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Agri-Tourism in Focus: Babylonstoren Unveils Water Buffalo Tour at Rietvlei

Deep in the heart of the Franschhoek Valley, Babylonstoren has expanded its agricultural tourism portfolio with a hands-on, multi-sensory Water Buffalo Tour at its Rietvlei property. Designed as an...

Private Sector Enlisted to Scale Up Local Foot and Mouth Disease Vaccine Production

In a major breakthrough for South Africa’s agricultural sector, the Agricultural Research Council (ARC)...

Lamb Champs 2026: Die Grootste Wes-Kaapse Fees Ooit Wink op Erfenisdag!

Met Erfenisdag op 24 September 2026 om die draai, maak die Hoër Landbouskool Boland...

A Century of Soil, Science, and Seasons: Langgewens Celebrates 100 Years

The Western Cape Department of Agriculture marked a major historical milestone on 17 September...

Rooibos: How an Indigenous Crop Built a Global Agribusiness Heritage

As Heritage Month celebrates the traditions that unite South Africans, Laager Rooibos reflects on...

Western Cape Agriculture Harvests Another Clean Audit, Boosting Exports and Rural Development

On 28 October 2024 the Western Cape Department of Agriculture presented its Annual Report 2023/24 to the Western Cape Provincial Parliament (WCPP). The report highlighted...

Meet Western Cape Farmer of the Year: André Brink

At the 2024 !Xhariep Agricultural Writers SA Regional Awards that was held recently, André Brink was recognized as the Western Cape Farmer of the...

Port Inefficiencies Cost Apple and Pear Farmers R1 Billion Annually

“While we recognise that the Port of Cape Town (PoCT) management is implementing a terminal turn-around strategy and welcome the acquisition of new infrastructure,...

South Africa at BRICS Summit: Expanding Agricultural Exports Amid Geopolitical Challenges

South Africa's agricultural sector is heavily export-driven, with international trade playing a key role in its growth over the past 30 years. However, rising...

Woolworths WCellar Unveils Premium Canned Wines

Canned wines are gaining popularity, particularly among younger consumers and outdoor enthusiasts, due to their convenience, single-serve portions, and eco-friendly appeal. Woolworths's WCellar has...

Chester Fisch: Waar Musiek en Landbou Drome Waar Maak

Op 'n wynplaas in Wolseley het Chester Fisch, 'n seisoenale werker, sy liefde vir musiek en boerdery met oorgawe uitgeleef. Sy dae was gevul...

Vergelegen Wine Estate Wins Innovation Award for Wine Tourism Excellence

Vergelegen Wine Estate, long renowned for its commitment to protecting history and heritage, has just been officially recognised for its innovation too. The 324-year-old Somerset...

Nature and Wine Unite at Bottelary Hills During Garden Town Stellenbosch

Bottelary Hills Renosterveld Conservancy (BHRC) in the heart of the Cape Floral Kingdom - the smallest and most diverse botanical kingdom in the world...

Get Ready for the Ultimate Outdoor Adventure in Grabouw!

Get ready for an unforgettable outdoor experience from 8 - 10 November at the annual Outdoor and Adventure Expo in Grabouw! Whether you’re a...

Ontdek saam met TE Toere – Ongelooflike Indië, ‘n Pronkende Pou

“Ontdek die ware Indië in Maart 2025. Oral is die Taj Mahal bekend as die absolute Indiese ikoon, maar ons reis deur die land...