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Heavy Weather Lashes Western Cape: Rural Infrastructure and Logistics Under Strain

The Western Cape’s agricultural heartlands are facing a significant challenge as a series of severe weather systems continue to sweep across the province. In...

Coordination Strategy Secures Western Cape’s Agricultural Future

In a move to fortify the Western Cape’s agricultural backbone against a "triple threat" of regional and global risks, Premier Alan Winde chaired an...

Enhanced Connectivity: Emirates-Wesgro Deal to Support Western Cape Agri-Exports

While the primary headlines of the newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Emirates and Wesgro focus on tourism, the implications for the Western...

Western Cape Bolsters “War on FMD” as 50,000 New Vaccine Doses Arrive

The Western Cape Government has significantly ramped up its offensive against Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) following the arrival of a critical shipment of 50,000 vaccine...

Interceptor Africa: Safety Footwear Built on Decades of Expertise

For professionals who spend long hours on their feet, safety, comfort and durability are not optional, they are essential. Interceptor is built on these...

Billion-Rand Boost for SA’s Agricultural Exports as Durban Port Concessions Awarded

In a move set to drastically enhance South Africa’s agricultural export capacity and lower the cost of doing business for farmers, Transnet National Ports...

Western Cape Agricultural Outlook: Securing Fuel, Water, and Livestock Health

Western Cape producers received critical updates this week as the provincial Joint Operations Centre (JOC) moves to stabilize the essential pillars of the agricultural...

Western Cape Budget 2026: R1.7 Billion to Bolster Agri-Resilience

Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development, and Tourism, Dr Ivan Meyer, has tabled a combined budget of over R1.7 billion for the 2026/27...

From Port to Plate: How Cape Town’s New Liquid Bulk Deal Secures the Agri-Value Chain

A significant shift in the Western Cape’s industrial landscape was finalized this week as Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) officially appointed FFS Tank Terminals...

Agritourism emerges as a key diversification strategy for South African farmers

Agritourism is gaining momentum in South Africa as farmers look beyond traditional production models to strengthen their businesses and build resilience. By blending agriculture...

State to Foot Bill for Nationwide FMD Vaccination Campaign

In a decisive move to protect the heart of South Africa’s R80 billion livestock industry, Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen has confirmed that the...

Why the “Phytosanitary Protocol” is the Real Key to China’s 0% Tariff

The announcement that China will grant zero-tariff access to South African agricultural exports starting 1 May 2026, has been hailed as a landmark victory...

“Farm in the City”: How Irene Farm Sets the Gold Standard for Agritourism

In the heart of South Africa’s economic hub, where urban sprawl and industrial development often sideline traditional agriculture, Irene Farm in Centurion stands as...

Fairview Shows How Agritourism Can Strengthen Modern Farming

As South African agriculture faces rising input costs, climate uncertainty, and changing consumer expectations, agritourism is increasingly being explored as a way for farms...