How Rainbow Chicken Became South Africa’s Feathered Food Giant
When you bite into a perfectly crumbed Rainbow chicken drumstick, you’re not just enjoying a meal—you’re tasting over six decades of South African history, innovation, and dedication. From a Rainbow…
The Role of Genomic Testing in Modern South African Cattle Farming
Genomic testing is transforming cattle farming in South Africa by providing farmers with detailed insights into the genetic potential of their herds. This technology allows producers to identify animals with…
International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026 Highlights Women’s Role in Agriculture
The United Nations has officially designated 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer, placing global attention on the critical role women play in agriculture and the urgent need…
Gauteng Zero Hunger Campaign Uses Hydro Growboxes to Drive Household Food Production
The Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (GDARD) has resumed the rollout of its Zero Hunger campaign, focusing on practical solutions that enable households to produce their own food.…
Managing Disease Outbreaks During Drought Conditions
Drought conditions increase the vulnerability of livestock to disease, making proactive management critical for farmers. Limited water and poor-quality grazing can weaken animals’ immunity, leaving them more susceptible to infections…
Protect Your Herd from Foot and Mouth Disease with the 2026 Vaccination Programme
Livestock farmers across South Africa are encouraged to take immediate action to protect their herds from Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) as the 2026 vaccination programme is now open. FMD…
ARC Hosts Farmers’ Day at Loskop Research Station to Advance Sustainable Agriculture
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC), in partnership with the Department of Agriculture, recently hosted a successful Farmers’ Day at the ARC-VIMP Loskop Research Station in Groblersdal, creating a dynamic platform…
FMD Awareness Week Launched in Dr Kenneth Kaunda District to Protect Livestock
The Veterinary Directorate has launched a dedicated Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) Awareness Week following the declaration of FMD as a national disaster by President Cyril Ramaphosa. The campaign aims…
Export Requirements for South African Beef Farmers
South African beef farmers seeking to enter international markets must comply with strict export requirements to ensure the safety, quality, and traceability of their products. Compliance begins with adherence to…
How to Prevent Overgrazing in Communal and Commercial Farms
Overgrazing remains one of the biggest threats to livestock productivity in South Africa. It reduces grass cover, weakens soil structure, and lowers the long term carrying capacity of your land.…
Eastern Cape Allocates R55 Million in Emergency Funding to Combat Foot-and-Mouth Disease
The Eastern Cape Provincial Government has approved R55 million in emergency funding to respond to the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) across the province. The outbreak was classified as a…
Mpumalanga Drives Awareness on Invasive Plants and Foot and Mouth Disease in Steve Tshwete Municipality
The Mpumalanga Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs joined forces with the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment to host an awareness campaign focused on the…
