Turning Small-Scale Cattle Farming into a Profitable Business
Small-scale cattle farming presents a unique opportunity for rural and emerging farmers to generate sustainable income while contributing to local food security. While many small-scale operations focus primarily on subsistence,…
KwaZulu-Natal Agriculture MEC orders total ban on animal movements as FMD vaccines are distributed
The KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs Thembeni kaMadlopha-Mthethwa, has issued a stern warning to farmers and livestock owners regarding the illicit movement of animals amid a severe outbreak…
Feeding Cattle During Drought: Affordable South African Solutions
Drought poses a major challenge for South African cattle farmers, threatening herd health, productivity, and overall farm profitability. Limited rainfall reduces the availability of grazing pastures and fresh fodder, forcing…
SA Canegrowers Calls for Government Action to Protect Farmers and the Sugar Industry
The South African Canegrowers Association (SA Canegrowers) has urgently called on President Cyril Ramaphosa to intervene and stabilize the country’s sugarcane sector, which supports roughly 25 000 growers and six…
Namakwa SOPA Build-Up Programmes Support Farmers and Promote Sustainable Agriculture
MEC Motlhaping and HOD Monakali recently led SOPA build-up programmes in the Namakwa District, focusing on practical initiatives that support farmers, strengthen food security, and promote sustainable agriculture. The programmes…
KwaZulu-Natal Government Launches Tractors and Tillers to Support Emerging Farmers
The KwaZulu-Natal Premier, Thami Ntuli, alongside the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development MEC, Thembeni KaMadlopha-Mthethwa, has officially launched 24 tractors and 7 handheld tillers as part of a strategic…
Record-Keeping for Better Breeding Decisions on South African Farms
Accurate record-keeping is a critical tool for improving breeding decisions on South African farms, providing farmers with the information needed to optimize herd productivity, health, and profitability. Breeding success depends…
National Plant Health Regulations Workshop Guides Farmers on Pest Prevention
The National Department of Agriculture, through the National Plant Protection Organisation of South Africa (NPPOZA), is hosting a National Consultative Workshop on the draft Plant Health Regulations under the Plant…
Minister John Steenhuisen Launches Nationwide Foot and Mouth Disease Vaccination in KwaZulu-Natal
Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, will officially launch South Africa’s nationwide mass vaccination campaign against Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) this Friday in KwaZulu-Natal. The rollout represents a critical intervention…
Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture Hosts FMD Awareness Campaign at Rocklands Community Hall
The Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture recently conducted a comprehensive Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) awareness campaign at Rocklands Community Hall, attracting farmers from across the region. The initiative aimed…
How Government Policies Affect Cattle Farmers
Government policies have a direct and lasting impact on cattle farmers, shaping everything from production practices to market access and profitability. Regulations on land use, animal health, and environmental compliance…
KZN Agriculture MEC Honours Women Driving Food Security
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development recently hosted its inaugural Phezukomkhono Female Entrepreneur Awards, celebrating women making a significant impact across the agricultural value chain in KwaZulu-Natal. The awards ceremony took…
