Practical Potato Planting Training in Bela Bela Empowers Farmers to Improve Yields and Sustainability
Farmers in Limpopo are gaining hands on skills through a focused agricultural training session led by Potato South Africa in partnership with Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development in…
Foot and Mouth Disease Vaccination Drive Intensifies in Ventersdorp as Farmers Urged to Stay Alert
South Africa’s fight against Foot and Mouth Disease gained fresh momentum on 25 March as a dedicated technical team carried out a focused vaccination campaign in Ventersdorp within the JB…
Understanding Animal Improvement and Breeders’ Societies in South Africa
Animal improvement plays a central role in building a productive and competitive livestock sector in South Africa. Farmers rely on structured breeding systems to improve traits such as growth rate,…
A Beginner’s Guide to Growing Barley in South Africa
Barley is one of South Africa’s most versatile cereal crops, valued for its use in animal feed, brewing, and human consumption. Its adaptability to a range of climatic conditions makes…
Agriculture Drives Growth and Resilience as Leaders Call for Stronger Collaboration at Agri-Development Imbizo
Agriculture took centre stage as a key driver of economic growth and resilience during the Agri-Development Imbizo, where Gauteng MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Vuyiswa Ramokgopa, delivered a focused…
South Africa’s First Table Grape Shipment to the Philippines Creates New Opportunities for Farmers
South Africa has secured a new export market with the successful arrival of its first official shipment of table grapes to the Philippines. This follows the approval of market access…
Hands-On Maize, Sorghum and Sunflower Lessons at ARC-Grain Crops Show Farmers the Science Behind Higher Yield
Practical learning is becoming increasingly important in South African agriculture, bridging the gap between research, innovation, and the farm. On 24 March 2026, third-level Field Crops students from the University…
A Simple Introduction to Biotechnology and Plant Breeding in South Africa
Biotechnology and plant breeding are transforming agriculture in South Africa by providing tools to improve crop quality, increase yields, and enhance resistance to pests and diseases. These scientific approaches enable…
KwaZulu-Natal MEC Conducts Oversight Visit at Nhlambamasoka Dip Tank to Strengthen Livestock Health
As part of Operation Sukuma Sakhe, the KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Thembeni KaMadlopha-Mthethwa, carried out an oversight visit at the Nhlambamasoka Dip Tank following the successful implementation…
Finding the Right Agricultural Education and Training Provider in South Africa
Choosing the right agricultural education and training provider in South Africa is a critical step for anyone who wants to build a successful career in farming or agribusiness. The agricultural…
Waterberg District Farmers Participate in Tshwane Market Stakeholder Engagement to Strengthen Agricultural Collaboration
Farmers from the Waterberg District joined a crucial stakeholder engagement session at the Tshwane Market Council Chambers, organized in partnership with the Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. The…
Mpumalanga Farmers Embrace Agritech Innovation Through Successful Outreach Programme
The Mpumalanga Farmers Outreach Programme on Agritech Technology Validation has marked a significant step forward in modernizing agriculture within the province. Delivered through a strategic partnership between the Department of…
