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…
How Mashoto Ramafalo is Using Innovation to Transform Agriculture
Agriculture is evolving beyond traditional farming, with young entrepreneurs using technology, innovation and business skills to build sustainable farming enterprises. For Mashoto Ramafalo, the journey into agriculture began with a childhood…
South Africa’s Lemon Season Surges as CGA Raises Export Forecast to 49.4 Million Cartons
South Africa’s citrus industry is heading into a stronger-than-expected lemon export season after the Citrus Growers’ Association of Southern Africa (CGA) increased its production forecast from 45.8 million 15 kg…
Farming Cooperatives in Limpopo Gain Momentum Through Government Support and Market Access Initiatives
Limpopo’s farming sector is seeing renewed energy as cooperatives receive stronger institutional support aimed at improving productivity, market access and long term sustainability. The Limpopo Economic Development Agency (LEDA), together…
Foot-and-Mouth Disease Reform Brings New National Control Framework for South African Livestock Sector
South Africa’s livestock industry is set for a major shift after Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen approved new national Foot-and-Mouth Disease control measures designed to simplify outbreak management and reduce…
Sustainable Management of Rangeland and Veld in South Africa
Rangelands and natural veld form the backbone of livestock farming in South Africa, supporting cattle, sheep and goat production across vast rural landscapes. These grazing areas are essential for food…
Driving Youth Empowerment Through Smart Farming and Innovation in Mpumalanga
The Mpumalanga Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs (DARDLEA) is strengthening its commitment to youth empowerment by promoting modern agriculture as a pathway to employment, entrepreneurship and…
Themba kaMadlopha-Mthethwa Urges Young Black Farmers to Transform KwaZulu-Natal’s Dairy Industry
The KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs. Thembeni kaMadlopha-Mthethwa, has challenged emerging black farmers to expand into the dairy industry, highlighting the need for greater black participation in…
Woodlands Farmers Respond Strongly as Foot and Mouth Disease Vaccination Drive Strengthens Livestock Protection Efforts
The Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccination drive held at Woodlands Dipping Tank recorded strong participation from local farmers who brought their cattle for vaccination in large numbers. The campaign…
