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Nectarines Lead Stone Fruit Sector as 2026/2027 Export Campaign Begins Early

The South African stone fruit industry has entered the 2026/2027 export season with a mixed outlook, characterized by an earlier-than-usual harvest and shifting crop volumes across categories. According to the...

Western Cape Agricultural Sector Drives Job Growth in Q3 2026

The Western Cape has recorded a further drop in its official unemployment rate to...

Navigating El Niño: Preparing for Agricultural Risk Without Planning for Disaster

South African farmers are no strangers to uncertainty. Weather volatility, input costs, commodity prices,...

Bridging Tradition and Innovation: The Princess Royal’s Call to Action in Cape Town

The 31st Commonwealth Agriculture Conference, held from 2 to 5 November 2026 at the...

Zero Tariffs Boost Tru-Cape’s Apple Exports to China, while India Remains a Concern

The removal of Chinese import tariffs on South African fruit is already delivering strong...

SA Wine Leaders Forge Path for Global Sustainability and Innovation

On 23 May 2024, the South African wine industry marked a significant milestone at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). Celebrating 30 years...

Western Cape Boosts Citrus Exports with R2 Million Investment in Pest Control Innovation

The Western Cape Department of Agriculture has presented a R2 million cheque to the Citrus Growers Association (CGA) to support the Sterile Insect Technique...

Challenging Landscape for SA Fruit Exporters

Gary Britz, Managing Director of Cape Town-based fresh produce exporter ELE™ Trading, highlights the increasingly challenging environment for the fruit export industry. Over the...

South African Flora blooms again at The Chelsea Flower Show

 Following a partnership between Cape Flora SA (CFSA) and the Western Cape Government, CFSA Board Member and Managing Director of De Fynne Nursery near...

Nampo 2024 Ends on High with Record Crowds, Agricultural Innovations

Nampo Harvest Day 2024, South Africa's largest agricultural show, concluded its festivities from 14 - 17 May 2024 in Bothaville, Free State, attracting a...

A Journey Through the Vineyards of the Western Cape

Located at the southern tip of Africa, the Western Cape is not just a stunningly beautiful landscape blessed with majestic mountains and lush valleys,...

Discover the joy of slowing down at Darling Brew

“Darling Brew is one of the most recognisable and highly acclaimed craft beer brands in South Africa, however, we are not just a craft...

Fairview A Beacon of Cheese Excellence in the South African Dairy Industry

Fairview Cheese Company, nestled in the heart of the Cape Winelands, has long been synonymous with high-quality dairy products. Established over decades of innovation...

Discover the Best of the Cape at the Inaugural Winelands Autumn Expo

The inaugural Winelands Autumn Expo, scheduled for 24 - 25 May, 2024, in Worcester, Cape Winelands District, offers a unique celebration of the region’s...

Augsburg Landbougimnasium: ‘n Baken van Landbou-Onderwys in die Wes-Kaap

Augsburg Landbougimnasium, geleë in Clanwilliam teen die hange van Karookop, is ‘n toonbeeld van landbou-opvoeding in die Wes-Kaap. Die skool se unieke ligging, met...