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Why Private Capital Is Moving Downstream from the Agribusiness Farm Gate

Primary producers seeking funding across the agribusiness sector often face a frustrating question: With Africa’s population set to account for one in every four people globally within decades, why...

Institutions Serve a Broader Purpose: Why the AHBSSA Intervention Matters

When the Minister of Agriculture, Willie Aucamp, announced the appointment of a formal Committee...

Agri X Fusion Red Meat Value Chain Collaboration Summit: Fixing South Africa’s Biosecurity

Biosecurity is no longer just an animal health issue—it is the ultimate system test...

Competitiveness vs. Conservation: High-Stakes Battle Over SA’s GM Canola

The decision by South Africa’s GMO Executive Council to approve field trial permits for...

R10 Billion Fuel Relief Brings Timely Boost, But Long-Term Growth Demands Sustained Investment

In a significant move for South Africa's agricultural sector, government has announced a temporary...

Western Cape Urges Vigilance to Safeguard Poultry Industry from Avian Influenza Threat

Following the recent detection of the H7 high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI) in the Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Free State and Limpopo provinces, Western Cape poultry...

South African Grape Exports Set for a Record-Breaking 2023/2024 Season

On September 29, 2023 the South African table grape industry anticipated that the volume of grapes they plan to export in the 2023/2024 season...

Innovative ECOS Launch Marks Highlight Veterinary Week 2023

The Western Cape Department of Agriculture's Veterinary Services has introduced its groundbreaking Export Certificate Office System (ECOS) during a recent event, coinciding with the...

Gear Up for Adventure: The kykNet Outdoor Expo 2023 is here

Since the launch in 2011, the kykNet Outdoor Expo has been an annual event, delighting outdoor enthusiasts in the Western Cape and Limpopo. Over...

Challenges Impacting SA’s Poultry Industry: Insights for All Stakeholders

In the heart of South Africa's poultry industry, a dynamic landscape is witnessing a confluence of challenges with far-reaching implications. Astral Foods Limited, a...

Volkswagen Amarok Dominates Inaugural South African Bakkie of the Year Competition

In a thrilling showdown at the Nampo Cape Agricultural exhibition that took place in Bredasdorp on 16 September, the Volkswagen Amarok emerged triumphant as...

Boschendal wins big at 2023 Cape Prestige Agri-Awards

Boschendal has been recognised as the Best Performing Farm in the Franschhoek region at the recent Cape Prestige Agri-Awards, claiming top honours in a...

Career day empowers Witzenberg Learners

Hundreds of learners from across schools in the Witzenberg communities are now better equipped to make well-informed career and subject choices, thanks to a...

Premier impressed with innovation, showcased at Nampo Cape 2023

On Wednesday, 13 September 2023, Premier Alan Winde visited Nampo Cape 2023, held in Bredasdorp. Nampo is South Africa’s largest agricultural exhibition. He engaged with...

2023 SA Olive Awards Celebrates Excellence in South African Olive Oil Production

The charming Grande Roche Hotel in Paarl provided the picturesque backdrop for the prestigious 2023 SA Olive Awards, held on 8 September 2023. This...