Fingerprint Attendance System – Reliable Workforce Tracking for Farms (R950 each)
Managing workers on a farm can be challenging, especially during busy planting and harvesting seasons. The Fingerprint Attendance System offers a simple, accurate, and affordable way to track employee attendance without paperwork…
How Farmers Can Turn Leftover or Unsold Produce into Profitable Snacks in South Africa
South African farmers face the dual challenge of reducing post-harvest losses while maximising profitability. One effective strategy is transforming leftover or unsold produce into value-added snacks. By processing surplus fruits…
Choosing the Right Beef Cattle Breed for Production in South Africa
Before selecting a beef cattle breed, a producer must first define the purpose of their production system. Understanding the target market and production goals is essential for success. Beef production…
How Farmers Can Turn Passion Fruit into Juice and Desserts in South Africa
Passion fruit presents a strong value addition opportunity for South African farmers. The crop performs well in many parts of the country. Demand continues to grow in retail, hospitality, and…
Kabelo Lekalakala: North West Visionary Pioneering Ostrich Farming
Kabelo Lekalakala, a young entrepreneur from Brits, North West, left a stable job to pursue a unique dream: ostrich farming. While many farmers focus on cattle, goats, or chickens, Kabelo…
How Farmers Can Turn Essential Oils from Local Crops into Export Products in South Africa
Essential oils are high-value products that can transform the profitability of South African farms. By extracting oils from crops such as lavender, rosemary, geranium, buchu, and eucalyptus, farmers can access…
South Africa Faces Widespread Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreaks Across Seven Provinces
Active foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreaks are currently affecting seven South African provinces, with 455 outbreaks officially reported so far in 2025. The provinces impacted include KwaZulu-Natal, North West, the Free…
Eastern Cape Veterinarian Investigates Facial Eczema in Dairy Cattle Linked to Ryegrass
Since 2022, an Eastern Cape veterinarian has been studying the effects of sporidesmin poisoning in dairy cows grazing on ryegrass during the summer months. Sporidesmin, a mycotoxin produced by the…
Limpopo Agriculture Department Expands 2025/26 Planting Season Support for Farmers
As the rainy season takes hold across Limpopo, the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has stepped up its 2025/26 planting season farmer support programme. This period matters most for…
How Farmers Can Turn Kiwifruit into Juice, Jam and Snacks in South Africa
Kiwifruit production in South Africa has grown steadily, offering farmers not only fresh fruit sales but also opportunities to add value through juice, jam, and snack products. By processing kiwifruit…
How Farmers Can Turn Brazil Nuts into Premium Export Products in South Africa
Brazil nuts are a high-value crop with strong demand in international markets. For South African farmers, turning raw Brazil nuts into premium export products offers a pathway to higher income,…
Sherwin van Wyk: How One Winemaker is Uplifting Families and Transforming South African Vineyards
For Sherwin van Wyk, wine is more than a product; it is a platform for change. As founder of Brothers in Vines, he combines winemaking expertise with a commitment to…
