King Mhlontlo Municipality Boosts Wool Production with New Equipment for Rural Farmers
The King Mhlontlo Local Municipality has taken a practical step to support rural livelihoods by investing in wool production infrastructure. Working alongside the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural…
Innovative Livestock Management Solutions Take Focus at Stakeholder Engagement Session
Stakeholders in the agricultural sector are placing stronger emphasis on practical and sustainable solutions to improve livestock management, as highlighted during a recent engagement session where the University of the…
How to Start Organic Farming in South Africa
Organic farming in South Africa is growing in popularity as consumers increasingly demand chemical-free, sustainably produced food. This method of agriculture emphasizes the use of natural inputs, ecological balance, and…
uGu District Achieves Major Milestone in Foot-and-Mouth Disease Vaccination Drive
Veterinary Services in KwaZulu-Natal are making significant progress in the fight against Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) through a mass cattle vaccination campaign, exceeding expectations by vaccinating more than 30,000 cattle in…
Eastern Cape Commits R55 Million to Combat Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak
The Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture is taking decisive action to address the ongoing Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak, with MEC Ms Nonceba Kontsiwe welcoming the provincial government’s intervention through a…
Farmers and Experts Unite to Tackle Parthenium Hysterophorus Threat in Nkomazi
Stakeholders in South Africa are joining forces to raise awareness about the dangers posed by Parthenium Hysterophorus, commonly known as Maria Maria, to human health, livestock, and crop production. This…
Comprehensive Guide to Rabbit Farming in South Africa
Rabbit farming in South Africa is gaining traction as a profitable and sustainable agricultural venture due to the growing demand for lean meat, fur, and manure. Rabbits are highly adaptable…
Land Bank Agricultural Specialist: Workout & Restructuring Vacancy
Closing Date 2026/03/13 Reference Number LAN260224-5 Job Title Agricultural Specialist: Workout & Restructuring – (Head Office) Division Agricultural Economics and Advisory Unit Agricultural Economics Job Type Classification Permanent Location Country:…
Entries Open for Food Lover’s Market 2026 Seeds of Change Supplier Development Partnership
Entries for the 2026 Seeds of Change Supplier Development Partnership are now open, inviting aspiring social entrepreneurs and emerging agricultural businesses to join the programme as suppliers to Food Lover’s…
Goat Farming Guide for South Africa
Goat farming in South Africa is a growing agricultural sector that offers significant opportunities for income generation, food security, and rural development. Goats are adaptable to a variety of climates…
South Africa Intensifies Fight Against Foot-and-Mouth Disease with Live Vaccination at Glen Farm
South Africa’s nationwide Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccination drive continues with renewed momentum as Minister John Steenhuisen and Free State Department of Agriculture and Rural Development MEC, Ms Elzabe Rockman, visited…
Thaba Nchu Wool Study Group Hosts Farmers Day to Strengthen Wool Farming
The Thaba Nchu Wool Study Group recently hosted a Wool Farmers Day at Barolong Hall, bringing together numerous sheep farmers from across the region. The event focused on building profitable,…
