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Agri-Tourism in Focus: Babylonstoren Unveils Water Buffalo Tour at Rietvlei

Deep in the heart of the Franschhoek Valley, Babylonstoren has expanded its agricultural tourism portfolio with a hands-on, multi-sensory Water Buffalo Tour at its Rietvlei property. Designed as an...

Private Sector Enlisted to Scale Up Local Foot and Mouth Disease Vaccine Production

In a major breakthrough for South Africa’s agricultural sector, the Agricultural Research Council (ARC)...

Lamb Champs 2026: Die Grootste Wes-Kaapse Fees Ooit Wink op Erfenisdag!

Met Erfenisdag op 24 September 2026 om die draai, maak die Hoër Landbouskool Boland...

A Century of Soil, Science, and Seasons: Langgewens Celebrates 100 Years

The Western Cape Department of Agriculture marked a major historical milestone on 17 September...

Rooibos: How an Indigenous Crop Built a Global Agribusiness Heritage

As Heritage Month celebrates the traditions that unite South Africans, Laager Rooibos reflects on...

Woolworths’ 10-Month Mature Gouda Wins Top Honors at South African Dairy Awards 2024

A 10-month-old mature gouda, made especially for Woolworths by Lactalis South Africa, was crowned the Dairy Product of the Year at the prestigious South...

Transnet Seeks Private Partner for Port of Cape Town

The announcement by Transnet that it is finally seeking a private partner for development at the Port of Cape Town is long overdue. Earlier this...

Stellenbosch Wineries Lead Restoration of Iconic Oak Trees After Devastating Storm

The wineries of South Africa’s City of Oaks have embarked on a tree planting campaign in the wake of a devastating storm earlier this...

Oakdale se Landbou-leierskap 95 Jaar van Uitnemendheid

Hoër Landbouskool Oakdale, geleë in Riversdal, staan uit as een van die voorste landbouskole in die Wes-Kaap. In 2023 het hierdie instelling ‘n merkwaardige...

South Africa-China Avocado Trade Deal Boosts Export Opportunities

In March 2023, a trade agreement was finalized between South Africa and China, permitting the export of South African Hass avocados to China for...

WC Minister Highlights Agri-Export Boost and Veterinary Services at World Congress

Yesterday, 16 April 2024, the Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Dr Ivan Meyer, addressed the 1500 delegates from 48 different countries attending the 39th...

New Leadership at Living Soils Aims to Boost Sustainability and Food Security

The Living Soils Community Learning Farm has appointed Namhla Skweyiya, a seasoned Food Technologist and Food Security Specialist, as its new Programme Manager. This...

Sowing Success: Innovations spark Agricultural Transformation

In the heart of the Western Cape, a remarkable transformation is unfolding across the agricultural landscape as farmers adopt pioneering innovations and groundbreaking technologies,...

Sustainable Pest Control Through Drone Technology

High-tech is being combined with ancient natural remedies at Vergelegen wine estate in Somerset West, where an innovative approach is being adopted to maintain...

Ilse Ruthford: Die Verhaal van Passie en Pionierskap in die Wynwêreld

Ilse Anne Ruthford, ‘n uitsonderlike vrou diep gewortel in haar afkoms en ‘n onwrikbare gees, is ‘n inspirasie vir baie. Gebore en getoë in...