Minister Steenhuisen Announces Arrival of One Million FMD Vaccine Doses from Argentina
Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen has confirmed that the first batch of one million high potency Foot and Mouth Disease vaccine doses from Biogénesis Bagó in Argentina will arrive in…
Afrikaner Cattle: History, Strengths and Modern Relevance
Afrikaner cattle are one of South Africa’s oldest and most iconic indigenous breeds, with a history that dates back centuries. Originating from the Khoikhoi people, these cattle were selectively bred…
Land Bank Appoints Jabu Mphambo As Acting Chief Executive Officer
The Board of Directors of Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa (Land Bank) has announced the resignation of Chief Executive Officer, Themba Rikhotso, effective 9 February 2026. In a move aimed…
“Eskom 3” Farmers Granted Bail in Randfontein Electricity Theft Case
Four accused — three farmers and an employee of Eskom — have been granted bail in connection with an alleged electricity theft case currently before the Randfontein Magistrate Court. Johan Niemand, who handed…
MEC Connects with Farmers at Western District Agricultural Show, Showcasing Crops, Livestock and Empowerment Programs
The Western District Agricultural Show, held at the Port Elizabeth Fresh Produce Market, brought together farmers, entrepreneurs, and community members to celebrate agriculture and empowerment. The event also featured a…
How Climate Change Is Increasing Disease Risk in South African Livestock
Climate change is creating new challenges for livestock farming in South Africa, directly increasing the risk of diseases that affect cattle, sheep, goats, and other farm animals. Rising temperatures, unpredictable…
National and Free State Agriculture Departments Host Workshop on Preservation and Development of Agricultural Land Act
The National Department of Agriculture, together with the Free State Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, hosted a two-day workshop on the Preservation and Development of Agricultural Land Act at…
Moalosi Duncan Serapelwane: Building a Generational Bonsmara Stud Legacy in North West
Moalosi Duncan Serapelwane is a Black South African Bonsmara stud breeder who has spent more than two decades building a respected cattle breeding operation in the North West province. He…
Integrated Farming Systems: Combining Crops, Livestock and Agroforestry on 50–100 Hectares
Integrated farming systems (IFS) combine crop production, livestock rearing, and agroforestry to maximise productivity, improve sustainability, and reduce risks on farms ranging from 50 to 100 hectares. By diversifying activities,…
Sizo Tshabalala Reveals How Start-Up Farmers Can Access Funding and Grow Their Businesses
Entrepreneurs starting agricultural businesses often face one major hurdle: accessing funding. Many start-ups struggle because they do not understand the processes of compliance and formalization required to secure financial support.…
Land Care Awareness Workshop Strengthens Sustainable Agriculture in Delmas
Farmers from both livestock and crop sectors gathered at Simon Gondwe Sport Center in Botlengo, Delmas, for a comprehensive Land Care Awareness workshop focused on sustainable agricultural practices. The event…
National Disaster Declared Over Foot and Mouth Disease Outbreak in South Africa
South Africa has officially classified the ongoing foot and mouth disease outbreak as a national disaster in terms of Section 23 of the Disaster Management Act, Act No. 57 of…
