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Wendy Moshakga: Building Seratego Farms From Zero Through Grit and Vision

Wendy Moshakga is a young, self taught farmer from Moletjie Ga, Rammetloana,…

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The Threat of Parthenium Weed and How to Stop Its Spread

Parthenium weed is one of the most aggressive invasive plants threatening agriculture,…

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The State of Farm Worker Housing and Ethical Employment Practices

Farm worker housing and ethical employment practices are critical issues in agriculture,…

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Jacky Goliath: Growing De Fynne Nursery into a Fynbos and Agricultural Powerhouse

Jacky Goliath began her horticultural journey in 2001 with a small backyard…

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Endulini Fruit: How Three Generations of the Ferreira Family Built South Africa’s Premier Citrus Empire

Since 1953, Endulini Fruit has thrived in the fertile Gamtoos Valley, building…

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The Impact of Load-Shedding on Agriculture and How to Mitigate It

Load-shedding continues to pose challenges for South African farmers, affecting productivity, operational…

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Direct-to-Consumer Sales: Setting Up a Successful Farm Stall or Online Store

Direct-to-consumer sales offer farmers in South Africa an opportunity to increase profits,…

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Beekeeping for Beginners in South Africa: Protecting Our Pollinators

Beekeeping is gaining popularity in South Africa, not only as a source…

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Growing Saffron in the Eastern Cape: A “Red Gold” Opportunity?

Saffron, often called “red gold” due to its high market value, is…

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Goss’s Wilt Emerges as a Key Risk for South African Maize Producers in 2025/2026

Over the past two seasons, South African maize producers have become increasingly…

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Eastern Cape Farmers to Benefit from New Agriculture Offices in Ngqamakhwe

Farmers in Ngqamakhwe and surrounding areas will soon have improved access to…

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South Africa Strengthens Agricultural Exports with Middle East Attaché Appointment

South African farmers are facing a new challenge. Many no longer worry…

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