Food Garden Initiative at Damersfontein Child and Youth Care Centre Demonstrates the Power of Agriculture to Build Sustainable Communities
Agriculture has the power to transform communities by providing nutritious food, creating learning opportunities and improving long-term self-sufficiency. This was demonstrated during a recent outreach initiative by the Mpumalanga Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs (DARDLEA), whose Gert Sibande District officials visited the Damersfontein Child and Youth Care Centre outside Lothair in the Msukaligwa Local Municipality. Working…
Standard Bank Limpopo Agribusiness Development Programme Launches 50 Emerging Agripreneurs on the Path to Commercial Success
The successful launch of the Standard Bank Limpopo Agribusiness Development Programme in Polokwane marks an important milestone in advancing agricultural entrepreneurship and rural economic development in the province. The initiative brings together the Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Standard Bank and the Yarena Group in a strategic partnership aimed at supporting the growth of emerging agribusinesses. The programme…
Gauteng Livestock Farmers Urged to Follow Strict Movement Rules to Prevent Foot and Mouth Disease Spread
Strict livestock movement restrictions and transport regulations remain in place across Gauteng as authorities continue efforts to control and prevent the spread of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD). The measures are designed to protect South Africa's livestock industry by limiting the movement of potentially infected animals and reducing the risk of disease transmission between farms and communities. Farmers, livestock owners…
