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Nectarines Lead Stone Fruit Sector as 2026/2027 Export Campaign Begins Early

The South African stone fruit industry has entered the 2026/2027 export season with a mixed outlook, characterized by an earlier-than-usual harvest and shifting crop volumes across categories. According to the...

Western Cape Agricultural Sector Drives Job Growth in Q3 2026

The Western Cape has recorded a further drop in its official unemployment rate to...

Navigating El Niño: Preparing for Agricultural Risk Without Planning for Disaster

South African farmers are no strangers to uncertainty. Weather volatility, input costs, commodity prices,...

Bridging Tradition and Innovation: The Princess Royal’s Call to Action in Cape Town

The 31st Commonwealth Agriculture Conference, held from 2 to 5 November 2026 at the...

Zero Tariffs Boost Tru-Cape’s Apple Exports to China, while India Remains a Concern

The removal of Chinese import tariffs on South African fruit is already delivering strong...

African grains reclaim their place, blending heritage, health, and sustainability

Indigenous African grains like sorghum, millet, and fonio are making a notable comeback in modern food culture. Long overshadowed by commercial staples such as...

Eating Green at School: A Revolutionary Step Towards Sustainability

In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at promoting health, sustainability, and community empowerment, Humane Society International/Africa (HSI/Africa) has introduced the Green Monday SA Plant-Based Solutions...

Planting Trees: A Path to a Sustainable Environment

Planting trees is one of the most impactful ways to contribute to environmental sustainability. Trees are essential for life, offering countless ecological, social, and...

Van Loveren Partners with Neil Ellis Wines to Boost South Africa’s Premium Wine Industry

Van Loveren, South Africa’s leading family-owned winery, has taken a significant step in expanding its influence in the wine industry with the acquisition of...

Klein River Cheese Puts Stanford on the Global Cheese Map with World-Class Recognition

Klein River Cheese, nestled in the picturesque town of Stanford,  has achieved a monumental milestone at the 2024 World Cheese Awards, held at the...

AFGRI kondig trots aan: Die Wenner van die Mooiste Kaap Fotokompetisie!

AFGRI is verheug om bekend te maak dat Penny Foyn as die algehele wenner van die 2024 Mooiste Kaap Fotokompetisie aangewys is! Haar buitengewone...

Showcase Excellence: Enter the 2025 SA Dairy Championships!

Dairy manufacturers across South Africa are invited to enter the 2025 South African Dairy Championships, the country’s largest and oldest dairy competition. Now in its...

Tru-Cape Anticipates a Promising Pear Season with New Blush Varieties

With new blush pear varieties coming into play this season, Tru-Cape is gearing up for a pear season full of promise. “We are looking forward...

Rovic’s Hydraulic Tines: Advancing Sustainable Farming

In modern agriculture, the adoption of advanced agricultural equipment has transformed how farmers manage their fields, improve productivity, and promote sustainable practices. As the...

Vergelegen Triumphs with Amorim Biodiversity Award for Pioneering Environmental Efforts

Vergelegen Wine Estate in Somerset West, celebrated for its exceptional sustainability initiatives, has triumphed over four international wine estates to take home the Amorim...