John Steenhuisen Backs State of Disaster Declaration on FMD
Following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s 2026 State of the Nation Address, Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has thrown his full support behind the declaration of a National State of Disaster to combat…
KZN MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Thembeni kaMadlopha-Mthethwa Urges Young People to Consider Agriculture as Their Chosen Profession
The KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Thembeni kaMadlopha-Mthethwa, has called on post-matriculation students to seriously consider agriculture as a viable and rewarding career path. Addressing hundreds of students…
Weaning Strategies That Improve Weight Gain and Cow Recovery
Weaning is a critical stage in cattle production, affecting both the growth of calves and the recovery of cows after lactation. Proper weaning strategies can improve calf weight gain, reduce…
KwaZulu Natal Agriculture Department Unveils Mass Vaccination Plan to Combat Foot and Mouth Disease
The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has launched an ambitious operational plan for mass vaccination during a Provincial Stakeholder Engagement meeting held at Mfekayi Community Hall in Mtubatuba. The…
Northern Cape Delivers First Batch of Foot and Mouth Disease Vaccines to Kuruman
The Northern Cape Department of Agriculture, Environmental Affairs, Rural Development and Land Reform has confirmed that MEC Lebogang Motlhaping has successfully delivered the first batch of Foot and Mouth Disease…
DARDLEA MEC Khethiwe Moeketsi Strengthens Disaster Relief Support for Farmers
MEC Khethiwe Moeketsi of the Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs (DARDLEA) continued her active farm visits as part of the disaster relief response programme following severe…
How to Improve Herd Genetics Without Buying Expensive Bulls
Improving herd genetics is essential for increasing productivity, enhancing disease resistance, and boosting profitability in livestock farming. Many farmers assume that acquiring high-quality bulls is the only way to achieve…
Deputy Minister Mathabatha Visits Loufontein Farm to Highlight Successful Land Reform Initiative
Deputy Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development, Chupu Stanley Mathabatha, visited Loufontein farm in the Breede Valley Municipality, Western Cape, located outside Villiersdorp, as part of the department’s Pre-State…
Western Cape PLAS Farmers Engage Minister Nyhontso on Title Deeds
Yesterday, Minister Mzwanele Nyhontso met with a seven-member delegation representing Western Cape Proactive Land Acquisition Strategy (PLAS) farmers in Cape Town. The meeting was requested by the farmers to discuss…
Amajuba Takes Decisive Action Against Foot and Mouth Disease
The Amajuba District is responding swiftly following the provincial government’s declaration of a state of emergency due to a Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak. MEC Martin Meyer visited the…
Tick-Borne Diseases Common in Southern Africa and How to Control Them
Tick-borne diseases pose a significant threat to livestock production in Southern Africa, affecting cattle, goats, sheep, and other farm animals. These diseases are caused by pathogens transmitted through the bites…
Key Takeaways for South African Farmers from SONA 2026
In his 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA), President Cyril Ramaphosa highlighted the agricultural sector as a cornerstone for future growth, framing it as a field where South Africa…
