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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...

2024 Absa Top 10 Olive Oil Awards Celebrates Excellence in South African EVOO Production

The 2024 Absa Top 10 Olive Oil Awards was held on Wednesday, 16 October at the stunning Grande Roche estate in Paarl. This prestigious...

SA and Saudi Arabia to Strengthen Trade Ties with Comprehensive Action Plan

South Africa is committed to enhancing the export of value-added goods and services to Saudi Arabia. “We must strive for a mutually beneficial trade relationship,”...

Wesgro Announces 2025 Best of Wine Tourism Award Winners

Wesgro, the official Tourism, Trade, and Investment Promotion Agency for Cape Town and the Western Cape, is proud to announce the winners of the...

Garden Town Stellenbosch” A Celebration of Nature, Flowers, and Community

Get ready to be swept away by a burst of colours and scents at Garden Town Stellenbosch 2024! From 25 October to 3 November,...

Vegtech Netafim Donates Hydroponic Greenhouse to Boost Food Security

Ahead of World Food Day, commemorated on 16 October 2024, Vegtech Netafim, a provider of growing solutions, has made a significant contribution to local...

Why Farmers Should Visit NAMPO ALFA 2024?

Farmers with an interest in livestock, hunting, and outdoor industries should not miss the upcoming NAMPO ALFA Expo from 17 - 19 October 2024...

Celebrate Garden Day 2024: Host a Garden Party and Wear Your Flower Crown on October 20th

Gardens in every shape, form and size have the potential to bring us together, which is why Pietman Diener, friend of Garden Day 2024...

Uniondale Celebrates World Food Day 2024, Highlighting Food Security and Sustainability

On Friday, 11 October  2024, the Uniondale community gathered at their local sports field to mark the United Nation’s (UN) World Food Day (WFD). Founded...

Biovest Holdings lei die Groene Revolusie met Biomassa Sentrum van Uitnemendheid

Biovest Holdings is aan die voorpunt van Suid-Afrika se transformasie van hernubare energie deur die stigting van die Biomassa Sentrum van Uitnemendheid (BCoE). Hierdie...

The Western Cape Backbone of South Africa’s Agriculture

Agriculture plays a pivotal role in the Western Cape’s economy, driving growth, creating jobs, and contributing significantly to the country’s exports. With its rich,...