Is Cassava the Right Crop for Your Farm in South Africa?
Cassava has become one of the most discussed root crops in African agriculture, especially as farmers look for crops that can handle climate stress and still deliver reliable yields. In South Africa, interest in cassava is growing due to its ability to tolerate drought, poor soils, and unpredictable rainfall patterns. The crop is widely grown in tropical regions, and it…
Department Leadership Strengthens Agricultural Service Delivery Through Strategic Field Engagements in ZF Mgcawu District
The Department, under the leadership of MEC Lebogang Motlhaping together with Head of Department Mr Zolile Monakali, began the day with an early morning briefing focused on key operational engagements planned for Upington and the wider ZF Mgcawu District. The briefing set a clear direction for the day and aligned all teams on service delivery priorities and field activities. It…
KwaZulu-Natal Advances Foot-and-Mouth Disease Control With Major Vaccination Milestone
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has reached another important milestone in its fight against foot-and-mouth disease, successfully completing vaccinations in the eThekwini Municipality. This achievement marks eThekwini as the sixth district to complete the province-wide vaccination campaign, highlighting the government's commitment to protecting livestock and safeguarding the agricultural sector. The campaign forms part of a broader veterinary…
