South Africa Accelerates Foot and Mouth Disease Response with Record Vaccine Rollout
South Africa has significantly intensified its response to the ongoing Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak, with the government implementing the largest vaccine acquisition and vaccination programme in the country’s…
Indigenous Livestock Breeds for South Africa
Indigenous livestock breeds in South Africa play a critical role in rural farming systems, food security and climate resilience. These animals have adapted over many generations to local environmental conditions,…
Farming Insurance is Now Essential as Climate Shocks Intensify
South Africa's farmers are once again confronting the harsh realities of a changing climate. Recent heavy rainfalls and hail events have devastated crops, damaged infrastructure and disrupted production across several regions. For many producers,…
Conservation Agriculture for Grain Farmers in South Africa
Conservation agriculture has become a practical farming approach for grain producers in South Africa who want to improve soil health, reduce costs and stabilise yields under changing climate conditions. The…
Free State Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARDEA) and ITAU Milling Strengthen Partnership to Advance Food Security and Agro-Processing
On 29 May 2025, the MEC for Agriculture, Rural Development and Environmental Affairs, Ms. Elzabe Rockman, led a senior departmental delegation in a strategic engagement with ITAU Milling Chief Executive…
Mpumalanga DARDLEA Strengthens Women Farmers Through Agriculture Sector Intervention in Mbombela
The Mpumalanga Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs (DARDLEA) held a focused Agriculture Sector Intervention programme in Mbombela aimed at supporting women farmers and expanding inclusive participation…
Mango Farming Guide for South Africa
Mango farming in South Africa offers strong opportunities for growers who want a reliable fruit crop with steady market demand. Mangoes grow well in warm regions with long sunny seasons…
KwaZulu-Natal Government Boosts Rural Farming with Tractor Handover to AmaZulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini
On 29 May, a major agricultural development initiative took place in KwaZulu-Natal as Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli, together with the MEC for the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, officially handed…
President Cyril Ramaphosa Leads Livestock Boost Through Bull Handover in North West Province
Cyril Ramaphosa together with Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development Mzwanele Nyontsho and North West Premier Kagiso Lazarus Mokgosi officially handed over bulls to traditional leaders known as Dikgosi…
South Africa Strengthens Livestock Protection with New 3.5 Million FMD Vaccine Shipment
South Africa has intensified its animal disease control efforts following the arrival of a further 3.5 million doses of Biogénesis Bagó Foot and Mouth Disease vaccines on Friday. This latest…
How to Start Spinach Farming in South Africa
Spinach, often referred to as Swiss chard in many farming contexts, is one of the most reliable leafy vegetables to grow in South Africa. It grows quickly, produces high yields,…
Top Mistakes New Farmers Make in South Africa
Starting a farming business in South Africa offers real opportunity, but many new farmers struggle in the early stages because they underestimate the complexity of agriculture. Farming is not only…
