Farmers Market Day Strengthens Market Access In Schweizer Reneke
The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has a mandate to help farmers gain access to reliable markets. This work sits under the sub directorate Marketing and Trade. To support…
How Farmers Can Transform Rye into Premium Flour and Baked Goods in South Africa
Rye is gaining traction in South Africa as both a nutritious grain and a versatile ingredient for premium baked products. Farmers can turn their rye harvest into high-value flour and…
How Farmers Can Turn Fresh Herbs into Export-Ready Packaged Products in South Africa
South Africa has ideal conditions for growing a wide range of fresh herbs, including basil, parsley, coriander, thyme, rosemary and mint. Farmers can significantly increase income by processing these herbs…
South African Cheesemakers Shine at 2025 World Cheese Awards
South Africa’s cheesemakers made a remarkable mark at the 2025 World Cheese Awards in Switzerland, earning praise from Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen for their dedication and skill. The international…
Banana Farmers In KwaZulu Natal Receive Training To Fight Banana Bunchy Top Virus
The Agricultural Research Council Plant Health and Protection and Tropical and Subtropical Crops worked with the National Department of Agriculture, the KwaZulu Natal Department of Agriculture, and the Bhethani community…
How Farmers Can Turn Turmeric into Powder and Health Products in South Africa
Turmeric cultivation in South Africa is gaining attention for its high market value and health benefits. Farmers can increase income and reduce post-harvest losses by processing turmeric into powder and…
How Farmers Can Turn Bananas into Chips, Flour and Desserts in South Africa
The banana sector in South Africa offers strong opportunities for value addition. Many farmers lose income when ripe fruit spoils before reaching the market. Processing bananas into chips, flour and…
How Farmers Can Turn Groundnuts into Butter, Snacks and Oil in South Africa
Groundnuts are a versatile crop in South Africa, offering farmers multiple opportunities to add value beyond selling raw nuts. By processing groundnuts into butter, snacks, and oil, producers can increase…
South African Canegrowers Warn About Rising Sugar Imports and the Risk to Rural Jobs
Rising sugar imports are placing intense pressure on South Africa’s sugar industry. South African Canegrowers has warned that rural jobs and local production face serious risk as foreign sugar continues…
KwaZulu-Natal MEC Urges Farmers to Join Cooperatives for Better Market Access
KwaZulu-Natal MEC for the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Thembeni kaMadlopha-Mthethwa, has called on farmers to actively participate in cooperatives to strengthen their bargaining power and secure better prices…
How Farmers Can Turn Onions into Flakes, Pastes and Gourmet Snacks in South Africa
South Africa produces large volumes of onions each year, presenting farmers with opportunities to add value through processing. Transforming onions into flakes, pastes, and gourmet snacks allows producers to reduce…
Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture Supports Nomzamo Special School with Vegetables and Trees
In celebration of Disability Month, the Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture donated vegetable seedlings, gardening tools, and indigenous trees to Nomzamo Special School. The initiative aims to promote food security,…
