Limpopo PARS 2026 Excellence Awards Celebrate a Decade of Meat Safety, Quality and Abattoir Standards
The Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has celebrated excellence in meat safety and quality through the Provincial Abattoir Rating Scheme (PARS) 2026 Excellence Awards, recognising abattoirs that demonstrate strong hygiene practices, regulatory compliance and a commitment to protecting consumers. Hosted in Polokwane in the Capricorn District, the ceremony marked a significant milestone for a programme that has spent…
National Food and Nutrition Security Plan 2025–2033: Free State Consultations Highlight Solutions to Improve Food Security
Improving access to water and land, creating more market opportunities for farmers and promoting climate-resilient agriculture are among the key proposals emerging from consultations on South Africa’s National Food and Nutrition Security Plan (NFNSP) 2025–2033 in Bloemfontein. The discussions have highlighted the need for practical solutions that address the challenges communities face in producing, accessing and affording nutritious food. Stakeholders…
Empowering Grain Farmers in Bronkhorstspruit Through Knowledge Sharing and Agricultural Support
Empowering grain farmers with practical knowledge, access to markets and reliable agricultural support is essential for strengthening food security and building a sustainable agricultural sector in South Africa. In Bronkhorstspruit, local producers, industry experts and government representatives came together at the Grain Study Group Programme to share information, explore growth opportunities and discuss challenges affecting grain production. Held at the…
