Useful ICT and Agricultural Media Tools for Farmers in South Africa
South African farmers face pressure from changing weather patterns, rising input costs and tighter food supply chains. ICT and agricultural media tools help farmers respond faster, plan better and reduce…
Eastern Cape Rural Development Agency Advances Mbizana RED Hub Revival Through Stakeholder Engagement
On 26 June 2026, the Eastern Cape Rural Development Agency (ECRDA) continued its structured stakeholder engagement programme as preparations intensified to fully restore operations at the Mbizana RED Hub in…
How to Choose the Right Seeds and Seedlings in South Africa
Choosing the right seeds and seedlings in South Africa plays a major role in determining how successful your farming or gardening efforts will be. The country has a wide range…
MEC Lebogang Motlhaping Leads Farmer Engagement in Khâi-Ma to Strengthen Agricultural Support in the Northern Cape
The MEC for Agriculture, Environmental Affairs, Rural Development and Land Reform, Mr Lebogang Motlhaping, together with Head of Department Mr Monakali and the Executive Mayor of Khâi-Ma Local Municipality, Councillor…
The DARDLEA Exhibition Team Showcases Agricultural Innovation at Provincial Legislature Public Hearing in Steve Tshwete
The Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs (DARDLEA) once again demonstrated its commitment to strengthening community engagement and promoting sustainable agricultural development during the Provincial Legislature's Pre-Taking…
MEC Nakedi Grace Kekana Drives Grassroots Agricultural Transformation in Ba-Phalaborwa Engagement
The Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, led by MEC Ms Nakedi Grace Kekana, has intensified its push for rural transformation through direct community engagement in Selwane Tribal Authority…
Best Practices for Grain Storage and Handling in South Africa
Grain storage and handling play a vital role in the success of South Africa's agricultural sector. Whether farmers produce maize, wheat, soybeans, sunflower or sorghum, protecting harvested grain is just…
Selecting the Right Implements for Your Tractor in South Africa
Choosing the right tractor implements plays a major role in how productive and efficient your farm becomes in South Africa. A tractor on its own cannot deliver full value unless…
How Mashoto Ramafalo is Using Innovation to Transform Agriculture
Agriculture is evolving beyond traditional farming, with young entrepreneurs using technology, innovation and business skills to build sustainable farming enterprises. For Mashoto Ramafalo, the journey into agriculture began with a childhood…
South Africa’s Lemon Season Surges as CGA Raises Export Forecast to 49.4 Million Cartons
South Africa’s citrus industry is heading into a stronger-than-expected lemon export season after the Citrus Growers’ Association of Southern Africa (CGA) increased its production forecast from 45.8 million 15 kg…
Farming Cooperatives in Limpopo Gain Momentum Through Government Support and Market Access Initiatives
Limpopo’s farming sector is seeing renewed energy as cooperatives receive stronger institutional support aimed at improving productivity, market access and long term sustainability. The Limpopo Economic Development Agency (LEDA), together…
Foot-and-Mouth Disease Reform Brings New National Control Framework for South African Livestock Sector
South Africa’s livestock industry is set for a major shift after Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen approved new national Foot-and-Mouth Disease control measures designed to simplify outbreak management and reduce…
