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Agri-Tourism in Focus: Babylonstoren Unveils Water Buffalo Tour at Rietvlei

Deep in the heart of the Franschhoek Valley, Babylonstoren has expanded its agricultural tourism portfolio with a hands-on, multi-sensory Water Buffalo Tour at its Rietvlei property. Designed as an...

Private Sector Enlisted to Scale Up Local Foot and Mouth Disease Vaccine Production

In a major breakthrough for South Africa’s agricultural sector, the Agricultural Research Council (ARC)...

Lamb Champs 2026: Die Grootste Wes-Kaapse Fees Ooit Wink op Erfenisdag!

Met Erfenisdag op 24 September 2026 om die draai, maak die Hoër Landbouskool Boland...

A Century of Soil, Science, and Seasons: Langgewens Celebrates 100 Years

The Western Cape Department of Agriculture marked a major historical milestone on 17 September...

Rooibos: How an Indigenous Crop Built a Global Agribusiness Heritage

As Heritage Month celebrates the traditions that unite South Africans, Laager Rooibos reflects on...

Summer Events Programme at Benguela Cove

Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate has announced an exciting itinerary of new events planned for visitors this summer. As December arrives, there are various festive...

SmartBox: Innovative Solution for Wine Lovers on the Go

SmartBox, a company dedicated to enhancing the travel experience for wine enthusiasts, has emerged as a game-changer in the world of camping and outdoor...

Eagle Solar: Powering South Africa with Innovative Solar Solutions

Meet Eagle Solar, the South African solar and electrical powerhouse that’s lighting up lives with the sun’s endless energy. This isn’t just a company;...

Global Table Grape Industry Meets in Western Cape for 10th International Symposium

The 10th International Table Grape Symposium, a pivotal event for the global table grape community, commenced on 26 November, at the Lord Charles Hotel...

F.S. Smit & Co Coopers: A Legacy of Craftsmanship and Flavour

In the world of winemaking, the role of wine barrels is often underestimated. These barrels, rich in history, significantly influence the flavour and characteristics...

Vergelegen winery goes off the grid

Vergelegen wine estate in Somerset West, renowned for its myriad sustainability initiatives, has marked another milestone in environmental responsibility and cost savings. The winery has...

MGI’s Innovative Technologies Enable Sequencing of First African Plant Species

MGI, a company focused on life science tools and technology, is helping The African BioGenome Project (AfricaBP) with its first plant species sequencing. They’re...

SA Wine Heritage Celebrates Excellence and Diversity in Annual Campaign

South African Wine joined industry stakeholders on 21 November 2023 at the country’s oldest wine estate, Groot Constantia, to initiate a campaign celebrating the...

Gallop into Culinary Delight: Bit and Bridle at Mistico Equestrian Centre

Nestled between the picturesque towns of Durbanville and Paarl on the R312, lies an equestrian haven, the Mistico Equestrian Centre, home to the magnificent...

Du Toit’s Innovative Approach from Orchard to Global Markets

At Du Toit’s advanced cherry packing facility, a marvel of modern agricultural technology, an impressive six tonnes of cherries are packed every hour. This...