John Steinheisen: “Government Doesn’t Have Capacity To Roll Out Vaccines Itself” During SONA 2026
During the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA), John Steinheisen addressed concerns over foot-and-mouth disease and outlined the government’s upcoming vaccination program. He revealed that the rollout would begin…
Third Randfontein farmer to hand himself in following Eskom operation
A Randfontein farmer whose transformer was removed during an Eskom electricity theft operation is expected to hand himself in at the Magalies Police Station tomorrow. The farmer is the third…
Two Men Sentenced to 10 Years for Stock Theft on Koedoeskop Farm In Limpopo
The Thabazimbi Regional Court has delivered a strong message to stock thieves operating in Limpopo and surrounding provinces, sentencing two men to lengthy prison terms for cattle theft. On Tuesday,…
Jersey vs Holstein: Choosing the Right Dairy Breed for South African Conditions
Selecting the right dairy breed is one of the most important decisions for South African farmers, as it affects milk production, herd management, and overall farm profitability. Two of the…
Kuruman FMD Outbreak Prompts Rapid Provincial Response
Following confirmation of a Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak in Kuruman, John Taolo Gaetsewe District, the Provincial Government has activated a series of prevention, early detection, and rapid containment…
Operation Siyahlola Strengthens Farmer Support in Mtubatuba
The MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs Thembeni kaMadlopha-Mthethwa, recently led Operation Siyahlola at the department’s Mtubatuba local office to assess the effectiveness and viability of services delivered to…
Communities of Clarkson and Kareedouw Mobilise Against Foot and Mouth Disease
Farmers and residents from Clarkson and Kareedouw gathered today at the Clarkson Community Centre for an important engagement session with officials from the Department of Agriculture. The meeting focused on…
Brucellosis in Cattle: A Silent Threat to South African Farmers
Brucellosis in cattle remains a persistent and silent threat to South African farmers, affecting both animal health and farm profitability. Caused by the bacteria Brucella abortus, the disease primarily leads…
Sizo Tshabalala: From Street Vendor to Multi-Talented Farmer Shaping South Africa’s Agricultural Future
Sizo Tshabalala is a young, determined farmer making a mark in Mpumalanga through his two thriving agricultural ventures. He operates a layer farm with a capacity of 7 500 birds…
Premier of KwaZulu-Natal Condemns Murder of North Coast Sugarcane Farmer
The Premier of KwaZulu-Natal, Honourable Thamsanqa Ntuli, has strongly condemned the brutal murder of farmer Mr Aman Giyanshwar Roopsingh, who succumbed to injuries sustained during a violent home invasion at…
Emmanuel Mudau Turns Passion for Livestock into Thriving Sheep and Goat Enterprise
Emmanuel Mudau, a self-taught sheep and goat breeder from Venda, Limpopo, transformed a small investment into a flourishing agricultural business. His farming journey began in 2009 when he resigned from…
Foot and Mouth Disease Crisis and South Africa’s Vaccine Response Strategy
Foot and Mouth Disease, known as FMD, is one of the most contagious viral diseases affecting cloven hoofed animals such as cattle, sheep, goats and pigs. The virus spreads rapidly…
