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Western Cape Disaster Costs Soar to R9.1bn: Agriculture Bears the Brunt

A Special Western Cape Government Cabinet meeting, chaired by Premier Alan Winde on Thursday, 11 June 2026, has revealed the catastrophic financial toll of the severe weather systems that...

Presisie en bedryfsbestuur besorg Jongboer-titel aan Richard Hutton-Squire

Die gesogte Agri Wes-Kaap Santam Jongboer Gala-aand het op 10 Junie 2026 by die ...

South Africa and Italy Deepen Agricultural Partnership

South Africa and Italy have taken an important step towards strengthening agricultural cooperation, with...

Western Cape Blueberry Boom: Premium Agricultural Assets Open for Public Tender

The Western Cape’s blueberry sector has transformed into one of South Africa’s most explosive...

Strategic Focus: Infrastructure, Finance, and Policy Friction Dominate Agbiz Congress 2026

It was in Gqeberha, at the Boardwalk ICC, where the South African agricultural value...

Key Economic Themes for Agriculture in South Africa in 2025

As South Africa steps into 2025, the nation faces a mix of opportunities and challenges across its economic landscape. The latest "South Africa Economic...

Improved Productivity at Cape Town Container Terminal Boosts Table Grape Exports

The 2024/2025 export season has seen a significant improvement in productivity at the Cape Town Container Terminal (CTCT), with key players in the agriculture...

Vital Role of Dairy Farming in Agriculture

Dairy farming is an integral part of agriculture, contributing significantly to food security, economic growth, and sustainable farming practices. It involves the production of...

Agri-Expo Leads the Way as the 2025 Agricultural Shows Kick Off in February

Agricultural shows in South Africa are more than just events; they are vital platforms for promoting sustainable farming, fostering rural community engagement, and driving...

TE Toere: Laaste kans vir die grootste avonture

Die “Laaste Kans” vir twee ikoniese toere in Maart 2025: Egipte & Jordanië en Indië & Tiere – waar antieke geskiedenis, wonder kleure en...

Implications of a Trump Administration for Agriculture in the Western Cape

Dr. Ivan Meyer, Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development, and Tourism, offered his insights on the potential global and local impacts of the...

Revolutionizing Logistics in South Africa’s Table Grape Industry

The South African table grape industry is setting a benchmark in agricultural logistics by leveraging a state-of-the-art prescriptive shipping model. Developed in collaboration with...

Excitement Builds for the Return of the Stellenbosch Harvest Parade

The much-loved Stellenbosch Harvest Parade is set to return to the streets of South Africa’s wine capital on Saturday, 1 February 2025, bringing with...

South Africa’s Active Participation in the 17th Global Forum for Food and Agriculture in Berlin

South Africa's agricultural sector is in the spotlight as John Steenhuisen, Minister of Agriculture, leads a delegation comprising Minister Nyhontso, representatives from AgriSA, SAAI,...

 Anticipation Grows for Annual Wine Harvest Event

The South African wine industry is set to celebrate its 366th year in grand style at the annual Wine Harvest Commemorative Event on Thursday,...