Understanding What Black Economic Empowerment Means for Farmers in South Africa
Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) is a critical framework in South Africa aimed at addressing historical inequalities and creating opportunities for Black farmers to access land, finance, and markets. In agriculture,…
OSCA Graduates Urged to Drive Agribusiness Innovation and Tackle Food Security Challenges
Graduates of Inkosi Owen Sithole College of Agriculture have been called upon to transform their academic knowledge into practical success that can uplift communities and strengthen the agricultural sector. The…
Limpopo Farmers Strengthen Livestock Production Through Silage and Hay Bale Training Initiatives
The Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development continues to take practical steps to support smallholder livestock farmers through targeted training programmes focused on silage and hay bale making. Across…
TLU SA Launches Youth Farmer of the Year Competition for School Learners
TLU SA is set to expand its successful Young Farmer of the Year competition with the launch of a brand-new Youth Farmer of the Year category for school learners in 2026. The initiative is designed to…
High Court Affirms South Africa’s Coordinated Response to Foot-and-Mouth Disease
The Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, has welcomed the outcome in the Gauteng Division of the High Court, which confirmed the Department of Agriculture’s lawful authority to manage South Africa’s…
Essential Animal Health Practices for Emerging Farmers in South Africa
Maintaining the health of livestock is a fundamental responsibility for emerging farmers in South Africa, as animal well-being directly impacts productivity, profitability, and food security. Livestock health challenges, including disease…
Minister Steenhuisen Welcomes Court Denying Private FMD Vaccine Bid
In a significant decision for South Africa’s agricultural sector, the Gauteng Division of the High Court has dismissed an urgent application that sought to allow private procurement and administration of…
ARC Inspires Youth at Midvaal Skills Imbizo with Agricultural Career Opportunities
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) recently participated in the Youth Skills Imbizo held in Midvaal, Meyerton, highlighting career opportunities in agriculture for young people. The event brought together government representatives,…
Afri Forum’s Kallie Kriel: No White Genocide in South Africa, But Farmers Are Facing Attacks
During an interview with eNCA, Kallie Kriel addressed claims about a so-called “white genocide” in South Africa. When asked if he agreed with the notion of genocide, Kriel was clear: AfriForum specifically frames…
North West Agriculture Leaders Unite at MUNIMEC Forum to Boost Farmer Support and Rural Development
The MUNIMEC Political Forum is currently underway at Alex Holm Hall at Potchefstroom College of Agriculture in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District, bringing together government leaders, officials, and industry stakeholders…
South Africa Accelerates Foot-and-Mouth Disease Response with Urgent Vaccine Imports
South Africa is intensifying its response to Foot-and-Mouth Disease as the government moves quickly to secure critical vaccine supplies needed to protect the national herd. The Minister of Agriculture, John…
An Introduction to Biological Farming Methods in South Africa
Biological farming methods are gaining momentum in South Africa as farmers look for sustainable ways to improve soil health, reduce input costs, and produce high-quality food. This approach focuses on…
