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Grain SA Champions Producer Viability at HRC Food Systems Hearing

At the South African Human Rights Commission’s (HRC) National Investigative Hearing into food systems, Grain SA firmly established that national food security depends entirely on a financially viable farming...

A New Dawn for Public-Private Trust in South African Agriculture

South African agriculture has entered a new era now that the long-running and destructive...

Livestock Set for a Historic Return at NAMPO ALFA 2026

South Africa's agricultural sector has received a major boost ahead of the spring season....

Zomerlust Boutique Hotel Welcomes Paarl Interschools Visitors with a Stay That Gives Back

For generations of agricultural families, the road leads to Paarl every July. It is...

Foot-and-Mouth Disease Symposium Brings Global Experts to South Africa

Octavoscene (Pty) Ltd is set to host a landmark Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) Symposium on...

SA’s G20 Presidency Secures Concrete Commitments on Global Food Security

The 2025 G20 Summit, a historic first on the African continent, successfully leveraged the South African philosophy of Ubuntu—"I am because we are"—to fundamentally...

Coenie Snyman and Marnich Aucamp Crowned 2025 Diners Club Winemakers of the Year

The winners of the 2025 Diners Club Winemaker and Young Winemaker of the Year awards were announced at a black-tie gala dinner at the...

SA Fruit Exports Stalled by Extreme Cape Winds

South Africa’s crucial deciduous fruit export season is facing an early and severe crisis as extreme wind conditions have brought operations at the Cape...

Fruit SA Welcomes New FPEF CEO to Its Board

Fruit South Africa (Fruit SA) has entered a significant phase of leadership renewal, reflecting its continued commitment to strengthening governance and advancing the strategic...

South African Wine Industry Shines Globally with Historic November Triumphs

The South African wine industry achieved a spectacular series of global accolades during November 2025, with news unfolding in a precise sequence that showcased...

Platter’s 46th Edition Highlights Excellence and Growth in SA Wine

Platter’s by Diners Club has released its 2026 edition, marking 46 years of guiding consumers, producers and industry stakeholders through South Africa’s evolving wine...

Agro-Industrial Parks Unlocking Opportunities for Africa’s Farmers

Africa’s farmers stand at the heart of a continent with immense agricultural potential, yet too often their hard work is undermined by systemic challenges....

Historic Milestone for Blaauwklippen as The House of Zin Is Officially Unveiled

Blaauwklippen has created a defining moment in South Africa’s wine narrative with the launch of The House of Zin, reinforcing its position as a...

Western Cape puts logistics at the centre of agricultural growth

The Western Cape Government has reaffirmed its commitment to building a globally competitive logistics ecosystem—one it says is central to the success of the...

Fresh Produce Demand Surges: What the Checkers–Vitality Shift Means for South African Farmers

South African farmers are seeing a significant shift in consumer behaviour that directly affects production planning. Over the past year, Checkers has recorded 17.7%...