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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...

Join the Mobi-kraal Revolution Secure Livestock, Save Predators, and Compete for R50,000

The Cape Leopard Trust has unveiled an enticing opportunity for innovators in the agricultural and conservation fields with its latest initiative, the ‘Mobi-kraal’ project....

Embrace Science for SA Agri Growth

For South Africa’s agriculture to thrive globally, it must stay updated with the latest in seed breeding and agrochemicals. These elements often go unnoticed...

Western Cape Agriculture Budget Focuses on Sustainability and Growth Despite Global Challenges

On 26 March 2024 the Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Dr Ivan Meyer, tabled the Department’s budget of R1.018 billion in the provincial parliament. Minister...

Western Cape Youth Agricultural Society: Cultivating Future Leaders for tomorrow

In the heart of the Western Cape, the future of agriculture is being shaped not just by seasoned hands, but by eager young minds....

How are Global Agricultural Unrests Shaping South Africa’s Farming Future

Amidst a growing sense of unhappiness amongst farmers globally, recent events in the European Union (EU) are sending ripples of concern throughout South Africa’s...

Western Cape Agriculture’s 3rd Flyover Report Reveals Key Insights

On Friday, 15 March 2024, the Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Dr Ivan Meyer received the final report of the third iteration of the...

Sappi Achieves Feed Safety Milestone for Lignin-Based Animal Feed Additive

Sappi Southern Africa has achieved GMP+ Feed Safety Assurance (FSA) 2020 certification for Pelletin, one of its lignin-based products used as an additive in...

Pioneering Initiative Launched to Advance SA Chenin Blanc to New Heights

South Africa Wine, the South African Grape and Wine Research Institute (SAGWRI), Stellenbosch University, and the Chenin Blanc Association of South Africa (CBA) are...

South Africa Wine Summit Sets New Course for Industry’s Future

The South Africa Wine Summit heralds an exciting new chapter for the country’s wine industry. Hosted at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)...

Kick off the weekend in style with Boschendal’s Friday night offerings

Boschendal is evolving Friday night plans with the introduction of a range of new laid-back experiences designed for the perfect start to the weekend....