KwaZulu-Natal Agriculture Support Strengthens Farmers in the 2025/26 Planting Season
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has stepped up farmer…
Succession Planning for Family Farms in South Africa
Family farms are the backbone of South Africa’s agricultural sector, but transitioning…
Dairy Sheep and Goats: Producing Cheese for a Niche Market
Producing cheese from sheep and goat milk is a growing niche in…
How to Set Up a Mushroom Farm in a South African Garage
Mushroom farming is an accessible and profitable form of urban agriculture in…
A Guide to Vertical Farming for High-Value Herbs in South African Cities
Urban agriculture is gaining traction in South Africa, and vertical farming is…
From Banking to the Fields. How Petrus “Happy” Letsitsa Built a 1 500 Tonne Farming Business in the Free State
Petrus “Happy” Letsitsa farms maize, sunflowers, soya beans and livestock on two…
How to Start No-Till Farming to Combat Soil Erosion in the Free State
Soil erosion is a major challenge for farmers in the Free State.…
Drip Irrigation vs Pivot Systems: Cost Analysis for the Karoo
Choosing the right irrigation system is one of the biggest decisions you…
Northern Cape MEC Inaugurates 2026 Cohort of Compulsory Community Service Veterinarians
The Northern Cape Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development has…
Clostridial Diseases in Sheep: What Every Producer Needs to Know
Clostridial diseases are among the leading causes of sudden and unexpected deaths…
A Beginner’s Guide to Regenerative Agriculture in South African Soils
Regenerative agriculture is gaining ground in South Africa. Farmers face soil erosion,…
MEC Nonceba Kontsiwe Leads Foot and Mouth Disease Awareness Campaign in Mbhashe
The MEC for Agriculture, Nonceba Kontsiwe, visited Mbhashe Local Municipality to raise…