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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...

Wian Smith Lei Implementering van Biologiese Middels vir Volhoubare Landbou in Vyeboom

Wian is 14 jaar deel van die InteliGro-span met sy depot in Vyeboom, in die hart van die kernvrug- en wingerdverbouiingstreek in die Wes-Kaap. “Biologiese...

Explore the Rich Tapestry of FynArts Festival 2024 with Art, Music, and Culinary Delights in Hermanus

From 7-17 June 2024, the scenic coastal town of Hermanus transforms into a bustling hub of artistic expression as it hosts the FynArts Festival....

2025 Wine Harvest Commemorative Event Seeks Nominations for Visionary Leaders

South Africa is the only country in the world that can accurately pinpoint the exact date of origin of its wine industry, thanks to...

InteliGro Appoints AJ Griesel as New Managing Director

Effective 1 June 2024, InteliGro enters an exciting new chapter, as we welcome AJ Griesel as new Managing Director. AJ fills the position of Managing...

EcoTraining Advocates for Ecosystem Health on World Environment Day

EcoTraining, a premier provider of professional field guide and nature training, highlights its dedication to World Environment Day, marked globally on June 5. In...

Outeniqua Research Farm Advancing Agricultural Practices for 70 Years

Established in 1953, the Outeniqua Research Farm is located southwest of George in the Eden District and covers approximately 300 hectares with varied irrigation...

How Rooibos Farming Fuels SA’s Wellness and Agricultural Growth

In South Africa, the agricultural landscape is witnessing a transformative era, driven by the burgeoning global demand for wellness tourism. At the heart of...

Innovations and Insights in Viticulture and Oenology

The “Technical Yearbook 2023” is a comprehensive resource designed for professionals in the viticulture and oenology sectors, featuring an extensive collection of research articles,...

Exploring the Scenic and Vibrant Plettenberg Bay Winelands

Plettenberg Bay, affectionately known as “Plett” by locals, is a stunning destination on the Southern Cape coast of South Africa. Originally called “Bahia Formosa” (beautiful...

PwC Report Highlights Urgent Need for Technological Innovations to Enhance SA’s Food Security

In 2023, the volume of food and beverages sold per capita at South African grocery stores and supermarkets declined by an estimated 3.2%. This...