The Rise of Ethical Meat Box Schemes in Johannesburg and Cape Town
Ethical meat box schemes are gaining rapid popularity in Johannesburg and Cape Town as consumers shift toward responsible consumption and traceable food sources. These schemes deliver curated boxes of sustainably…
Joburg Market Confirms Sello Michael Makhubela as CEO After Award-Winning Acting Tenure
The Joburg Market has officially appointed Sello Michael Makhubela as its Chief Executive Officer, cementing a leadership transition that follows an exceptionally successful period in an acting capacity defined by…
Olive Production in the Klein Karoo: From Grove to Oil
Olive production in the Klein Karoo has grown steadily over the past two decades. Farmers choose this region for its hot summers, cold winters, and low humidity. These conditions reduce…
Worm Farming (Vermiculture): Turning Organic Waste into Profitable Income
Worm farming, also known as vermiculture, is emerging as a practical and profitable way to transform organic waste into valuable resources. By cultivating earthworms, farmers and entrepreneurs can produce nutrient-rich…
Eastern Cape MEC Kontsiwe Addresses Parliamentary Committee on Ncerha Macadamia Project
Eastern Cape MEC for Agriculture, Nonceba Kontsiwe, addressed the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Agriculture on the second day of a stakeholder engagement session, highlighting the importance of unity, accountability, and…
Eastern Cape Launches Major Irrigation Revitalisation Drive to Restore Farming Potential
Yesterday Eastern Cape Agriculture MEC Nonceba Kontsiwe officially launched the revitalisation of irrigation schemes in the province. The programme aims to restore agricultural production and revive what she described as…
Carbon Farming in South Africa: Can You Actually Get Paid for It?
Carbon farming is gaining attention across South Africa as farmers look for new income streams and more resilient production systems. The main question many farmers ask is whether carbon farming…
KwaZulu-Natal MEC Inspects Bhambanana Red Meat Abattoir as Renovations Begin
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development’s MEC, Ms Thembeni kaMadlopha-Mthethwa, recently visited the Bhambanana Red Meat Abattoir in Jozini to assess infrastructure functionality and promote transparency and accountability.…
North West Women Empowered Through Agricultural Tool Donation in Kabe Village
The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD) has delivered essential agricultural tools to women in Kabe village outside Mahikeng, offering renewed hope and practical support. This initiative aims to…
South African Agriculture in 2026: Innovation as the Path to Resilience and Growth
As South African farmers prepare for 2026, the season ahead brings both pressure and potential. Agriculture remains a core pillar of food security, rural employment and export income. Farmers must…
Ethical Hunting and Game Ranch Management as a Conservation Tool
Ethical hunting and responsible game ranch management play a measurable role in modern conservation. When applied correctly, these practices protect wildlife, restore habitats, and support rural economies. You achieve conservation…
Minister Steenhuisen Warns Farmers: Legal Challenges Could Threaten FMD Vaccine Rollout
Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has issued a strong warning to South African farmers, cautioning that ongoing legal disputes could disrupt the national Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccination campaign. The…
