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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...

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...

Mooiberge – One of the Sweetest Summer Experiences

The Western Cape of South Africa is blessed with many treasures, and one of the sweetest experiences you can enjoy during summer is strawberry-picking....