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Temporary Reinstatement Plan Set to Reopen Meiringspoort by December 2026

In a major development for the storm-battered agricultural corridors of the Western Cape, the provincial government has announced a temporary reinstatement plan to reopen the critical Meiringspoort (TR33/4) to...

2026 World Jersey Tour Arrives in South Africa in September

The South African dairy sector is preparing to take center stage as Jersey SA,...

The Looming Hunger Crisis South Africa Cannot Afford to Ignore

South Africans consume roughly 3.4 million tons of wheat annually. It is the silent...

R1 Trillion Goal: Western Cape Launches Ambitious Export Strategy 2035

The domestic market alone is no longer enough to sustain the level of economic...

2026 Lamb Champs vereer Suid-Afrikaanse familieboere

Die hoogs verwagte 2026 Lamb Champs, aangebied deur Saai (Suider-Afrikaanse Agri Inisiatief), is amptelik...

SA Wine 2024 Research Book Highlights Innovation and Sustainability

South Africa Wine proudly announces the release of its 2024 research book, a comprehensive publication detailing innovative strategies and initiatives dedicated to the South...

Minister Meyer Focuses on Cape Town Port to Propel Economic Growth

On Monday, 12 August 2024, Dr Ivan Meyer, the Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism, met with Transnet’s Port of Cape...

South African Bioplastics Gain Competitive Edge in Global Agriculture Market through AGOA

South African bioplastics, bolstered by the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), are poised to revolutionise the agricultural sector by providing eco-friendly alternatives to...

South Africa Turns to Brazil for Maize Imports Amid Local Shortage

In a significant move to ensure food security, the South African government has approved the import of yellow maize from Brazil, a decision driven...

Chelsea Flower Show’s Award-Winning Display Coming to Stanford

South Africa’s triumph at the Chelsea Flower Show 2024, where the nation’s vibrant display of proteas and fynbos won three prestigious awards, has inspired...

Top Shiraz Wines Recognized at 2024 Shiraz SA Challenge in Paarl

Shiraz SA has once again highlighted the excellence of South African Shiraz with the announcement of the 12th annual Shiraz SA Challenge winners. The...

SA Terroir Wine Awards 2024 Celebrate Excellence Across Diverse Wine Terrains

The 19th annual SA Terroir Wine Awards recently celebrated South Africa's finest wines, highlighting the importance of terroir in wine production. Held at the...

Botswana and Namibia’s Import Bans Strain SA Ties, Prompting Diplomatic Talks

The recent bans on South African fruit and vegetable imports by Botswana and Namibia have sparked concerns over trade relations and economic cooperation in...

Extreme Weather in Western Cape: July 2024 Sets Record Rainfall

The Western Cape experienced an extraordinary weather event in July 2024, with record-breaking rainfall that exceeded all historical records for the region. This extreme...

Vyfde Verjaarsdag van NAMPO Kaap: ’n Landbouhoogtepunt wat Ekonomiese Groei en Samewerking Bevorder

NAMPO Kaap, wat vanjaar sy vyfde verjaarsdag vier, word van 11 tot 14 September 2024 in Bredasdorp aangebied deur SA Graan. Hierdie ekspo, wat...