Essential Planting Tips for Beginners: A Guide to Starting Your Farm
Embarking on the journey of starting your own farm is an exciting and rewarding endeavor. Whether you're cultivating vegetables, fruits, or herbs, understanding the basics of planting is essential for…
Optimizing Animal Welfare: Practical Tips for Ethical Farming Practices
Ethical farming practices prioritize the well-being of animals, recognizing that the health and happiness of livestock contribute not only to the animals' quality of life but also to the overall…
The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development South Africa Celebrates the Resumption of Avocado Exports to Japan
In a significant development for South Africa's agricultural sector, the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) has officially announced the lifting of the ban on the export…
Cultivating Hope: Woolworths Trust and ForAfrika’s Mangaung Food Security Programme
In a powerful collaboration aimed at fostering a sustainable and nourished community, The Woolworths Trust and ForAfrika have joined forces to launch the Mangaung Food Security Programme. Operating in the…
MEC Ivan Meyer condemns senseless attacks on our producers and Agri workers
Western Cape MEC of Agriculture, Dr Ivan Meyer, has condemned the killing of a farmer, Mr Willem van der Westhuizen, and the assault on his wife, Christine, in an attack…
Eastern Cape MEC Nonkqubela Pieters hands over Nguni cattle bulls to farmers
Farmers were overwhelmed with joy and hope when the Eastern Cape MEC for Rural Development and Agrarian Reform Nonkqubela handed over 17 Nguni Cattle bulls, saying the bulls will improve…
Minister Didiza has taken concern of the restrictions on imports which have been extended by the Botswana Government
Minister Didiza’s concern is about the negative impact this will have on bilateral trade between the two countries. The minister will seek an urgent meeting with her Botswana’s counterpart in…
Cultivating Justice and Equality: Unveiling the Growing Food for Life Initiative by the Foundation for Human Rights
In a resolute step towards fostering a society deeply rooted in justice and equality, the Foundation for Human Rights (FHR) proudly introduces the Growing Food for Life initiative. Partnering with…
Agriculture shows some stealth following a 4% y/y jump in Q3 2023 export earnings
The latest trade data update from Trade Map shows another impressive performance from the agriculture sector with the value of export earnings jumping by 4% year-on-year (y/y) to US$3.9 billion.…
A renewed uptick in food inflation as fruit and vegetable prices surged in October 2023
South Africa’s headline inflation quickened more than expectations and edged closer to the upper end of the SARB’s target range of 3% to 6%, coming in 5.9% year-on-year 9y/y) in…
Husqvarna’s Versatile TF 545DE Diesel Tiller – The Small Farmer’s “Swiss Army Knife” Solution
For small farmers, keeping production costs as low as possible isn’t just a financial strategy, it’s a survival tactic. With profit margins that are often as narrow as a furrow,…
South Africa’s Record-Breaking Canola Harvest Expected to Exceed 220,000 Tons
As the annual canola harvest begins to wind down across various regions in South Africa, Southern Oil (SOILL) anticipates an impressive total yield of over 220,000* tons of canola seeds,…
