Using Chop-and-Drop Mulching to Improve Soil and Retain Moisture
Chop-and-drop mulching is an effective technique for improving soil health and retaining…
Managing Parasites in Goats: A Non-Chemical Approach for South African Farmers
Parasite management is a critical component of goat farming in South Africa.…
8th Annual Potatoes South Africa Transformation Symposium Kicks Off in Polokwane
The 8th Annual Potatoes South Africa (Potatoes SA) Transformation Symposium is underway…
SAMGA and APAC Unite to End Sale of Immature Mangoes in Fresh Produce Markets
The South African Mango Growers’ Association (SAMGA) and the Agricultural Produce Agents…
National Department of Agriculture Explains Impact of Zimbabwe’s Maize Import Ban Lift
Mr JanHendrik Venter, Director of Plant Health at the National Department of…
A Step-by-Step Guide to Starting a Pecan Nut Farm in the Northern Cape
Pecan nuts are a high-value crop with growing demand locally and internationally.…
Youth in Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Awards Celebrate 9 Years of Empowerment
As the Youth in Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries Awards (YAFF) mark their…
ARC Joins First General Assembly of China-Africa Agricultural Science and Technology Innovation Alliance
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) participated in the First General Assembly of…
North West Hosts Inaugural Agricultural Lecture at Palmietfontein Farm
The inaugural agricultural lecture took place yesterday at Palmietfontein Farm near Klerksdorp.…
5 Surprisingly Easy Animals to Raise for Beginners
Starting a small farm or backyard homestead can feel overwhelming, especially when…
What to Do in the Vegetable Garden in December and January
December and January mark the peak of summer in Southern Africa. The…
DFFE and Partners Lead National Dialogue on Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Agriculture
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) has set the…