Farm Owner and 15 Undocumented Workers Arrested During Immigration Compliance Operation in Limpopo
A 48-year-old farm owner and 15 undocumented foreign nationals have been arrested following an immigration compliance operation conducted by the South African Police Service (SAPS) at a farm in Trichardsdal,…
North West Farmer Fined R250,000 After Immigration Compliance Operation
A farm owner in North West has been fined R250,000 after authorities uncovered the alleged employment of undocumented foreign nationals during a multi-agency compliance operation in the Vorstershoop area. The…
Establishing Forage and Pastures for Livestock in South Africa
Livestock farming in South Africa depends heavily on reliable forage and pasture systems that can support animals throughout the year. South Africa has highly variable climates, which means grazing conditions…
North West Agriculture Budget Targets R424.1 Million to Boost Farmer Support, Agro-Processing and Rural Growth
The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has committed R424.1 million to farmer support and development in the 2026/27 financial year, marking a major push to strengthen agricultural…
Useful ICT and Agricultural Media Tools for Farmers in South Africa
South African farmers face pressure from changing weather patterns, rising input costs and tighter food supply chains. ICT and agricultural media tools help farmers respond faster, plan better and reduce…
Eastern Cape Rural Development Agency Advances Mbizana RED Hub Revival Through Stakeholder Engagement
On 26 June 2026, the Eastern Cape Rural Development Agency (ECRDA) continued its structured stakeholder engagement programme as preparations intensified to fully restore operations at the Mbizana RED Hub in…
How to Choose the Right Seeds and Seedlings in South Africa
Choosing the right seeds and seedlings in South Africa plays a major role in determining how successful your farming or gardening efforts will be. The country has a wide range…
MEC Lebogang Motlhaping Leads Farmer Engagement in Khâi-Ma to Strengthen Agricultural Support in the Northern Cape
The MEC for Agriculture, Environmental Affairs, Rural Development and Land Reform, Mr Lebogang Motlhaping, together with Head of Department Mr Monakali and the Executive Mayor of Khâi-Ma Local Municipality, Councillor…
The DARDLEA Exhibition Team Showcases Agricultural Innovation at Provincial Legislature Public Hearing in Steve Tshwete
The Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs (DARDLEA) once again demonstrated its commitment to strengthening community engagement and promoting sustainable agricultural development during the Provincial Legislature's Pre-Taking…
MEC Nakedi Grace Kekana Drives Grassroots Agricultural Transformation in Ba-Phalaborwa Engagement
The Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, led by MEC Ms Nakedi Grace Kekana, has intensified its push for rural transformation through direct community engagement in Selwane Tribal Authority…
Best Practices for Grain Storage and Handling in South Africa
Grain storage and handling play a vital role in the success of South Africa's agricultural sector. Whether farmers produce maize, wheat, soybeans, sunflower or sorghum, protecting harvested grain is just…
Selecting the Right Implements for Your Tractor in South Africa
Choosing the right tractor implements plays a major role in how productive and efficient your farm becomes in South Africa. A tractor on its own cannot deliver full value unless…
