Sheep Farming Course Brings Practical Learning to Macasserfontein in the Eastern Cape
A successful day of learning, knowledge sharing and hands-on experience gave 30 livestock farming attendees an opportunity to strengthen their understanding of sheep farming at Macasserfontein near Middelburg in the Eastern Cape. Held on 22 September, the “365 Days on the Livestock Farm in One Day” course focused on practical aspects of managing a sheep enterprise. The training covered flock…
Limpopo Mandela Day Agricultural Support Transforms Vhuthiho Cooperative into Thriving Food Garden
The Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development marked the Provincial Mandela Day at the Vhuthiho Primary Cooperative Project in Tshamidzi Village under Tshikonelo on 20 July 2026. The initiative focused on supporting local agricultural production and strengthening the cooperative’s ability to grow food for the surrounding community. As part of the support, the cooperative received vegetable seedlings, fertilisers, pesticides,…
KwaZulu-Natal Hemp Seed Multiplication Programme Targets Key Barrier to Hemp Farming Growth
KwaZulu-Natal has been identified as one of only three provinces in South Africa with high potential for hemp production under the National Hemp/Cannabis Master Plan of 2021. This recognition creates an opportunity for farmers to participate in an emerging agricultural value chain with potential applications across several industries. However, access to quality hemp seed remains a major challenge for farmers…
