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Beyond the Cederberg: Why Sending Rooibos to Space Matters to SA Farmers

A groundbreaking scientific initiative has officially launched in Cape Town, setting the stage for South Africa’s most famous indigenous crop to make history. In October 2026, Rooibos seeds will...

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...

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...

Shaping the Future of Fresh Produce Amid Global Challenges

The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) is set to host its Southern Africa Conference at the Century City Conference Centre in Cape Town on...

South Africa Celebrates First Avocado Export to Japan

South Africa exported its first avocado container to Japan, following a mutual agreement signed earlier this year aimed at expanding trade between the two...

Swartlandskou Vier 90 Jaar van Landbou en Gemeenskapstrots in Moorreesburg

In die hartjie van die Swartland vier die grootste landbouskou in die Wes- en Suid-Kaap vanjaar sy 90ste bestaansjaar met ‘n program vir die...

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...