How Farmers Can Turn Soybeans Into Oil, Flour And Snacks In South Africa
Soybeans give you steady income options. You can turn them into cooking oil, high protein flour, and simple snacks. Each product needs clear steps and practical equipment. This guide gives…
How Farmers Can Turn Cabbage into Sauerkraut and Fermented Products in South Africa
Cabbage is a staple vegetable in South Africa, offering farmers the opportunity to diversify income by transforming it into value-added products such as sauerkraut and other fermented foods. These products…
North West Hosts Goat Information Day to Strengthen Small-Stock Farming
Today, goat farmers, emerging producers, veterinarians, agri-experts, and industry stakeholders from across the North West gathered for Goat Information Day, a key event aimed at boosting the small-stock sector. The…
Simphiwe Fani: Turning Passion into a Thriving Farming Enterprise
Simphiwe Fani, 42, and his older brother Linda, 55, trace their love of farming back to childhood, growing up herding their father’s livestock. That early experience shaped Simphiwe’s future and…
The Future of Nguni Cattle Breeding
Until about 30 years ago, Nguni cattle bred naturally with limited human involvement. The animals adapted to their environments through natural selection. This continued until 1985, when the Nguni Cattle…
Limpopo Advances Hemp Sector with Seed Distribution to Emerging Farmers
The Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (LDARD) has taken a major step in developing the province’s hemp and cannabis sector. Today, MEC Nakedi Kekana handed over hemp seeds…
How Farmers Can Turn Grapes into Juice, Raisins and Gourmet Products in South Africa
Grapes are a versatile crop in South Africa, offering farmers multiple opportunities beyond fresh table fruit. By processing grapes into juice, raisins, and gourmet products, farmers can increase profitability, reduce…
Healthy Soils for Healthy Farms: Securing South Africa’s Food Future
Soil and water are the foundation of every farm, and without proper care, both are at risk. As we mark World Soil Day 2025 under the theme “Healthy Soils for…
Sustainable Farming Gains Momentum in Gauteng Through GDARD Oversight Visits
Gauteng advanced its agricultural goals yesterday when the GDARD MEC Vuyiswa Ramakgopa, joined by acting HOD Khululekile Mase, visited three COJ GDARD funded projects. The oversight formed part of a…
How Farmers Can Turn Apples into Dried Snacks, Sauces and Cider in South Africa
Apple farming in South Africa presents opportunities beyond fresh fruit sales. Farmers can increase profitability by processing apples into value-added products such as dried snacks, sauces, and cider. These products…
How Farmers Can Process Vegetables into Shelf-Stable Products in South Africa
Vegetable farming in South Africa presents opportunities beyond selling fresh produce. Farmers can increase income and reduce post-harvest losses by processing vegetables into shelf-stable products. These products, such as canned…
Sunflower Farming in South Africa: Strategies to Combat Drought and Heat Stress
Sunflower farmers in South Africa face increasing challenges from drought, heat, and other environmental stresses that threaten yield and oil quality. Pannar agronomists support farmers by combining research, field trials,…
