Department Strengthens Agricultural Production with Centre Pivot Irrigation Handover to Farmer Mogotsi Modisakwane
The Department has taken another important step towards strengthening agricultural production and promoting sustainable farming in the province by handing over a centre pivot irrigation system to farmer Mogotsi Modisakwane…
President Cyril Ramaphosa Visits Redlands Farm as Dairy Agriculture Drives Jobs in Stutterheim
President Cyril Ramaphosa visited Redlands Farm in Stutterheim, Amahlathi Local Municipality, highlighting the role of agricultural investment in supporting rural economic development, employment and food production. The 357-hectare dairy farm…
Phahama Grain Phakama Ukukhula Conference Focuses on Growing Farmers, Production and Food Security
The Phahama Grain Phakama Ukukhula Conference is officially underway at NAMPO Park, bringing farmers and agricultural stakeholders together around a clear message of growth. The conference opened with a prayer…
Gauteng Promotes Inclusive Agriculture and Opportunities for Farmers With Disabilities
Gauteng is continuing to promote an agricultural sector where everyone has an opportunity to participate, contribute and build a sustainable livelihood. Today, 8 October 2026, Randwest Agripark in Rand West…
DARDEA Strengthens Foot-and-Mouth Disease Control Through Vaccination in Qwaqwa
The Free State Department of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environmental Affairs is strengthening efforts to control Foot-and-Mouth Disease through vaccination in livestock farming communities across Thabo Mofutsanyana District. Yesterday, HOD…
DARDEA Visits QwaQwa Mixed Farming Project Creating Jobs and Supporting Young Agricultural Entrepreneurs
The Free State Department of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environmental Affairs is continuing to support agricultural development and community-based farming through engagement with emerging enterprises in QwaQwa. On 7 October…
Taung Agricultural College Open Day Inspires More Than 1,300 Learners to Pursue Careers in Agriculture
Taung Agricultural College (TAC) has opened its doors to more than 1,300 learners from 11 schools in the Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District, giving young people a closer look at…
Minister Willie Aucamp Calls for a Stronger Beef Value Chain at 2026 LRF Stockman School
Minister Willie Aucamp has called for stronger cooperation, greater use of science and innovation, improved market access and sustainable livestock production as South Africa works to unlock more value from…
Free State Strengthens Small Stock Farming Through Sheep Shearing and Wool Classification Training
The Free State Department of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environmental Affairs (DARDEA) is strengthening small stock farming in rural communities through practical training designed to improve sheep production, wool quality…
From Dawn to Dusk, Limpopo Agriculture Drives Food Security and Farm Development
From dawn to dusk, Limpopo MEC for Agriculture Mr Basikopo Makamu continues to place food security, agricultural development and farmer support at the centre of the province’s efforts to strengthen…
Sheep Farming Course Brings Practical Learning to Macasserfontein in the Eastern Cape
A successful day of learning, knowledge sharing and hands-on experience gave 30 livestock farming attendees an opportunity to strengthen their understanding of sheep farming at Macasserfontein near Middelburg in the…
Limpopo Mandela Day Agricultural Support Transforms Vhuthiho Cooperative into Thriving Food Garden
The Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development marked the Provincial Mandela Day at the Vhuthiho Primary Cooperative Project in Tshamidzi Village under Tshikonelo on 20 July 2026. The initiative…
