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BKS-stryd: Wes-Kaapse benadering suksesvol toegepas by Braams Voerkraal

In die stryd teen bek-en-klouseer (BKS) in Suid-Afrika bly streng biosekuriteit en hegte samewerking die belangrikste wapens. Dit was die boodskap tydens ’n besoek deur dr. Ivan Meyer, Wes-Kaapse...

Road Ahead for Tongaat Hulett: What Follows the High Court Ruling?

The Durban High Court’s decision on 17 June 2026, to grant Tongaat Hulett Limited’s...

Beyond Supermarkets: Multi-Channel Strategy Farmers Need in a 1.3% Growth Market

The latest retail trade sales data from Statistics South Africa points to a lean...

Proposed Cabinet Shake-Up: DA Requests Agriculture Alignment Amid FMD Crisis

In a major political development on June 17, 2026, Democratic Alliance (DA) leader Geordin...

Flash Gala Gains Momentum as Quality and Production Reach New Levels

The 2025 season has marked a major turning point for South Africa’s Flash Gala...

Engage with Nature: Conservation Talk and Guided Walk at Benguela Cove

Benguela Cove Wine Estate warmly invites the public to a special conservation event at their picturesque location on R43, Hermanus, on Friday, 23 August...

Agri’s Got Talent 2024: Showcasing the Remarkable Skills of SA’s Agricultural Workers

Agri’s Got Talent invite South African agricultural workers to showcase their exceptional talents and contributions to the agricultural sector. More than just a singing competition,...

Mixed Fortunes for Agriculture Amidst Rising Dam Levels in Overberg

The Overberg region, a critical agricultural area in South Africa, is currently experiencing significant weather shifts. Rojeanne de Wet from Agri Western Cape notes...

SA’s Sauvignon Blanc Stars Set to Shine in Annual FNB Top 10 Competition

While South African Sauvignon Blanc performs excellently locally and internationally, producers can now show their mettle in Sauvignon Blanc South Africa’s annual FNB Top...

Western Cape Boosts Biosecurity to Protect Red Meat Industry from FMD

On Tuesday, 15 July 2024, the Provincial Minister of Agriculture, Dr Ivan Meyer joined state veterinarians attached to the Western Cape Government’s Beaufort West...

Severe Weather Disrupts Cape Town Port Operations, Impacting Trade

The Port of Cape Town endured significant disruptions last week, losing over 70 hours of operational work due to gale force winds and heavy...

Overview of Minister John Steenhuisen’s Inaugural Budget Speech on Agriculture

John Steenhuisen, the newly appointed Minister of Agriculture from the Democratic Alliance, addressed the national assembly on Tuesday, 16 July 2024. His speech outlined...

Severe Storms Disrupt Citrus Exports, Cut Off Citrusdal in Western Cape

In the wake of relentless stormy weather, the Western Cape Province of South Africa faces significant challenges, particularly in its citrus-growing regions. Citrusdal, a...

Exxaro and ARC Partner for Sustainable Solutions in Global Food Production

The global population is anticipated to swell to 9 billion by 2050, necessitating increased production of safe and nutritious food. The unmistakable evidence of...

2025 Wine Capitals Awards: Honoring Western Cape’s Best

Wesgro is thrilled to invite wine producers, wineries, and wine experience providers across the Western Cape to participate in the prestigious 2025 Great Wine...