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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...

Resilience and Innovation: Economic Realities Take Centre Stage at NAMPO 2026

The opening day of the 2026 NAMPO Harvest Day kicked off at NAMPO Park with a sobering yet constructive look at the economic landscape...

Heavy Weather Lashes Western Cape: Rural Infrastructure and Logistics Under Strain

The Western Cape’s agricultural heartlands are facing a significant challenge as a series of severe weather systems continue to sweep across the province. In...

Context is King: 2026 Summit to Address Economic and Climatic Pressures on SA Wine

The South African wine industry is preparing to gather at the Stellenbosch University Conservatory on 28 May 2026 for a pivotal exploration of the...

Record Harvest Meets Port Bottlenecks: 2025/26 Joint Grape Marketing Forum Season Wrap-Up

The 2025/26 South African table grape season was a study in contrasts, defined by a record-breaking crop and severe logistical hurdles. At the Joint...

Nampo 2026: Waar die Bedryf die Toekoms in die Oë Kyk – en ’n Plan Maak

In die hartjie van die somergraangebied, waar die stof van Bothaville gewoonlik net deur trekkers opgeskop word, is daar vanjaar ’n tasbare atmosfeer van...

RVS-FMD: A Strategic Breakthrough or an Administrative Minefield?

The publication of the Routine Vaccination Scheme for Foot and Mouth Disease (RVS-FMD) on 4 May 2026, marks a historic shift in South African...

The Stage is Set: Agri’s Got Talent 2026 Search Hits High Gear

The orchards and vineyards of South Africa are buzzing with more than just the harvest this season. Since entries officially opened on 23 March...

Introducting the new agriculture power pack from Stihl

At STIHL, you’ll find the right tools to take on any challenge in your field. The new Agriculture Power Pack offers a powerful trio...

Entries Open: South Africa’s Top Preserve Makers Invited to Compete for National Glory

Following a highly successful debut in 2025, Agri-Expo is once again calling on local producers to showcase their finest preserved products on a national...

Engen brings resilience and innovation to NAMPO 2026

Engen will once again partner with Grain SA at NAMPO Harvest Day 2026, taking place from 12–15 May at NAMPO Park in Bothaville. With...