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Nectarines Lead Stone Fruit Sector as 2026/2027 Export Campaign Begins Early

The South African stone fruit industry has entered the 2026/2027 export season with a mixed outlook, characterized by an earlier-than-usual harvest and shifting crop volumes across categories. According to the...

Western Cape Agricultural Sector Drives Job Growth in Q3 2026

The Western Cape has recorded a further drop in its official unemployment rate to...

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,...

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...

Saving South Africa’s Bees: Why Collaborative Action Is Urgently Needed

When a Worcester-based beekeeper, who provides large-scale pollination services to farms, arrived to inspect his hives at a blueberry farm, he was met with...

Record Season for South African Table Grapes: Industry Outpaces Estimates Despite Port Challenges

By Week 10 of the 2024/25 season, South Africa’s table grape industry (SATI) has exceeded expectations, with 76.91 million cartons (4.5 kg equivalent) inspected...

PALS: 11 Years of Growth, Collaboration, and the Future of Farming

On 19 August 2014, a group of farmers and agricultural business representatives from Koue Bokkeveld, Ceres, Wolseley, and Tulbagh came together to form what...

Simonsberg Wine Festival 2025: A Celebration of South Africa’s Finest Wines

Sponsored by RMB, the Simonsberg Wine Festival will take place from  28 to 30 March 2025 at the Plaisir Wine Estate, and is set...

De Zwartland Manor Premier Retirement Living in Malmesbury

De Zwartland Manor offers an exceptional retirement lifestyle on the northern edge of Malmesbury, with views of the scenic Groot Winterhoek Mountains. Upon completion,...

Organic & Natural Products Expo Africa 2025 Set for CTICC

The Organic & Natural Products Expo Africa will take place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from 28-30 March 2025, building on...

CGA 2025 Summit: Citrus Industry Gears Up for Growth Amid Global Challenges

The Citrus Growers’ Association of Southern Africa (CGA) hosted its highly anticipated 2025 Citrus Summit in Gqeberha on  12–13 March 2025, bringing together over...

GSA 2025 Congress: Uncertainty Concludes, Action Takes Root for Grain Producers

The Grain SA (GSA) 2025 Congress, held on 12-13 March 2025  at NAMPO Park near Bothaville, concluded, marking the end of two days of...

Inspired Path Showcases Wesland Boerdery’s Sustainability Efforts

In the picturesque farming town of Porterville, a transformation is taking place—one that blends tradition with innovation. Inspired Path, a dynamic video production company...

South Africa Wine Raises Concern Over New Tax Hike on Industry

South Africa Wine has expressed deep disappointment following the government's latest budget announcement, describing the new excise tax increase as a damaging blow to...