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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 outpace the national economy, expanding at an average rate of 3% annually since 2012 compared...

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...

Grain SA Organises Protest March Over JSE Soybean Pricing Shift

South Africa’s primary grain producer body, Grain SA, is taking its grievances directly to...

Agbiz/IDC Agribusiness Confidence Index Declines Mildly in Q2 2025

After a strong start to 2025, South Africa’s agribusiness sector experienced a slight dip in confidence in the second quarter. According to Wandile Sihlobo,...

Agriculture Celebrated Among Winners at 2025 Western Cape Innovation Awards

Two standout agricultural innovations were recognised at the recent Western Cape Innovation Awards 2025, hosted by the Cape Chamber of Commerce and Industry at...

Francois Rossouw van Mooigezicht Estates bekroon as Agri Wes-Kaap Santam Jongboer van die Jaar 2025

Francois Rossouw (30), van Mooigezicht Estates in die Hexriviervallei, is op 11 Junie 2025  tydens ‘n spoggeleentheid by die Ashanti-landgoed as die Agri Wes-Kaap...

China’s Zero-Tariff Access Creates New Growth Potential for Agricultural Exports

Wesgro welcomes China’s recent announcement to grant zero-tariff treatment to all 53 African countries with which it maintains diplomatic relations. We are confident that...

SA Wine Tourism Shines: Inspired Path Wins Gold for Kanu Wines Film

In a moment of well-deserved recognition, South Africa’s Pieter Muller of Inspired Path Video Productions — in association with The Newspaper — has been...

South Africa’s Agricultural Machinery Market Shifts Gears

South Africa’s agricultural machinery market is showing renewed strength in 2025, with encouraging sales figures highlighting growing confidence in the sector. After a challenging...

Allesverloren Reinvents for the Future, Rooted in Six Generations of Swartland Soil

Allesverloren is entering a new chapter - one shaped by a fresh look, a renewed focus on terroir, and the spirit of a family...

Stellenbosch Wine Routes and Southern Sun Partner to Strengthen Agri-Tourism

Stellenbosch Wine Routes and Southern Sun, South African powerhouse in wine and hospitality respectively, have announced a landmark three-year partnership that will enhance the...

Quicke Expands Loader Range to Meet the Full Spectrum of South African Farming Needs

“For us at Quicke this year’s Nampo was special, as we launched two new loader series on the South African market, so, we now...

The Southern Africa Conference 2025: A Fresh Take on Industry Connection and Innovation

The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) will once again bring together the fresh produce and floral sectors for the highly anticipated Southern Africa Conference...