DARDLEA Youth Workshop Highlights Agriculture and Entrepreneurship Opportunities for the Next Generation
The Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs hosted a youth workshop at the KwaMhlanga Government Complex to help young people better understand opportunities within agriculture and rural…
Limpopo Landcare Programme Strengthens Livestock Production and Rural Livelihoods in Vhembe
The Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has highlighted the importance of sustainable land management and rural development during Landcare Day at Gidjamandeni Village in the Collins Chabane Local…
Gauteng Strengthens Red Meat Biosecurity and Foot and Mouth Disease Controls
The Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Veterinary Services has brought red meat producers, abattoir operators and industry leaders together for an intensive session focused on protecting the province’s…
South African Agriculture Takes Centre Stage at NAMPO Cape 2026 Wheat Industry Breakfast
South African agriculture took centre stage at NAMPO Cape 2026 as government, farmers and industry leaders gathered to discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping the country’s agricultural future. Minister Willie…
Western Cape Agriculture Builds Resilience Through Finance, Partnerships and Farmer Leadership
A powerful lunchtime conversation on the future of agriculture in the Western Cape brought together leaders from finance, industry and farming to examine the forces shaping one of the province’s…
Livestock Industry Looks Beyond FMD Crisis Towards Long-Term Resilience
The livestock industry is entering a new phase in its response to Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD), with producers and industry stakeholders recognising that the disease must now be managed as an…
Stanford in Bloom Returns with Chelsea Flowers Showcase Celebrating Fynbos and Overberg Agriculture
Stanford in Bloom and Chelsea Flowers in Stanford will return to the Overberg from 12 to 27 September 2026, bringing together floral artistry, horticulture, agriculture and local creativity for the…
Aphid Populations Build Up in Wheat and Barley Crops in the Overberg and Swartland
Aphid populations are building up in some wheat and barley fields in the Overberg and Swartland, prompting farmers to increase crop monitoring as the winter grain season progresses. Recent field…
MEC Elzabe Rockman Engages Zastron Commercial Farmers on Foot-and-Mouth Disease Control
Free State Department of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environmental Affairs MEC Elzabe Rockman has engaged commercial farmers in Zastron on efforts to strengthen Foot-and-Mouth Disease control and improve livestock management…
MEC Elzabe Rockman Steps Up Agricultural and Safety Engagements with Free State Farmers
Free State MEC for Agriculture, Rural Development and Environmental Affairs Elzabe Rockman is continuing with engagements and site visits across the province as the department works to address critical agricultural,…
Mopani West Career Expo Opens Agriculture Opportunities for School Learners
The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development in the Mopani West Agro-Ecological Zone (AEZ) is encouraging young people to consider agriculture as a viable career and livelihood opportunity. Led by…
MEC Elzabe Rockman Leads Mohokare Commonage Meeting on Livestock Management
MEC Elzabe Rockman facilitated a meeting between Mohokare Municipality and the Mohokare Commonage Management Committee in Zastron to address challenges affecting commonage management, livestock control and the safety of communities.…
