Indigenous African grains like sorghum, millet, and fonio are making a notable comeback in modern food culture. Long overshadowed by commercial staples such as rice and maize, these nutrient-rich grains are regaining their rightful place on plates worldwide. Spearheaded by chefs, food entrepreneurs, and organizations like The Sorghum Agenda—founded by Zandile Finxa, an Assistant Product […]
In2Food, a South African-based company, specializes in supplying fresh, ready-to-eat fruits and vegetables to two high-end retailers – Marks & Spencer in the United Kingdom and Woolworths in South Africa. Employing nearly 10,000 people, primarily women, In2Food operates multiple facilities in South Africa, where staff hand-prepare significant quantities of seasonal fruit daily. The company’s facilities […]
Canned wines are gaining popularity, particularly among younger consumers and outdoor enthusiasts, due to their convenience, single-serve portions, and eco-friendly appeal. Woolworths’s WCellar has responded to this trend by partnering with six prominent South African wine brands to offer a range of premium canned wines. The collection includes six varietals from renowned local estates: Diemersdal […]
Ahead of World Food Day, commemorated on 16 October 2024, Vegtech Netafim, a provider of growing solutions, has made a significant contribution to local food security efforts by donating a hydroponic greenhouse tunnel valued at R220,000 to the Living Soils Community Learning Farm in Stellenbosch. This initiative, which is directly aligned with this year’s World […]
Woolworths has spearheaded a revolutionary approach to agriculture with its “Farming for the Future” initiative, aiming to transform the landscape of farming in South Africa. This program focuses on regenerative farming techniques to enhance soil health, reduce environmental impact, and ultimately produce food more sustainably. Challenges of Conventional Farming – The conventional farming practices prevalent […]
A 10-month-old mature gouda, made especially for Woolworths by Lactalis South Africa, was crowned the Dairy Product of the Year at the prestigious South African Dairy Awards on Thursday 25 April 2024 at Eensgezind outside Durbanville. The winning Woolworths Mature Gouda 10 months was one of a record number of 1 029 dairy products from 78 […]
The Living Soils Community Learning Farm has appointed Namhla Skweyiya, a seasoned Food Technologist and Food Security Specialist, as its new Programme Manager. This strategic hiring coincides with the project’s sixth year, signaling a promising phase under Namhla’s guidance. Living Soils is a collaborative endeavour by Woolworths, Spier Wine Farm, and the Sustainability Institute, aimed […]
The dairy industry set new benchmarks this year at the 191st South African Dairy Championships. The judging of this national dairy competition, the largest and oldest in Africa, kicked off on Thursday, 7 March 2024 at Eensgezind outside Durbanville, and continued until Friday, 8 March. This year witnessed record participation, with 78 dairy producers submitting […]
Sixteen aspiring young farmer interns from the Living Soils Community Learning farm in Lynedoch, Stellenbosch, recently took a break from their farming studies to immerse themselves in the world of retail. This unique opportunity saw the interns spending a week at Woolworths’ flagship Waterstone store, where they delved into the intricacies of the food supply […]
