14.7 C
Cape Town
Friday, September 11, 2026

Lifestyle

Precision and Skill Mark the 2026 FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10

South Africa’s premier celebration of Sauvignon Blanc has officially entered its landmark 20th year, drawing 159 entries from 95 producers across the country. Presented by Sauvignon Blanc South Africa...

South African Wine Industry Reaches New Heights in Tim Atkin’s 14th Special Report

Master of Wine Tim Atkin has unveiled his 14th annual South Africa Special Report,...

South African Preserve Championships crown organic berry jam as national winner

A handcrafted organic berry jam has taken the top spot among 700 entries from...

Agri-Tourism Leadership: Vergelegen Secures Back-to-Back Best Wine Farm Experience Awards

Vergelegen Estate has once again underscored the immense commercial and brand value of integrated...

Wellington Pinotage Crowned Overall SA Champion at 2026 SA Young Wine Show

On 21 August at the Percheron Hall at Elsenburg Agricultural College in Stellenbosch, a...

SA Wine Industry Enters 2026 With Clear Priorities and a Focus on Execution

After a challenging 2025 marked by tariff pressures, logistics constraints, climate risks and softer global demand, the South African wine and brandy industry enters...

Record Pace, Rising Pressure: A Mid-Season Review of the 2026 Table Grape Harvest

As the South African table grape industry moves past the midpoint of the 2026 season, the data released by the Joint Grape Marketing Forum...

Record-Breaking 2025 Valencia Season Strains Logistics Amid Surge

The Southern African citrus industry has concluded a landmark 2025 Valencia season, characterised by volumes that significantly outperformed initial forecasts but placed unprecedented pressure...

A Festival of Wine and Community as Stellenbosch Harvest Parade Returns

Excitement is building as the iconic Stellenbosch Harvest Parade returns to the streets of South Africa’s wine capital on Saturday, 31 January 2026. The...

How Infrastructure and Logistics Define the Modern Banana Industry

The Novasun Group is a specialized agri-processing and distribution powerhouse that bridges the gap between large-scale subtropical farming and premium South African retail. Operating...

Technology and sustainability take centre stage at Vinpro Nedbank Producer Day 2026

The South African wine industry is preparing for a key highlight on the industry calendar, the Vinpro Nedbank Producer Day 2026, which will take...

“Farm in the City”: How Irene Farm Sets the Gold Standard for Agritourism

In the heart of South Africa’s economic hub, where urban sprawl and industrial development often sideline traditional agriculture, Irene Farm in Centurion stands as...

Fairview Shows How Agritourism Can Strengthen Modern Farming

As South African agriculture faces rising input costs, climate uncertainty, and changing consumer expectations, agritourism is increasingly being explored as a way for farms...

High Price of Celebration: Why This Year’s Christmas Lunch is Costing a Fortune

Whether it’s a formal roast in the oven, a traditional "Seven Colours" feast, or a relaxed family gathering, South Africans sit down for Christmas...

Mtimkulu’s vision Inspired New Farmer Generation

Nkosana Mtimkulu, a visionary and pioneering farmer from Amantle Farm in North West, had his life tragically cut short at the age of 42,...