MEC Elzabe Rockman Engages Xhariep Farmers on Challenges Facing Agriculture and Rural Livelihoods
On 22 August, Free State MEC for Agriculture, Rural Development and Environmental Affairs Ms Elzabe Rockman strengthened engagement with farmers through a direct roundtable discussion focused on the challenges affecting…
Gert Sibande Smallholder Pig Farmers Gain Practical Skills Through Intensive Piggery Management Training
About 30 smallholder pig farmers from municipalities across Gert Sibande District have completed an accredited five-day Piggery Management training programme in Ermelo aimed at strengthening their technical knowledge and improving…
Vhembe Women Entrepreneurs Celebrated for Resilience and Agricultural Success at 2026 Awards
Women entrepreneurs in Vhembe District were celebrated for their resilience, innovation and contribution to agriculture and the local economy during the 2026 Vhembe District Women Entrepreneur Awards. Held at Ngewnani…
Minister Willie Aucamp Opens 13th Citrus Research Symposium as Industry Focuses on Innovation and Growth
Minister Willie Aucamp officially opened the 13th Citrus Research Symposium today, bringing together producers, researchers, technical specialists and industry leaders from across Southern Africa's citrus value chain. The symposium provides…
South Africa Crowned Worldโs No. 1 Citrus Exporter After Record 2025 Season
South Africa has claimed the position of the worldโs largest citrus exporter by volume after recording an exceptional export season in 2025. The country overtook Spain after South African growers…
Farmers Day in Schweizer-Reneke Equips Local Farmers With Practical Knowledge and Skills
The 21 August Farmers Day at AA Queen of Chicken in Schweizer-Reneke brought farmers together for a valuable day of learning, practical demonstrations and meaningful engagement. Organised by the North…
From GDARD Support to Commercial Success: How Betty Mthumbu Nyambi Built a Thriving Pig Farming Enterprise
Agricultural officials and Chief State Veterinarian Dr. Nadia Jordaan recently visited Sincobile Trading and Agriculture (Pty) Ltd in Bronkhorstspruit, highlighting the progress of a farming enterprise that has grown from…
Minister Willie Aucamp Puts Leadership at the Centre of Citrus Research and Innovation
Minister Willie Aucamp has placed leadership, research and innovation at the centre of efforts to strengthen the Southern African citrus industry. Delivering the keynote address at the 13th Citrus Research…
Agri SA and Grain SA Explore New Opportunities for Agricultural Trade With China
Agri SA and Grain SA are strengthening discussions around agricultural trade and investment between South Africa and China following a productive engagement with the Economic and Commercial Counsellor of the…
New Animal Handling Facility Handed Over to Farmers in Mbaula Village
Farmers in Mbaula Village are set to benefit from improved livestock management infrastructure following the official handover of a newly completed, state-of-the-art Animal Handling Facility. The facility represents an important…
Dr Emily Mogajane Honoured With Lifetime Achievement Award for Transforming Veterinary Medicine and Animal Health
Dr Emily Mogajane, Chair of the National Foot and Mouth Disease Command Council, has been honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Southern African Society for Veterinary Epidemiology…
Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture Commended for Investing in Rural Farmers and Expanding Export Opportunities
The Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture has been commended for its investment in rural farmers and its efforts to strengthen their participation in agricultural value chains. The recognition came during…
