South Africa’s Pork Industry on High Alert Following Foot-and-Mouth Disease Case
South Africa’s pork sector has been placed on heightened alert after a commercial piggery in the north-western Free State confirmed a case of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD). Additional highly suspicious cases…
Setting Up a Rainwater-Fed Wicking Bed for Water-Efficient Gardening
Water scarcity and rising costs push gardeners to rethink irrigation. You need a system that delivers steady moisture without waste. A rainwater fed wicking bed meets this need in a…
Urban Agriculture Policies in Major Metros: Cape Town, eThekwini and Johannesburg
Urban agriculture is increasingly recognised as a vital component of food security, community development, and sustainable urban planning in South Africa. Major metros, including Cape Town, eThekwini, and Johannesburg, have…
Sihle Maseko: Transforming Challenges into Agricultural Success in the Eastern Cape
Sihle Maseko, from Burnshill Location, Keiskammahoek (Qoboqobo), is a young farmer whose journey demonstrates the power of determination, hard work, and strategic planning. Once an unemployed graduate with a diploma…
South African Grain Producers Face Economic Pressures Despite Fair Crop Conditions
Although summer grain crops across large parts of South Africa are currently showing fair to good conditions, Grain SA warns that the real challenge this season lies in the economic…
Plant Clinics: Where to Get Free Plant Disease Diagnosis in South Africa
South African farmers and gardeners now have access to a valuable resource for managing plant health: plant clinics. These clinics provide free diagnosis of plant diseases, offering expert advice on…
Conservation Agriculture: Case Studies from South African Farmers
Conservation agriculture (CA) is gaining momentum in South Africa as a sustainable approach to farming. By reducing soil disturbance, maintaining permanent soil cover, and practising crop rotation, CA improves soil…
North West Launches First Beekeeping Training for Rural Youth Under NARYSEC
In an innovative move to equip rural youth with practical skills and unlock new economic opportunities, the Department of Rural Development and Land Reform has launched its first beekeeping training…
Agriculture in 2026: Innovation, Opportunity and a Career for the Future
In 2026, agriculture is no longer limited to planting and harvesting crops. The sector has evolved into a dynamic field that combines innovation, sustainability, technology, and global impact. With rising…
KwaZulu-Natal Agriculture Support Strengthens Farmers in the 2025/26 Planting Season
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has stepped up farmer support in the 2025/26 financial year. Led by Hon. MEC Thembeni KaMadlopha Mthethwa, the department issued a clear…
Succession Planning for Family Farms in South Africa
Family farms are the backbone of South Africa’s agricultural sector, but transitioning ownership and management from one generation to the next can be challenging. Without proper succession planning, farms risk…
Dairy Sheep and Goats: Producing Cheese for a Niche Market
Producing cheese from sheep and goat milk is a growing niche in South Africa. Unlike cow milk, sheep and goat milk have unique flavours, higher butterfat content, and nutritional benefits…
