Farm Dwellers Raise Land and Service Delivery Concerns in eDumbe Ahead of Deputy President Visit
Farm dwellers from all 10 wards in eDumbe have voiced deep concerns about land access, service delivery and living conditions during a public engagement held by the national Department of…
2026 Rhandza Xi Kolo Xa Wena Campaign Launch Strengthens School Care and Agricultural Learning in Mpumalanga
The Mpumalanga education and agriculture sectors took a major step forward yesterday with the official launch of the 2026 Rhandza Xi kolo Xa Wena campaign at Mahhushe Agricultural High School…
Best Grain Crops for Emerging Farmers in South Africa
South Africa’s agricultural sector continues to offer major opportunities for emerging farmers who want to build sustainable businesses and contribute to food production. Grain farming remains one of the most…
Matiyani Agricultural Project in Limpopo Inspires Rural Growth Through Family Farming Success
At the heart of Limpopo’s Vhembe District, the Matiyani Agricultural Project is redefining what rural farming can achieve for families and communities. Based in Matiyani Village, the family-run enterprise has…
International Day of Plant Health Visit Highlights Importance of Mpumalanga International Fresh Produce Market
The commemoration of International Day of Plant Health concluded with an important site visit to the newly built Mpumalanga International Fresh Produce Market, reinforcing the strong connection between plant health,…
Day 1 at NAMPO 2026 Focuses on Agricultural Growth, Innovation and Farmer Empowerment
Day one of NAMPO Harvest Day 2026 set a strong tone for discussions focused on the future of agriculture, farmer empowerment, and sustainable development in South Africa. The annual agricultural…
Banana Farming Guide for South Africa
Banana farming is one of the most profitable fruit farming ventures in South Africa when managed correctly. The crop has strong demand in local fresh produce markets, supermarkets, and informal…
Carrot Farming Profit Guide in South Africa
Carrot farming in South Africa has become a strong opportunity for both small-scale and commercial farmers looking to diversify income and meet rising demand for fresh vegetables. Carrots are widely…
Limpopo Farmers Receive Climate-Smart Agriculture Boost Through LDARD and ESAFF SA Workshop
The Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, working together with Eastern and Southern African Small-Scale Farmers’ Forum South Africa, is currently hosting a two-day climate change and food security…
Minister Steenhuisen Secures 2 Million Additional FMD Vaccine Doses as South Africa Escalates Fight Against Foot and Mouth Disease
South Africa’s agricultural sector has received a major boost in its fight against Foot and Mouth Disease following the arrival of 2 million additional doses of the Dollvet vaccine from…
International Day of Plant Health Highlights the Urgent Need to Protect Agriculture and Food Security
Today, leaders, stakeholders, and farmers across the agricultural sector have come together to mark International Day of Plant Health, a global reminder of how essential healthy plants are to human…
How Climate Change Affects Farming in South Africa
Climate change is changing farming in South Africa in direct and measurable ways. Farmers now deal with higher temperatures, unstable rainfall, and more frequent extreme weather. These shifts affect what…
