North West Vaccinates More Than 1.3 Million Animals in Fight Against Foot-and-Mouth Disease
The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD) has made significant progress in its efforts to control Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD), with more than 1.3 million livestock animals vaccinated…
South African Citrus Exports to India Gain Major Boost Through In-Transit Cold Treatment Approval
South Africa’s citrus industry has reached an important milestone after the Government of India officially approved in-transit cold treatment for citrus fruit originating from South Africa. The development follows years…
Thandokazi Khoza Builds a Women-Led Agricultural Enterprise in Dyamala Village
Women continue to play an increasingly important role in South Africa’s agricultural sector, creating businesses that contribute to food production, skills development, employment and local economic growth. Among them is…
Horticultural Tunnels at Oosrand School Are Growing Young Farmers and Strengthening Food Security
In the heart of Reiger Park, east of Johannesburg, two horticultural tunnels at Oosrand Commerce and Entrepreneurship School are doing far more than producing vegetables. Rows of spinach, cabbage, tomatoes,…
South African Citrus Exporters Gain Improved Market Access to India After Decade-Long Negotiations
South African citrus exporters are set to benefit from improved access to the Indian market following the approval of additional treatment options for fresh citrus fruit after nearly a decade…
ARC Research Helps Farmers Strengthen Livestock Disease Prevention in a Changing Climate
Livestock farmers are facing an increasingly complex animal health environment, making disease prevention and strong farm management more important than ever. The Agricultural Research Council is contributing to these discussions…
From Pollination to Market: How Science and Collaboration Are Strengthening South Africa’s Honey Value Chain
South Africa’s honey industry took centre stage as the University of Pretoria and the Academy of Science of South Africa’s Forum on Food Safety brought together researchers, government representatives, industry…
KwaZulu-Natal Declares Foot and Mouth Disease Enemy Number One as Vaccination Campaign Reaches 1.7 Million Cattle
KwaZulu-Natal is intensifying its fight against Foot and Mouth Disease as the provincial Department of Agriculture and Rural Development works to protect livestock, food security and the livelihoods of farming…
Farmer’s Commodities Information Day Strengthens Agricultural Skills in Thabo Mofutsanyana District
The Extension and Advisory Services in Thabo Mofutsanyana District hosted a Farmer’s Commodities Information Day yesterday at Driehoek Farm in Ladybrand, bringing farmers and agricultural stakeholders together to share knowledge…
Minister Willie Aucamp Engages Agricultural Leaders and Mega-Farmers in Modimolle, Limpopo
Minister Willie Aucamp engaged with agricultural leaders, mega-farmers and Sampada in Modimolle, Limpopo, yesterday as part of efforts to strengthen South Africa’s agricultural sector and expand opportunities across the value…
MEC Khethiwe Moeketsi Calls on Kwaggafontein Community to Protect Eggsellent By Lebo Chicken Layer Project
DARDLEA MEC Khethiwe Moeketsi has called on the Kwaggafontein community to protect and safeguard the infrastructure of the Eggsellent By Lebo Chicken Layer Project against vandalism and theft. The project…
Agriculture Found Me: How Dr Thiofhi Muthikhitha Turned a Farming Background Into a Thriving Macadamia Business
For Dr Thiofhi Muthikhitha, a successful career in agriculture began with the decision to walk away from a degree that many people would have considered a prestigious opportunity. Just two…
