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AGOA Lifeline: Why South Africa’s $500m US Market Remains Non-Negotiable

The United States Senate’s overwhelming 90–6 vote to extend the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) through December 2028 delivers crucial relief to South Africa’s agricultural sector. While the...

Farm-Gate Success, Macro Failure: Inside the BFAP 2026 Baseline

The newly released BFAP 2026 Baseline reveals that South Africa’s agricultural sector continues to...

NAMPO Cape 2026 Celebrates Rural Life and Floral Splendour

Agriculture, community, and the natural beauty of the Cape will meet at NAMPO Cape...

Grain SA Delivers JSE Petition as Soybean Pricing Dispute Escalates

South African grain producers took their grievances directly to the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE)...

Agriculture’s Future still belongs to Human Hands

Digital tools and AI are accelerating modern agriculture—but human judgment, distinct branding, and real...

Wine Town Stellenbosch Returns with South Africa’s Premier Wine Festival

South Africa’s biggest lifestyle celebration of wine returns to Stellenbosch from July 26 to August 3, with limited tickets and a discount on online...

Diesel: The Indispensable Engine of Agriculture Faces a Price Surge

South African farmers are once again grappling with increased operational costs as diesel prices surged on Wednesday, 2 July 2025. This ends the relief...

SA Citrus: Holding Its Breath as US Tariff Deadline Looms

The clock is ticking for South Africa's citrus growers. With the 90-day pause on new US tariffs set to expire on 9 July 2025,...

NAMPO Cape 2025 Set to Dazzle: A New Era of Agri-Innovation, Sport & Spectacle

NAMPO Cape 2025 is set to return to Bredasdorp Park from 10 to 13 September with a host of new and exciting features that...

Farewell to a Wine Pioneer: Dawid Saayman’s Legacy Rooted Deep in South African Soil

It is with sadness that the South African wine industry mourns the passing of Dawid Saayman, a true legend whose pioneering work in soil...

African Agri Investment Indaba: Accelerating Africa’s Agricultural Transformation

Africa is at a turning point. In the face of global disruptions, climate challenges, and food insecurity, the continent is moving swiftly toward agricultural...

South Africa’s Agricultural Sector Leads Growth Despite Economic Headwinds

While the broader South African economy experienced a modest slowdown in the first quarter of 2025, the agricultural sector emerged as a significant driver...

IBO Summit 2025: Cultivating the Future of Blueberries in the Heart of Africa

From 25 – 27 September 2025, the world’s blueberry leaders will gather under one roof at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) for...

Calling All Winemakers: Entries Open for FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10

Entries are now open for the 19th edition of the FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 – South Africa’s only competition dedicated exclusively to...

Brink and du Toit Join Tru-Cape Board to Lead Growth in Africa and Local Markets

Tru-Cape Fruit Marketing, South Africa’s largest apple and pear exporter, proudly announces the appointment of Johan Brink and Calla du Toit to its board...