South Africa Lifts Foot and Mouth Disease Control Measures in KwaZulu-Natal Under New Ministerial Directive
The Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, has officially acted under Section 9 (1) of the Animal Diseases Act, 1984 (Act No. 35 of 1984) to repeal existing control measures relating…
South Africa Agriculture Budget Vote 2026/27: Driving Growth, Inclusion and Food Security Through Sector Transformation
The 2026/27 Budget Vote for the Department of Agriculture, delivered by Minister John Steenhuisen in the National Assembly of the Parliament of the Republic of South Africa, presents a decisive…
Ga-Pila Career Expo 2026 Highlights Agriculture as a Leading Pathway for Rural Youth Development
The 6th Annual Career Expo 2026 held at Ga-Pila Community Hall has placed agriculture at the centre of youth career conversations as more than 2,500 learners gathered to explore future…
Government Livestock Programs in South Africa Driving Rural Development and Food Security
Livestock farming plays a major role in rural economies and national food supply in South Africa. Government livestock programs are designed to support farmers, improve animal health, and strengthen agricultural…
Limpopo Strengthens Agricultural Revival Through PEGAC Oversight Visit at Zebediela Citrus Estate
On 15 May, the Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development hosted a Provincial Economic Growth Advisory Council (PEGAC) oversight visit at the Zebediela Citrus Estate in the Capricorn District.…
International Aquaculture Engagement Strengthens Sustainable Fish Farming in Dr Kenneth Kaunda District
On 15 May, the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality hosted a major aquaculture sector engagement at the Mathotshe Business Enterprise Aquaculture Projects…
Gauteng Department of Agriculture Strengthens Foot and Mouth Disease Awareness Among Stock Farmers
On 15 May, the Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development continued its ongoing campaign to protect livestock and support farming communities through another important Foot and Mouth Disease awareness…
Onion Farming Guide for South African Farmers
Onion farming in South Africa offers strong income potential when you manage water, soil and timing correctly. The crop grows well in many provinces, especially where summers are warm and…
Free State Agriculture Department Boosts Small-Scale Farmers Through Seed and Tools Distribution in Kroonstad
The Free State Department of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environmental Affairs has strengthened its support for small-scale and emerging farmers through a targeted distribution programme held in Kroonstad. The initiative…
Strategic Dialogues at Nampo Agricultural Show Focus on Trade Wars, Tariffs and Global Market Positioning
Strategic discussions at the Nampo Agricultural Show have placed South African agriculture at the centre of global trade debates, with a strong focus on trade wars, tariffs, and emerging market…
South African Agriculture Budget Vote 29 Focuses on Growth, Food Security and Sector Transformation
South African agriculture is entering a new phase of development marked by structural reform, increased investment, and a stronger focus on resilience in a volatile global economy. The Agriculture Budget…
South Africa Expands Foot-and-Mouth Disease Vaccination Drive Across KwaZulu-Natal Livestock Hotspots
South Africa has intensified its animal health response as veterinary teams continue a large-scale foot-and-mouth disease vaccination campaign across KwaZulu-Natal. The programme follows a successful rollout in uLundi within the…
