Why Wheat Remains Vital to South Africa’s Food Security and Economy
Wheat is deeply connected to everyday life in South Africa, appearing in many of the foods consumed by households across the country. Around 96% of South African households consume wheat-based…
Land Bank Policy Dialogue Highlights Regional Integration as Key to Agricultural Growth
Land Bank has reinforced the importance of regional integration, coordinated financing and stronger partnerships in building a more resilient agricultural sector across Southern Africa. The institution hosted a Policy Dialogue…
National Plant Health Regulations Move Closer to Implementation After Paarl Consultation
South Africa has taken another important step towards strengthening plant health and agricultural biosecurity after the National Department of Agriculture, through the National Plant Protection Organisation of South Africa (NPPOZA),…
Protecting Livestock Through Stronger National Disease Surveillance
Protecting livestock from disease requires accurate information, early detection and coordinated action across the agricultural sector. Reliable livestock disease surveillance helps authorities understand where diseases occur, how they spread and…
Mpumalanga Strengthens Tomato Production Through Disease Mapping and Farmer Training
The Mpumalanga Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs (DARDLEA) has partnered with the University of Mpumalanga to strengthen tomato production through a two-day Provincial Tomato Disease Mapping…
Departmental Management Committee Meeting Strengthens Focus on Agricultural Service Delivery
The Department has reaffirmed its commitment to improving agricultural service delivery and strengthening support for farmers and agricultural communities across the province following a Departmental Management Committee (DMC) meeting held…
Mountain View Farm Livestock Information Day Brings Eastern Cape Farmers Together
Mountain View Farm in Elliot, Eastern Cape, became a meeting point for farmers and livestock industry stakeholders on 2 September 2026, as the Mountain View Farm Livestock Information Day focused…
Katlego Kubedi: From the Ashes to a Farming Success Story That Inspires Others
Ten years ago, Katlego Kubedi stood among the ashes of the shack that had been set alight by her ex-husband and faced a future filled with uncertainty. Instead of allowing…
AFMA Forum 2026 Opens at Sun City as Animal Feed Industry Focuses on Food Security
The Animal Feed Manufacturers Association Forum 2026 gets underway today, 8 September, at Sun City, bringing leaders and stakeholders from across South Africa's animal feed and agricultural value chain together…
Agri SA and Agriculture Gauteng Call for Greater Unity as Farmers Face Rising Pressures
South African farmers are facing a growing combination of challenges that is putting pressure on farm profitability, productivity and long-term sustainability. Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), rising input costs and increasing labour…
Limpopo Strengthens FMD Fight as 700 Cattle Are Vaccinated at Zebediela Citrus
Limpopo is stepping up efforts to contain Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) as government works with farmers and local agricultural stakeholders to protect livestock and strengthen rural economic activity. Limpopo…
South Africa Moves Closer to Stronger Plant Health Regulations After Final National Consultation
South Africa is moving closer to strengthening its national plant health and phytosanitary framework as the National Department of Agriculture concludes the final consultation process for new regulations under the…
