How Farmers Can Turn Macadamias Into Oil, Snacks and Baking Products in South Africa
South Africa produces large volumes of macadamias and many farmers still sell raw nuts at low margins. You can improve your income when you process your harvest into oil, snacks…
7 Key Takeaways from the 2024 Agricultural Survey (P1101)
South Africa’s agriculture and related services industry delivered strong numbers in 2024. The latest Agricultural Survey (P1101) reveals growth in income, rising employment, and increasing costs across the sector. Here…
How Farmers Can Turn Beans into Flour, Snacks and Ready-to-Cook Products in South Africa
Beans are a staple crop in South Africa, valued for their nutritional content and versatility. Farmers can increase profitability by processing beans into flour, snacks, and ready-to-cook products. These value-added…
Land Bank Hosts Farmer’s Day to Strengthen Agricultural Growth in Cradock
Land Bank, working with the Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture and the Inxuba Yethemba Municipality, hosted a Farmer’s Day at Cradock Hall. The event brought local farmers, partners and stakeholders…
South Africa’s Wine Industry Earns Global Recognition
Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen celebrated the strong performance of the South African wine industry after six local vineyards earned places on the World’s 50 Best Vineyard 2025 Awards top…
SADC Advances Climate-Smart Agriculture through Regional Training Workshop
The Stakeholder Engagement and Validation workshop concluded with a panel session focused on developing regional training for Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) and Natural Resource Management across the Southern African Development Community…
How Farmers Can Turn Tomatoes into Sauces, Pastes and Sun-Dried Snacks in South Africa
Tomatoes are a versatile crop with high demand in South Africa, both fresh and processed. Farmers can increase profitability by transforming their harvest into value-added products such as sauces, pastes,…
Fezile Dabi Women in Agriculture Celebrated at Viljoenskroon Harvest Day
DARD MEC Elzabe “Mmabatho” Rockman delivered the keynote address at Fezile Dabi WARD Harvest Day held at Mos M Farms in Viljoenskroon, owned by Me Mosele Lepheane. MEC Rockman visited…
Portfolio Committee Advances Land Reform Oversight in Limpopo
The Portfolio Committee on Land Reform and Rural Development continued its oversight work in Limpopo yesterday with visits to Marobala o Itsose CPA and Mashemong A Molemole farm. The visits…
Strengthening Agricultural Land Protection through PDALA Regulation Workshop
The Preservation and Development of Agricultural Land Act, Act 39 of 2024, Regulation Workshop ended yesterday. The conclusion marked a key point in the effort to improve how South Africa…
Managing Weeds Without Glyphosate: Alternative Herbicides for South African Farmers
South African farmers are increasingly seeking alternatives to glyphosate, one of the most widely used herbicides, due to environmental concerns, regulatory scrutiny, and growing public awareness of chemical residues. Effective…
How to Test Your Soil pH at Home with Basic Kitchen Items
Soil pH is a critical factor for healthy plant growth, affecting nutrient availability and overall crop performance. While professional soil testing kits are ideal, you can assess your soil’s acidity…
