Operation Sukuma Sakhe Strengthens KwaZulu-Natal’s Fight Against Foot-and-Mouth Disease
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is intensifying efforts to protect livestock as part of a province-wide response to Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD). As part of Operation Sukuma Sakhe,…
Mbenge Community Villagers Rejoice as MEC Kontsiwe Delivers a Shearing Shed and Handling Facilities
Mbenge village in the Sakhisizwe Local Municipality under the Chris Hani District Municipality was filled with excitement as community members welcomed the delivery of a new multipurpose shearing shed and…
ECRDA Strategic Talks Aim to Strengthen Support for Eastern Cape Farmers
The Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture is engaging with the Eastern Cape Rural Development Agency (ECRDA) on several strategic issues that could influence agricultural support and rural development across the…
Portfolio Committee Reviews Agricultural Projects and Government Support in Mookgophong
The Portfolio Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development has conducted an oversight visit to Mookgophong in Limpopo’s Waterberg District to assess the progress of agricultural projects supported by the Limpopo…
How ARC-VIMP’s Hydroponics Research Is Helping Farmers Grow More Vegetables With Less Water
Water is one of the most important resources in agriculture, and finding ways to grow more vegetables with less water is becoming increasingly important for farmers and food producers. At…
Limpopo Government Strengthens Agriculture in Fetakgomo-Tubatse Through Major Input Handover
The Limpopo Provincial Government has strengthened its commitment to rural development and agricultural growth by distributing critical agricultural production inputs to local farmers at Ga-Riba Mošate in the Fetakgomo-Tubatse Local…
Day 2 of DDM Service Delivery Week Brings FMD Vaccination Drive to Ga-Kwete
Day 2 of the District Development Model Service Delivery Week for the Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development began in the early hours of today at Ga-Kwete with a…
William Hleza Expands Rabbit Farming Project Through Masibuyele Esibayeni Programme
Mr William Hleza from Tjakastad in the Chief Albert Luthuli Municipality is celebrating a major boost to his agricultural ambitions after his Hleza Farming project received rabbits through the Masibuyele…
North West to Roll Out FMD Booster Vaccinations in September 2026 as Cases Reach 481
The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is preparing to launch a booster vaccination campaign against Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) in September 2026 as the province steps up efforts…
Govan Mbeki Farmers Receive Key Training on Disaster Management, Grazing and Animal Health
Farmers from across the Govan Mbeki Local Municipality gathered at the community hall in Embalenhle for an important agricultural capacity-building session hosted by the local office of the Department of…
North West MEC Madoda Sambatha Opens State-of-the-Art Vegetable Packhouse in Bloemhof
North West MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Madoda Sambatha, officially opened and handed over a state-of-the-art vegetable packhouse at Mor Farming’s Matlabane Stad Farm just outside Bloemhof in the…
KwaZulu-Natal Agriculture Department Steps Up Support for Farmers as Animal Health Remains a Priority
KwaZulu-Natal farmers are facing continued pressure from animal diseases, limited resources and the need to maintain productive and sustainable farming operations. These challenges were among the key issues discussed when…
