Shiraz SA Challenge Crowns Top Wines, Showcasing South Africa’s Vineyard Excellence

The results of the 2025 Shiraz SA Challenge — South Africa’s benchmark competition for Shiraz, Shiraz-based blends, and Shiraz rosé — were announced on...

More Than Metal: Why Choosing the Right Machinery is Vital for Your Farm’s Future

In today’s fast-paced agricultural world, a tractor, planter, sprayer, harvester, or other farm equipment is far more than just metal—it’s a trusted partner in...

Lakeview Farm’s Orchard Renewal Sets Industry Benchmark

This Women’s Month, Lakeview Farm in Villiersdorp is celebrating more than apples and pears. Under the leadership of Amoré Viljoen (34), the 100% black-owned...

SA Needs New Strategy to Boost Agri-Food Exports to EU

Although South Africa remains the European Union’s (EU) largest trading partner in Africa, the country’s agri-food exports to the EU are facing growing challenges....

Western Cape’s Rail Revival: Overberg Pilot Puts Freight Back on Track

In a strategic move to bolster the region's agricultural competitiveness, the Western Cape government in July 2025 launched the Overberg Freight Rail Business Case...

Overberg Farmland Protection Effort Supports Biodiversity and Black Harrier Breeding

A 270-hectare portion of critically endangered renosterveld in the Overberg, between Bredasdorp and Swellendam, has been secured for long-term conservation. The land, part of...

Bird Flu Resurfaces: Western Cape on Alert as Avian Influenza Cases Rise

The Western Cape Department of Agriculture (WCDoA) has issued an urgent alert following the re-emergence of high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI) across parts of...

A Bitter Harvest: US Tariffs Slam South Africa’s Agricultural Sector

The feared has become a reality. As of today, 5 August 2025, South Africa's agricultural sector is scrambling to respond to the US's unilateral...

Benguela Cove Sets Gold Standard in Sustainable Winegrowing and Agri-Tourism

Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate is a place where vines meet the ocean, and luxury experiences are born, with sustainability you can trust. Imagine a...

Beefmaster Group: A National Footprint, Rooted in History, Embracing New Horizons

For decades, the Beefmaster Group has been a cornerstone of South Africa’s red meat industry. Founded in 1965 by Lourie van Reenen, it evolved...

Wine Tourism: South Africa’s Secret Weapon for Growth

South Africa’s wine industry is uniquely poised to thrive by embracing wine tourism as its key attraction, says Daneel Rossouw, Head of Sales for...

Western Cape Commits to Tripling Export Growth by 2035 at West Coast Seminar

The Western Cape Government today reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating export-led economic growth at the West Coast Export Seminar held in Lutzville, Matzikama. The...

InteliGro Elevates Crop Advisors to Strategic Farm Partners Through Business-Focused Training

The role of Crop Advisors in agriculture today extends far beyond supplying products or offering technical advice. The right profile of advisor plays a...

Western Cape Opens Door to Canadian Investment with Focus on Agriculture, Trade, and Tourism

“The door is open to the Western Cape for Canada to boost investment,” was the key message from a high-level meeting between Canada’s Minister...

Hansie Viljoen: ‘n Lewe van Volhoubare Groei en Generasienalatenskap

Smart Silos: The Key to Securing Africa’s Food Future

Western Cape Prestige Agri Awards 2025 Honours Agri Worker Excellence

Grain SA Crowns Hansie Viljoen as 2025 Producer of the Year, Upholding Excellence Against Economic Headwinds

GEN-Z Vineyard Project Expands Its Vision