South Africa Lifts FMD Restrictions in Key Provinces as Vaccination Drive Expands

The South African Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, has announced a major breakthrough in the campaign to contain Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD), highlighting intensified efforts...

China Suspends South African Meat Imports Over FMD Outbreaks

China has suspended imports of South African products derived from cloven-hoofed animals, including beef, due to ongoing foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreaks. Announced on 8...

Clarity Secured on U.S. Tariff Treatment for South African Exports Post-July 2025

South Africa Wine has received official confirmation regarding the treatment of South African goods exported to the United States following the expiration of the...

Honeybush Innovation Brings Growth to Garden Route Farmers

In the misty mountains and rolling fields of the Garden Route, a new chapter is unfolding for small-scale honeybush farmers and wild harvesters. A...

South African Table Grapes Get Green Light for Philippines

South Africa’s agricultural sector has achieved a significant milestone with the approval to export fresh table grapes to the Philippines. This breakthrough follows nearly...

South Africa at BRICS Summit: Expanding Agricultural Exports Amid Geopolitical Challenges

South Africa's agricultural sector is heavily export-driven, with international trade playing a key role in its growth over the past 30 years. However, rising...

South Africa Turns to Brazil for Maize Imports Amid Local Shortage

In a significant move to ensure food security, the South African government has approved the import of yellow maize from Brazil, a decision driven...

ARC Conference Spotlights South Africa’s Agricultural Research

The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) and the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform, and Rural Development (DALRRD) recently convened their inaugural joint conference at the...

Agri-Expo’s Journey Pioneering and Shaping the Future of Farming

Agri-Expo, originally founded as the Cape of Good Hope Agricultural Society in 1831 and rebranded in 1996, stands as a key organization in South...

Clarity regarding permit requirements for EU & UK EPA TQR

The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development published two gazettes outlining the procedure for exports from SACU and Mozambique to the EU...

Agri News: Where Positivity Flourishes in Every Harvest

Agri News is a dynamic and forward-looking publication, focused on driving positive narratives within the Agricultural Sector of the Western Cape. Our primary goal is...

NAMPO Cape Schools Program Sparks Student Interest

Alfreda Mars, coordinator of the NAMPO Cape Schools Programme, stated, “The feedback from both learners and teachers who attended the program last year was...

Triumph and Unity The Resounding Success of the 2023 George Agricultural Show

The George Agricultural Show, which took place from 24 - 26 August 2023 in George, was a celebration of agriculture, community, and entertainment. The event...

Nurturing Agriculture and Sustainability

The Western Cape Department of Agriculture provides a wide range of development, research and support services to the agricultural community in the Western Cape. The...

Wine Industry Confronts Harsh Tariff Blow from United States

Wine Town Stellenbosch Returns with South Africa’s Premier Wine Festival

Farewell to a Wine Pioneer: Dawid Saayman’s Legacy Rooted Deep in South African Soil

Calling All Winemakers: Entries Open for FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10

Land Bank Launches Pioneering Wine and Spirits Fund to Drive Transformation in South Africa’s Beverage Sector