Eastern Cape Agricultural Show Brings Farmers Together to Promote Growth in the Sarah Baartman District
The Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Show in the Sarah Baartman District, held on 10 July 2026, provided an important platform for celebrating agriculture, strengthening partnerships and promoting rural development in…
Free State Youth Dialogue Empowers Young Farmers Through Leadership, Funding Awareness and Moral Regeneration
The Free State Department of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environmental Affairs (DARDEA), through its Special Programmes Unit under the Moral Regeneration Movement (MRM), hosted an empowering youth dialogue on 10…
An Introduction to Commercial Forestry in South Africa
Commercial forestry plays a vital role in South Africa's agricultural and industrial economy, supplying raw materials that support industries ranging from construction and furniture manufacturing to paper, packaging and renewable…
KwaZulu-Natal Declares 2026 the Year of the Youth to Empower the Next Generation of Farmers
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is placing young people at the center of agricultural development after declaring 2026 the Year of the Youth. Led by Hon. MEC…
National Plant Pest Outbreak Simulation Strengthens South Africa’s Agricultural Biosecurity Preparedness
Plant pests and diseases remain one of the greatest threats to agriculture around the world, and South Africa is no exception. Outbreaks can spread rapidly across farming regions, reducing crop…
LDARD Hosts COIDA Awareness Workshop to Strengthen Labour Compliance and Worker Protection in Limpopo’s Agricultural Sector
The Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (LDARD), in partnership with the Department of Employment and Labour and the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development, recently hosted…
Innovative Water Storage Solutions for Farmers in South Africa
Water has become one of the most valuable resources for agriculture in South Africa. Unpredictable rainfall, recurring droughts and rising temperatures have made reliable water storage essential for farmers of…
An Introduction to Tobacco Farming in South Africa
Tobacco farming has played an important role in South Africa's agricultural sector for many decades, providing income for commercial and small-scale farmers while contributing to rural economies. Although the industry…
Minister Gwede Mantashe Hands Over R8 Million Livestock and Bee Farming Projects to Bapo Ba Mogale Community
The Bapo Ba Mogale Community has received a significant boost to its agricultural and economic development following the official handover of two Social and Labour Plan (SLP) projects by the…
Farmers Urged to Prepare for Fire Season at Veld Fire Capacity Building Workshop in Middelburg
As the fire season approaches, farmers are being reminded that preventing veld fires is one of the most important responsibilities in protecting agricultural livelihoods and rural communities. Uncontrolled fires can…
Eastern Cape Hands Over New Mangathi Dip Tank to Strengthen Livestock Farming in Mbhashe
Livestock farmers in Mbhashe have received a major boost following the official handover of the newly constructed Mangathi Dip Tank in Ward 09 by the Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture.…
Starting an Olive Grove in South Africa
Starting an olive grove in South Africa presents an exciting opportunity for aspiring farmers and agricultural investors looking to enter a growing industry with strong long-term potential. As consumer demand…
