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South African vegetable growers are under pressure from every side. Input costs are rising, weather patterns are less predictable, labour costs are climbing,

South Africa’s Labour Debate Has Reached the Farm Gate South Africa’s debate around undocumented workers has moved rapidly from the streets, social media

South African agriculture is heading toward a season that demands serious attention. Current climate signals point toward the development of El Niño conditions

South African agriculture has entered 2026 with a complicated but important message. The sector is still growing, still employing, still producing, and still

South Africa’s 2026 private-land hunting season still offers real opportunity, but it no longer rewards relaxed planning. The old pattern of choosing a

South African agriculture is moving into the next production cycle with two realities sitting side by side. The first is encouraging: grain and

Introduction National Water Week 2026, observed in South Africa from 16 to 20 March 2026, comes at a time when the country’s water debate

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is one of those critical distant shocks that can become local very quickly. By the time a war

30 Years of Trust. Zero Missed Deadlines. Continental Influence That Converts Visibility Into Business – That equates to Trusted Agricultural Authority. In an

This week the first citrus intended for the US market will be packed by South African growers. On Wednesday the 9th of April

Dr. Boitshoko Ntshabele takes the Helm at the Citrus Growers Association as the New CEO The Citrus Growers’ Association of Southern Africa (CGA)

Celebrating Johan Swiegers: A Legacy of Leadership in Agriculture A Visionary Leader As we celebrate the 80th birthday of Johan Swiegers, the Editor

Rijk Zwaan, an international fruit and vegetable breeding company, is celebrating its first centenary. Since its foundation in 1924, Rijk Zwaan has grown

Early Life and Engineering Background Johan Hannekom, a seasoned farmer from Brits has a story that mirrors the struggles and triumphs of many

Leading the Charge in Agricultural Innovation In the dynamic realm of modern agriculture, the name Turf Technology and Irrigation (TTI) resonates as a

Transformation Funding Achievement SA Cane growers in January announce that, with the disbursement of transformation funding that month, the sugar industry has met

Honoring the Life and Achievements of Vito Rugani Mourning the Loss of a Legendary Carrot Farmer age 64. The farming community mourns the

A leading Pan-African bank, in partnership with Urban Harvest, announced the provision of another sustainable garden as part of its Possibilities Unearthed initiative. Groutville High School in KwaDukuza, KwaZulu-Natal,

In the early 2000s, the Agricultural Research Council (ARC) bred six varieties of Eragrostis tef (teff) for animal feed. The plant breeder’s rights

Humans and animals share a special and close bond, especially when it comes to our beloved pets and our livestock. But think twice

Eastern Cape Rural Development and Agrarian Reform (DRDAR) MEC Nonkqubela Pieters recently officially handed over a R1, 4 million shearing shed with a

Hero – When Patlego Machete lived with her grandmother in rural Mpumalanga, she couldn’t wait to escape to the bright city lights. It

Training Force, in collaboration with Cheeba Cannabis Training has embarked on a ground-breaking initiative to train a diverse group of 100 local farmers

The 400-year-old story of oaks: from cultural icons to invaders and victims  The nearly 400-year-old history of oaks in South Africa may be

The Red Meat Producers’ Organisation (RPO) learned with concern of the ship, Al Kuwait, which docked at the Cape Town harbour with approximately

Eskort, South Africa’s leading pork manufacturer, has expanded its Gauteng production capacity by 50% with a factory extension officially launched in mid-February. The

Early Life and Education Dr. Jan du Preez, a distinguished veterinarian and notable figure in agricultural circles, passed away unexpectedly on February 12

Jane Molony, Executive Director at Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA) said in the quest for a higher state of environmental consciousness,

Christo van der Rheede retires from Agri SA As Agri SA prepares for the retirement of chief executive officer, Christo van der Rheede, incoming

The RPO Executive Council has elected a new management at their Council meeting held on 24 January 2024 and the following members were

The Convergence of Tradition, Technology, and Agriculture in Africa Jehiel Oliver, founder and CEO of Hello Tractor, recently discussed the convergence of African

A Shift to Renewable Energy in Creighton Valley In the lush landscape of Creighton Valley in Kwa-Zulu Natal, a transformative journey to renewable

A New Educational Pathway in South Africa With the new school year now underway, the Citrus Growers’ Association of Southern Africa (CGA) can

The Complexity of Agricultural Sector Transformation Transforming the agricultural sector isn’t a simple case of handing over a piece of land and telling

Economic Hardships and the Lure of Illegal Trade Imagine living in a remote, economically depressed community on the edge of the Namaqua National

Farming – It is a fact that healthy soil is rich in organic matter, as well as microbes that break down this organic

Mina Guli: A Champion for Water Protection through Sports Women’s Month might be over, but women continue to make our world a better

South Africa Faces Third Wave of Avian Flu CHICKEN & EGG SHORTAGE DUE TO AVIAN FLU – The South African Poultry Association (SAPA)’s

A free mobile app for chicken farmers is set to make optimal poultry nutrition easier, while also helping farmers save money and improve

Grazing is depleted, our animals are struggling: Support farmers in drought-affected areas. We need to support farmers. Our farmers are facing an uphill

Inaugural Farm Skills Schools competition in South Africa. Free State-Farm Boys and Girls Show Their Skills in disciplines from Tractor Driving to Classing

Agbiz: South Africa’s Agricultural Employment Increasing Following a report by Wandile Sihlobo of Agbiz in Pretoria, the solid production conditions in South Africa’s

Effective Low-Cost Management of Temperate Forage Grasses to Improve Livestock Production (Milk and Meat) During Winter and Early Spring Seasons Planted pastures can

Two Limpopo farmers gear up for commercial farming in the Potato Belt with funding support from the Kgodiso Development Fund The Kgodiso Development

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Veterinarians and veterinary nurses have been reinstated to South Africa’s critical skills list with effect from 3 October 2023 – after having been

The National Poultry Association and SA government reported approximately 7.5 million chickens were culled in an effort to contain outbreaks of two separate

By 2025 nearly half of South Africa’s population will be food insecure, with 48.96% of the population potentially not having enough to eat.

by the Citrus Growers’ Association of Southern Africa and the Western Cape Department of Agriculture 12 October 2023 Pioneering work being done to

Observing the Degradation: A Lifelong Connection to Drakensberg Rivers Andrew Fowler has spent a lifetime exploring the Drakensberg Rivers. ‘Over the years I

The Impact of Load Shedding on the Poultry Industry: A Deeper Look Load shedding affects all South Africans on a daily basis, and

Investing, a simple, tangible, alternative option can deliver inflation-beating returns. In recent years, financial markets have experienced increased volatility due to factors like

Avian Flu Outbreak – By: Dr Abongile Balarane: from South African Poultry Association (SAPA) and Monique Piderit registered dietitian from Nutritional Solutions. The

Empowering Africa: Transitioning from Subsistence to Commercial Farming through Training Programs With over 20 years of experience in remote-site management, All terrain Services

The New Look Of Agriculture: Technology For Efficient And Sustainable Farming By the year 2050, the global population is projected to surpass 9

The ARC team is part of a consortium of 20 European and African R&D organizations that drive the DIVAGRI (Revenue diversification pathways in

She Is Forestry SA: Celebrating Female Forestry Role Models In celebration of Women’s Day in South Africa, She Is Forestry SA has launched

Empowering young women for future in grape and wine industry Stellenbosch University’s Viticulture and Oenology Winter School Programme 2023 packed with immersive learning

Why You Should Never Over-Mulch Your Plants or Trees The benefits of mulch are so well known that the current question is no

Boosting Food Production and Livelihoods for Farmers in Rural Areas The Covid-19 pandemic exposed the food and livelihood vulnerabilities of communities in South

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Bees Bees: News for New Bee Farmers! Blueberries are a fast-growing production sector in South Africa and development is blooming. Pollination is an

Growing Pure Medical Cannabis Expands Lesotho Operation   A licensed cultivator and manufacturer of medical-grade cannabis extracts and products in Lesotho, MG Health is tripling

New Rules for Para-veterinary Professionals – How Farm Animal Owners can Benefit South African rural dwellers and small-scale farmers are set to have

SOLshop: The New Digital Platform for Farmers To Sell Directly to Customers in 2023 A new ground-breaking platform that enables digital stokvel/group buying

Fred Junior – Young Aspiring Farmer Wins at Nampo 2023 Fred Junior MacCarthy, a passionate 12-year-old farmer from Brits was hosted by Engen

NWGA Prestige Awards Honors to Regional Shearing Sheds The NWGA Prestige Awards honors to regional shearing sheds for achieving outstanding results in developing

Season’s Hope: Rains and Increased Farming Activity Forecasts of an El Niño occurrence in the 2023/24 summer season do not necessarily equate to

I attended the Karoo Winter Wool Festival at the weekend. Hosted in Middelburg, in the Karoo region of the Eastern Cape, the festival

Farmers who have been early adopters of genetically modified (GM) seed technology now have access to the best seeds for Africa available.

SA small-scale livestock farmers are to have more access to primary animal healthcare, and veterinary nurses are now also able to open their own facilities.

An excerpt of Agbiz’s Wandile Sihlobo on the stand of affairs in agriculture.   The impact of load-shedding may continue to influence prices

The hunting season is in full swing! Here are a few questions you might want to ask before you book a hunt.

FORESTRY: The Surprise Weapon in the Fight Against Climate Change It’s fair to say that most people, when discussing how to fight climate

FROM PICKING TO PACKING – TAKING CARE OF YOUR CROP Due to a lack of diligent management, poorly trained staff and a negligent

FOOD INSECURITY

Growing vegetables in a home or community garden requires one to prepare a proper area with enough sunlight and early planning for planting

In South Africa there is currently R190 billion debt in agriculture of which about 60% belongs to grain farmers and given the sustainability

NAMPO MAKES TERRIFIC COMEBACK AFTER COVID 19 This year’s NAMPO Harvest Day once more exceeded expectations with an astounding attendance of 73 000

Pest control – Only a few of the insects occurring on agricultural crops can be “pests”. An insect is classified as a pest

Concerns Over Beekeeper Numbers and Honey Production American Foulbrood (AFB) in beehives is noticed in some Provinces of South Africa. As beekeepers’ figures

The formidable Pannar dryland wheat cultivar package for the Free State has been enhanced with a new intermediate cultivar. At Pannar, we are