Managing Disease Outbreaks During Drought Conditions
Drought conditions increase the vulnerability of livestock to disease, making proactive management critical for farmers. Limited water and poor-quality grazing can weaken animals’ immunity, leaving them more susceptible to infections…
Protect Your Herd from Foot and Mouth Disease with the 2026 Vaccination Programme
Livestock farmers across South Africa are encouraged to take immediate action to protect their herds from Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) as the 2026 vaccination programme is now open. FMD…
ARC Hosts Farmers’ Day at Loskop Research Station to Advance Sustainable Agriculture
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC), in partnership with the Department of Agriculture, recently hosted a successful Farmers’ Day at the ARC-VIMP Loskop Research Station in Groblersdal, creating a dynamic platform…
FMD Awareness Week Launched in Dr Kenneth Kaunda District to Protect Livestock
The Veterinary Directorate has launched a dedicated Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) Awareness Week following the declaration of FMD as a national disaster by President Cyril Ramaphosa. The campaign aims…
Export Requirements for South African Beef Farmers
South African beef farmers seeking to enter international markets must comply with strict export requirements to ensure the safety, quality, and traceability of their products. Compliance begins with adherence to…
How to Prevent Overgrazing in Communal and Commercial Farms
Overgrazing remains one of the biggest threats to livestock productivity in South Africa. It reduces grass cover, weakens soil structure, and lowers the long term carrying capacity of your land.…
Eastern Cape Allocates R55 Million in Emergency Funding to Combat Foot-and-Mouth Disease
The Eastern Cape Provincial Government has approved R55 million in emergency funding to respond to the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) across the province. The outbreak was classified as a…
Mpumalanga Drives Awareness on Invasive Plants and Foot and Mouth Disease in Steve Tshwete Municipality
The Mpumalanga Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs joined forces with the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment to host an awareness campaign focused on the…
Gauteng Department of Agriculture Hosts Foot and Mouth Disease Awareness Day in Cullinan
The Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development held a Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) Awareness Day in Cullinan on 21 February 2026 to educate farmers, stakeholders, and communities on…
Inbreeding vs Linebreeding: Risks and Rewards for Local Herds
South African livestock farmers face constant pressure to improve herd quality while maintaining adaptability to local conditions. You need animals that reproduce efficiently, grow consistently, and handle environmental stress without…
North West Province Reports 138 Foot and Mouth Disease Cases, Strengthens Vaccination and Control Measures
The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has confirmed 138 cases of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in the province as of 19 February 2026. Of these, 135…
Young Piggery Farmers Receive NQF Level 3 Training to Boost Productivity and Market Access
Young piggery farmers from seven municipalities in the Gert Sibande District gathered in Ermelo for an accredited Pig Management Training session designed to improve productivity and open market opportunities. The…
