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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...

Biosekuriteit: Die Voorste Linie teen Bek-en-klouseer

Die jongste uitbrekings van bek-en-klouseer (BKS) is ’n harde herinnering aan hoe kritiek biosekuriteit is. Volgens veearts dr. Shaun Morris (BSc Vet. Sci., Hons...

Rajant Kinetic Mesh Powering Smart Precision Farming in the Western Cape

Revolutionizing Agriculture with Resilient Connectivity Agriculture is entering a new era where connectivity, data, and automation are transforming how farmers manage land, crops, and resources....

Designing Rural Futures: Sound Space Design Lessons from Portugal to the Western Cape

Last month we introduced readers to Don Albert, architect and founder of Sound Space Design, has made Piketberg his home after a career spanning...

Nampo Cape 2025: A Showcase of Livestock, Breeding, and Agricultural Excellence

NAMPO Cape 2025 returns to Bredasdorp Park from 10 to 13 September, promising a vibrant, expanded showcase for South Africa’s agricultural sector. This year’s...

Make Every Drop Count with VICAR Sprayers

Over the past three seasons, Ikapa Trading in Grabouw—co-owned by Neels Thiart and supported by seasoned industry expert Mike Heath—has successfully conducted more than...

Investment Summit 2025 puts agriculture at the core of growth

Agriculture is the Western Cape’s economic anchor, sustaining exports, jobs, and rural communities. With the launch of the Western Cape Investment Summit (WCIS) 2025,...

Benguela Cove Blooms with Wine, Nature and Family Fun

Winter’s chill is fading, and spring’s gentle warmth is here. Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate is waking up, and it’s the perfect place to...

Tim Atkin’s 2025 Report Crowns South Africa’s Winegrowers World Leaders

“South Africa’s visceral attachment to the land is key to its rising wine success,” asserts Tim Atkin MW in his annual South Africa Special...

Foot and Mouth Disease: Minister Steenhuisen Updates the Nation

On 1 September 2025, Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen announced important progress in the fight against Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD). He confirmed that...

Equestrian Thrills Await at NAMPO Cape 2025: South Africa vs Australia in Tentpegging Showdown

Visitors to NAMPO Cape 2025, taking place from 10–13 September at Bredasdorp Park, are in for a thrilling experience as the Western Cape Lubricants...