Western Cape Agriculture Builds Resilience Through Finance, Partnerships and Farmer Leadership
A powerful lunchtime conversation on the future of agriculture in the Western Cape brought together leaders from finance, industry and farming to examine the forces shaping one of the province’s most important economic sectors. The discussion highlighted both the pressures facing farmers and the opportunities available to those willing to adapt, innovate and build stronger partnerships. From water shortages and…
Livestock Industry Looks Beyond FMD Crisis Towards Long-Term Resilience
The livestock industry is entering a new phase in its response to Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD), with producers and industry stakeholders recognising that the disease must now be managed as an ongoing challenge rather than treated as a temporary crisis. This was a key message from a thought-provoking panel discussion held yesterday at NAMPO Cape. RMIS CEO Dewald Olivier joined Niel…
Stanford in Bloom Returns with Chelsea Flowers Showcase Celebrating Fynbos and Overberg Agriculture
Stanford in Bloom and Chelsea Flowers in Stanford will return to the Overberg from 12 to 27 September 2026, bringing together floral artistry, horticulture, agriculture and local creativity for the third consecutive year. The annual festival has become an important platform for showcasing South Africa’s extraordinary plant diversity while highlighting the knowledge and skills found within the local agricultural and…
