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March 11, 2025

Tired of water crises striking at the worst possible moments? Whether you’re heading out for a family weekend or managing livestock on a remote farm, not knowing the state of your water tanks can lead to costly, time-consuming emergencies. But what if you could monitor your water levels anytime, anywhere — and get instant alerts […]

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February 11, 2025

In die rustige, landelike omgewing van Baardskeerdersbos – of kortweg B’Bos – lê die plase Protea en Remhoogte, waar familie en harde werk die grondslag van die boerdery vorm. B’Bos is ‘n klein landelike nedersetting in die Rooi-Strandveld van die Overberg, omring deur Elim, Bredasdorp, Napier en Gansbaai. Hier boer Sweatie Germishuys, reeds 76 jaar […]

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October 7, 2024

In die wynbedryf is daar min mense wat so ’n diep en blywende impak maak soos Cobus Germishuys. Hy is nie net ’n wynkenner nie, maar ook iemand wat elke persoon wat sy pad kruis, inspireer met sy lewenslus en energie. Sy lewe is ’n voorbeeld van hoe passie en oorgawe jou tot nuwe hoogtes […]

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September 16, 2024

The Overberg region once again put its best foot forward as it hosted the 5th annual NAMPO Cape Expo from 11-14 September 2024 in Bredasdorp. With a record-breaking 45,894 visitors over four days, the event surpassed last year’s attendance of 34,635, solidifying its status as the leading agricultural showcase in the Western Cape. This year’s […]

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September 9, 2024

Nampo Kaap 2024 vier sy 5de aanbieding en die 30ste herdenking van die eerste Meganisasiedag wat in 1994 plaasgevind het. Sedert sy ontstaan het Nampo Kaap oor die afgelope 5 jaar die voortou geneem om die beste wat landbou in die Kaap bied, ten toon te stel. Dit bied produsente en die gemeenskap ‘n platform […]

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September 6, 2024

Besoekers aan Nampo Kaap 2024 kan uitsien na ‘n blommeskouspel wat hierdie jaar nog groter en meer indrukwekkend beloof te wees. Die bekende bloemkunstenaar Marjolijn Malan se skouspelagtige blomme-uitstalling sal in die Vloermol-saal te sien wees, terwyl die Overberg-fynbosuitstalling, wat die ryk biodiversiteit van die streek ten toon stel, in die Neptun-saal plaasvind. Beide uitstallings […]

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September 2, 2024

In the vineyards of the Western Cape, the South African Lipizzaners continue to captivate audiences with their elegance and precision. These magnificent horses, renowned for their dazzling white coats and noble bearing, have become an integral part of South Africa’s equestrian heritage. The story of the Lipizzaners dates back centuries to their origins in Europe. […]

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August 14, 2024

The Western Cape experienced an extraordinary weather event in July 2024, with record-breaking rainfall that exceeded all historical records for the region. This extreme weather, marked by relentless cold fronts and intense downpours, has become a focal point for discussions about climate change and its impacts on weather patterns. Record-Breaking Rainfall Shatters Historical Averages The […]

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August 13, 2024

NAMPO Kaap, wat vanjaar sy vyfde verjaarsdag vier, word van 11 tot 14 September 2024 in Bredasdorp aangebied deur SA Graan. Hierdie ekspo, wat as een van die hoogtepunte in die landboukalender beskou word, bring die hele landbou-waardeketting bymekaar op ‘n kragtige platform. Die belangrikheid van NAMPO Kaap kan nie oorbeklemtoon word nie. Volgens Philip […]

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July 18, 2024

The Overberg region, a critical agricultural area in South Africa, is currently experiencing significant weather shifts. Rojeanne de Wet from Agri Western Cape notes that despite the much-needed precipitation, the recent heavy rains coupled with an unusually warm and dry June have presented mixed fortunes for local agriculture. Fruit growers, in particular, are feeling the […]