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Heavy Weather Lashes Western Cape: Rural Infrastructure and Logistics Under Strain

The Western Cape’s agricultural heartlands are facing a significant challenge as a series of severe weather systems continue to sweep across the province. In response to the escalating crisis,...

Context is King: 2026 Summit to Address Economic and Climatic Pressures on SA Wine

The South African wine industry is preparing to gather at the Stellenbosch University Conservatory...

Record Harvest Meets Port Bottlenecks: 2025/26 Joint Grape Marketing Forum Season Wrap-Up

The 2025/26 South African table grape season was a study in contrasts, defined by...

Nampo 2026: Waar die Bedryf die Toekoms in die Oë Kyk – en ’n Plan Maak

In die hartjie van die somergraangebied, waar die stof van Bothaville gewoonlik net deur...

RVS-FMD: A Strategic Breakthrough or an Administrative Minefield?

The publication of the Routine Vaccination Scheme for Foot and Mouth Disease (RVS-FMD) on...

Agritourism emerges as a key diversification strategy for South African farmers

Agritourism is gaining momentum in South Africa as farmers look beyond traditional production models to strengthen their businesses and build resilience. By blending agriculture...

State to Foot Bill for Nationwide FMD Vaccination Campaign

In a decisive move to protect the heart of South Africa’s R80 billion livestock industry, Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen has confirmed that the...

Strategic Pivot: SA Agriculture Navigates Global Turbulence and Rising Costs

The South African agricultural sector is demonstrating its characteristic resilience as it navigates a complex intersection of global geopolitical shifts and domestic fiscal adjustments....

Oesskattings onder die vergrootglas: Nuwe maatreëls vir groter akkuraatheid

Na twee seisoene van uiterste weerstoestande—wat gewissel het van 'n ernstige midsomerdroogte tot 'n rekordnat produksieseisoen—is die landboubedryf besig om die akkuraatheid van graanvoorspellings...

Turkish FMD Vaccines Arrival Scales Up National Vaccination Drive

The Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, has confirmed the arrival of a major consignment of 1.5 million Dollvet foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) vaccines at OR...

Ceres Fruit Growers Sets Global Benchmark for Food Safety

Tru-Cape Fruit Marketing has congratulated its shareholder, Ceres Fruit Growers, on being named BRCGS Certificated Site of the Year 2026 by BRCGS. The award was...

Agri-Expo Calls for Nominations for 2026 Hollard Game Changer Award

Agri-Expo, in partnership with Hollard, has opened nominations for the third annual Hollard Game Changer Award – an initiative that recognises and showcases exceptional...

2026 Policy vs. Purse: A Critical Crossroads for Agriculture

Following the State of the Nation Address (12 February 2026) and the subsequent National Budget Speech (25 February 2026), South Africa’s agricultural sector finds...

The Cold Reality: AI and Infrastructure Reform Could Save 18,000 Tonnes of SA Produce

While more than 63% of South African households grapple with varying levels of food insecurity, a staggering volume of fresh nutrition never reaches the...

Rail Revitalisation: Overberg Business Case to Unlock Grain Export Potential

The Western Cape Government has unveiled the initial findings of the Overberg Rail Business Case, marking a decisive step toward revitalizing the region’s dormant...