Vhembe District Farmers Attend Market Access Awareness Session to Boost Fresh Produce Sales
Fresh produce farmers from the Vhembe District have gathered at Ralushai Library Auditorium in Thohoyandou for a focused awareness session on market access. The event, made possible through a partnership…
Rice Skills and Agroecology Empower Farmers in the Eastern Cape
The Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture, in partnership with the Agricultural Research Council, has implemented programmes that provide farmers and youth with practical training and knowledge to strengthen local agriculture.…
OR Tambo District Farmers Gain Access to Innovative Climate-Smart Farming Technology
Farmers in the OR Tambo District are set to benefit from an innovative technological initiative aimed at modernising agriculture and strengthening resilience to climate change. The South African System of…
Best Soil Improvement Techniques for Farmers in South Africa
Healthy soil drives farm productivity. In South Africa, many farmers face low organic matter, erosion, and poor water retention. These problems reduce yields and increase input costs over time. You…
Future-Proofing Your Cattle Farm in an Uncertain Climate
Cattle farming faces growing challenges as climate variability affects pasture availability, water resources, and herd health. Unpredictable rainfall patterns, extended droughts, and extreme weather events make traditional farming approaches increasingly…
South Africa’s Groundnut Sector: Strategic Growth Amid Challenges
Groundnuts occupy a relatively small area in South Africa’s summer crop landscape, but their significance extends well beyond the hectares planted. The crop contributes to nutritional security, supports value-added processing,…
From NSFAS Allowance to Award Winning Farmer: The Rise of Nkosinathi Makamela
Nkosinathi Makamela represents a new generation of young South African farmers who are turning limited resources into real agricultural success. His journey began under difficult circumstances after the loss of…
SA Canegrowers Welcomes Sugar Tax Freeze but Warns of Deepening Industry Crisis
The decision to keep the Health Promotion Levy, also known as the sugar tax, unchanged in the 2026 Budget has been cautiously welcomed by SA Canegrowers. While the absence of…
The Role of Supplements in Low-Quality Winter Grazing
Winter presents a major challenge for livestock farmers, as natural grazing often declines in nutritional quality, impacting animal health, growth, and productivity. During this period, pastures become dormant, fiber content…
Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Empowers Pig Farmers at Thaba Nchu Piggery Information Day
The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development hosted a Piggery Information Day at Barolong Hall, bringing together local pig farmers for a day of practical learning and business support. The…
KwaZulu-Natal MEC Issues Strong Warning Amid Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak and Launches Mass Vaccination Campaign
The KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs Thembeni kaMadlopha-Mthethwa, has issued a stern warning to all individuals involved in the illegal movement of animals following a severe outbreak…
Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba Pledges Support for the Revival of Zebediela Citrus Farm
Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba recently addressed the community at the Zebediela Citrus Farm, emphasizing a renewed commitment to restoring the farm to its former prominence. Her speech highlighted the importance…
