North West Province Launches Foot and Mouth Disease Vaccination Campaign to Protect Livestock
The North West Province has officially begun the rollout of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccines, marking a decisive step in controlling the outbreak that has affected livestock across the…
How to Use Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services on Your Farm in South Africa
Biodiversity and ecosystem services are essential components of sustainable farming in South Africa, providing critical benefits that support productivity, resilience, and environmental health. Biodiversity refers to the variety of plants,…
EU Joins UK in Banning Botswana Beef Imports Following FMD Outbreak
Botswana’s beef industry has suffered a major setback after the European Union joined the United Kingdom in banning imports of fresh beef from the country. The decision follows an outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD)…
A Beginner’s Guide to Agribusinesses in South Africa for Emerging Farmers
Agribusiness plays a critical role in South Africa’s agricultural economy and offers significant opportunities for emerging farmers who want to move beyond subsistence farming and build profitable enterprises. Agriculture is…
Weather Risk App Engagement Advances Climate Smart Agriculture for South African Farmers
The Agricultural Research Council hosted a Weather Risk App Stakeholder Engagement on 6 March 2026 at the ARC Agricultural Engineering Campus in Pretoria. The event marked an important step toward…
Eastern Cape Accelerates Foot and Mouth Disease Vaccination as Over 63,000 Cattle Immunized in One Week
The Eastern Cape has intensified its fight against Foot and Mouth Disease after vaccinating more than 63,000 cattle within a single week. The rapid vaccination campaign began shortly after the…
International Women’s Day Celebrates Women in Agriculture in Maruleng
International Women’s Day was commemorated on 8 March 2026 at Enable Hall in Maruleng Local Municipality, highlighting the vital role of women in agriculture and rural economies. The event, led…
Indoor Farming Guide in South Africa
Indoor farming is rapidly gaining attention in South Africa as a method to grow fresh produce year-round while overcoming challenges posed by climate change, limited arable land, and water scarcity.…
Transforming Farming: Sustainable Regenerative Agriculture Event at Witpoort Farm
On 5 March 2026, the National Department of Agriculture, in partnership with the Provincial Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, hosted a Sustainable Regenerative Agriculture Production Systems event at Witpoort…
Grass Silage Workshops Empower Livestock Farmers in South Africa
Last week, Kgora Farmer Training Centre, in collaboration with the Animal Production Institute of the Agricultural Research Council, hosted a series of workshops focused on grass silage making. The initiative…
Biostimulants could play a bigger role in sustainable agriculture, but adoption barriers remain
Biostimulants are gaining global attention as agriculture looks for ways to improve crop resilience, nutrient efficiency and stability. However, while adoption is accelerating internationally, significant opportunities remain for wider use…
Foot and Mouth Disease Awareness Day and Vaccine Rollout in Marikana
The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, in partnership with Sibanye Stillwater, successfully hosted a Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) Awareness Day and Vaccine Rollout at a private farm in…
