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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...

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...

2024 FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 Awards: Celebrating Site-Specific Excellence

Producers of South Africa’s top-selling cultivar make exceptional site-specific wines. In a closely contested challenge, the judging panel of the 2024 FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA...