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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...

Export Partnerships Key to Western Cape’s R408bn Growth and Job Targets

Western Cape agricultural producers face a transformative decade as provincial leadership sets its sights on massive trade expansion. The announcements made at the 2nd Biannual...

El Niño and the Cape Winelands: Why National Forecasts Miss the Mark

While national headlines warn of a severe, dry summer as El Niño conditions persist into 2027, Western Cape wine producers face a far more...

Regional Agriculture Stars Shine Ahead of National Finals

On 9 October 2026, the South African agricultural sector gathered across different regional venues to celebrate the standout visionaries, resilience, and leadership shaping the...

KZN’s 175th Royal Agricultural Show Marks A Resilient New Era at Tweedie

Marking its 175th anniversary, the Royal Agricultural Society of Natal hosted its annual Royal Agricultural Show at its new venue near Howick. Relocating from...

Kom Ontmoet vir Rico by vanjaar se Saai Karoo Landboufees!

Besoekers aan vanjaar se Saai Karoo Landboufees op Laingsburg kan uitsien na 'n heel besondere eregas: Rico, die beroemde rekord-skaap wat sewe jaar lang...

Packaging Businesses Under Pressure Turn to Technology at Propak Cape 2026

Packaging operations across Southern Africa’s agricultural sector are facing unprecedented pressure to modernize. Rising input costs, shifting export regulations, strict retailer compliance standards, and...

Sound Alarm as Fuel Hike Hits Summer Planting and Fruit Exports

South Africa’s agricultural sector faces a severe cost crisis following record fuel price increases implemented on 7 October 2026. With wholesale 50ppm diesel jumping...

Commission Moves to Revoke R6.5bn Premier–RFG Merger Over Cannery Closure

The corporate battle surrounding Premier Group’s acquisition of RFG Holdings reached a critical turning point this week. The Competition Commission filed a formal Section...

Minister Willie Aucamp Calls for Inclusive Growth at Phahama Grain and Livestock Conference

Addressing producers, industry partners, and agricultural stakeholders at the Phahama Grain Phakama (PGP) grain and livestock conference in Bothaville, South Africa’s Minister of Agriculture,...

Wind Farm Agri-Revolution: Central Karoo Youth Lead Green Enterprise Movement

The Brandvalley and Rietkloof Wind Farm Community Roots Project has officially transitioned from launch to action across the Central Karoo. Spearheaded by the Wildlife...