How Farmers Can Turn Mangoes Into Juice, Jam And Dried Snacks In South Africa
Mangoes are a popular and versatile tropical fruit in South Africa. Beyond selling fresh fruit, farmers can increase their income by producing juice, jam, and dried snacks. Each product requires…
LDARD And LHCFA Conduct First Hemp Planting Demonstration In Province
The Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (LDARD), in collaboration with the Limpopo Hemp and Cannabis Farmers Association (LHCFA), conducted a landmark hemp planting demonstration at JoAnne Herbs Farm,…
KwaZulu-Natal Department of Agriculture Revitalises Agriculture in Zululand District
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, led by Hon. MEC Thembeni KaMadlopha-Mthethwa, has launched a major initiative to revive agricultural activity in the Zululand District. On 5 December…
How Farmers Can Turn Pecans Into Roasted and Packaged Snacks in South Africa
Pecans are a high-value nut crop with growing demand in South Africa. Beyond selling raw nuts, farmers can increase revenue by producing roasted and packaged snacks. This process requires basic…
Department of Agriculture Hosts SA-GAP Workshops to Empower Farmers
The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, through its Agricultural Economics Services Directorate, recently conducted a series of South African Good Agricultural Practices (SA-GAP) workshops across the province. The workshops…
Aphamo Boerdery Supports Emerging Farmers With Strategic Livestock Donation
Aphamo Boerdery has taken a significant step in empowering emerging farmers by donating two pregnant ewes and one ram to Realeboga Mangwegape, a committed bilateral-amputee goat farmer. The donation was…
MEC Vuyiswa Ramokgopa Oversight Week Visit To Ithembelihle Lsen School And Gdard Enterprises
MEC Vuyiswa Ramokgopa led an important week of oversight activities in Gauteng. The programme focused on food security, youth skills, and enterprise growth. Each visit showed how practical support helps…
How Farmers Can Turn Soybeans Into Oil, Flour And Snacks In South Africa
Soybeans give you steady income options. You can turn them into cooking oil, high protein flour, and simple snacks. Each product needs clear steps and practical equipment. This guide gives…
How Farmers Can Turn Cabbage into Sauerkraut and Fermented Products in South Africa
Cabbage is a staple vegetable in South Africa, offering farmers the opportunity to diversify income by transforming it into value-added products such as sauerkraut and other fermented foods. These products…
North West Hosts Goat Information Day to Strengthen Small-Stock Farming
Today, goat farmers, emerging producers, veterinarians, agri-experts, and industry stakeholders from across the North West gathered for Goat Information Day, a key event aimed at boosting the small-stock sector. The…
Simphiwe Fani: Turning Passion into a Thriving Farming Enterprise
Simphiwe Fani, 42, and his older brother Linda, 55, trace their love of farming back to childhood, growing up herding their father’s livestock. That early experience shaped Simphiwe’s future and…
The Future of Nguni Cattle Breeding
Until about 30 years ago, Nguni cattle bred naturally with limited human involvement. The animals adapted to their environments through natural selection. This continued until 1985, when the Nguni Cattle…
