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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, market access, logistics, and interest rates constantly shape the performance of an agricultural business. The...

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...

Court Strikes Urgency: Grain SA Disputes Finding as Producers Remain Exposed

Following court proceedings on Friday, 6 November 2026, the Gauteng Division of the High...

Western Cape Agri Champion: Raymond Weels’ Inspiring Journey to Victor

In the heart of the Western Cape’s agricultural landscape, success is measured not only...

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 Corteva Agriscience’s genetically modified (GM) canola event DP73496 has reopened...

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 R10 billion fuel relief package in the 2026 Medium-Term Budget...

Beyond the Vineyards: How Agritourism Connects Winelands Farming with Conservation

Agritourism takes centre stage from 23 October to 1 November as participating Winelands estates demonstrate how commercial farming and ecological stewardship coexist during Garden...

Practical Soil Science to Take Center Stage at SADC Plant Nutrition Symposium

Agricultural producers, agronomy consultants, and industry stakeholders from across Southern Africa will gather at the Protea Hotel, Technopark in Stellenbosch on 19 and 20...

Bridging Genetics, Risk, and Retail: Key Takeaways from the World Wagyu Conference

Wagyu South Africa hosted the 2026 World Wagyu Conference from 13 to 14 October  2026, at Cavalli Estate in Stellenbosch, uniting 14 participating nations...

Excellence in the Groves: 2026 Absa Top 10 Olive Oils Crowned

The benchmark for South African olive cultivation was elevated once again on Thursday, 15 October, as the ten premier Extra Virgin Olive Oils (EVOOs)...

Western Cape Grows Food Security and Skills for World Food Day 2026

As the global community commemorates World Food Day on 16 October 2026, the Western Cape Government is highlighting its practical, ground-level interventions implemented over...

Winning with BigBucks Gala: How Laastedrift Agri Shares Its Recipe for Success

For Laastedrift Agri’s Daniël Cillie, growing a successful BigBucks Gala crop comes down to getting the fundamentals right: choosing the right planting material, managing...

The Path is Clear: AgriSA Outlines Execution-Focused Mandate at 2026 Congress

On 14 October 2026, AgriSA utilized its 2026 Congress under the theme "The Path is Clear" to lay out a consolidated mandate for action...

Terroir and Technology Highlight 2026 Sauvignon Blanc Champions

On Wednesday, 14 October 2026, at Weltevreden Wine Estate in Stellenbosch, South Africa’s premier white wine showcase reached a landmark milestone as Sauvignon Blanc...