North West Department of Agriculture Reaches Major Milestone with Over One Million Animals Vaccinated Against Foot-and-Mouth Disease
The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has reached a significant milestone in its efforts to protect the province's livestock industry by vaccinating more than one million animals…
MEC Elzabe Rockman Engages Commonage Farmers in Jacobsdal to Strengthen Agricultural Development
The Free State MEC for Agriculture, Rural Development and Environmental Affairs, Elzabe Rockman, has reaffirmed the provincial government's commitment to supporting commonage farmers through direct engagement and collaboration with local…
Meet Eastern Cape Farmer, Headman Manyonta Owner of the 45-hectare Oakdene Citrus Farm Putting South African Citrus on the Global Stage
Eastern Cape citrus farmers continue to play an important role in strengthening South Africa’s reputation as a leading supplier of premium citrus to international markets. Among the producers driving this…
Hydroponic Fodder Technology Helps South African Smallholder Farmers Produce Nutritious Livestock Feed Year Round
South African smallholder farmers are gaining access to an innovative farming solution that could improve livestock production while addressing the challenges of water scarcity and limited grazing land. Researchers from…
MEC Madoda Sambatha Visits Morwa Mosadi Agricultural Project to Strengthen Emerging Farming and Food Security
The North West MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Madoda Sambatha, has reaffirmed the provincial government's commitment to supporting emerging farmers through a visit to the Morwa Mosadi Agricultural Project…
National Department of Agriculture Hosts Scientific Workshop to Strengthen International Plant Health Standards
South Africa continues to play an active role in protecting agriculture and supporting global food security through its participation in the development of international plant health standards. Today, the National…
KwaZulu-Natal Strengthens Livestock Health Through Dip Tank Support and Foot-and-Mouth Disease Vaccination Drive
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is strengthening livestock health protection through continued support for the province’s 2 286 dip tanks and an ongoing mass vaccination campaign against…
Free State Annual Game Auction Showcases Wildlife Conservation and Agricultural Collaboration
The Department of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environmental Affairs successfully hosted its annual game auction at the Willem Pretorius Game Reserve, located approximately 30 kilometers from Ventersburg. The event brought…
Limpopo Agriculture Department Strengthens Disaster Preparedness for Farmers Through Mopani Awareness Campaign
The Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (LDARD) continues to strengthen disaster preparedness among farming communities through targeted awareness campaigns aimed at protecting lives, livestock and agricultural production. On…
North West Agriculture Department and National Government Strengthen Farmer Support Through CASP Funding Talks
The North West Province has taken another important step toward strengthening agricultural development following a strategic engagement between senior provincial and national government leaders. The Head of Department, Dr. Hans…
Minister Willie Aucamp Celebrates South African Sheep Farming Excellence at Lamb Champs 2026
South Africa's sheep farming industry received well deserved recognition as Minister of Agriculture Willie Aucamp joined farmers at Lamb Champs 2026 in Groenkloof, Pretoria, on 25 July 2026. The annual…
Minister Willie Aucamp Launches Self Vaccination Portal to Help Farmers Fight Foot and Mouth Disease
South Africa has taken another significant step in its fight against Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) with the launch of a new online self vaccination application portal for livestock owners.…
