Avian Influenza Simulation Exercise Strengthens South Africa’s Preparedness for Future Outbreaks
South Africa is taking proactive steps to strengthen its ability to respond to potential disease outbreaks through a major Avian Influenza Simulation Exercise currently being hosted at the University of…
Generating Extra Income Through Hunting on Your Farm in South Africa
Many farm owners in South Africa are looking for practical ways to diversify income while managing rising input costs and unpredictable weather conditions. One option that continues to gain attention…
Kaonafatso ya Dikgomo Farmers Day Highlights Strong Collaboration for a Sustainable Agricultural Future in Rooiwal
The Kaonafatso ya Dikgomo Farmers Day held at the Rooiwal Community Hall delivered a powerful example of how organised agricultural collaboration can shape a stronger and more sustainable livestock sector.…
Fresh Produce Marketing Workshop Empowers Farmers in Mkhulu, Mpumalanga to Improve Market Access and Product Quality
Farmers in Mkhulu, Mpumalanga, have completed a Fresh Produce Marketing Workshop that focused on strengthening their ability to compete in formal agricultural markets. The training brought together local producers who…
Minister John Steenhuisen Confirms Major Vaccine Boost as South Africa Accelerates Foot and Mouth Disease Control Efforts
South Africa’s agricultural sector has received a significant boost in its fight against Foot and Mouth Disease following the arrival of a new batch of vaccines aimed at strengthening national…
Green Economy Opportunities for Farmers in South Africa
South Africa's agricultural sector is undergoing a significant transformation as sustainability and environmental responsibility become increasingly important. The rise of the green economy is creating new opportunities for farmers to…
Canning and Preserving Your Fruit and Vegetable Harvest in South Africa
Canning and preserving fruit and vegetables remains one of the most practical ways for households and small-scale farmers in South Africa to reduce food waste, extend shelf life, and improve…
KZN DARD Farmers’ Day Strengthens Vegetable Production and Food Security in Harry Gwala District
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, working together with Sutherland Seedlings, hosted a Farmers’ Day and information sharing session focused on vegetable crop production in the Harry Gwala…
National Department of Agriculture Hosts Strategic Risk Management Workshop to Strengthen Governance and Delivery
The National Department of Agriculture is currently hosting a Strategic Risk Management Workshop aimed at improving how the department identifies, assesses, and responds to risks that could affect its mandate.…
Mpumalanga Agricultural Research Committee Reviews 2026/27 Projects to Strengthen Food Security and Farmer Support
Experts from across South Africa’s agricultural science and policy landscape have gathered in Graskop for a two-day Mpumalanga Agricultural Research Committee (MARC) meeting focused on evaluating research projects for the…
Exploring Speciality Fibre Production (Alpaca, Angora) in South Africa
Speciality fibre production is slowly gaining attention in South Africa as farmers look for high-value agricultural opportunities beyond traditional livestock and crop systems. Alpaca and Angora fibre farming sit within…
KwaZulu-Natal Agriculture Budget Receives Committee Support Ahead of 2026/27 Legislative Vote
The Portfolio Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development has formally voted in support of the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development’s 2026/27 Budget during the Budget Hearing process. This…
