Severe Weather in KwaZulu-Natal Midlands Disrupts Farming Operations and Damages Agricultural Infrastructure
Severe weather conditions in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands have caused major disruption to farming communities, agricultural services and rural infrastructure. Strong wind gusts moved across the region with force, uprooting trees,…
The Basics of Small and Micro Milling for Communities in South Africa
Small and micro milling has become an important part of community development in South Africa. Many rural and township communities depend on maize meal, flour and other grain products as…
Starting a Goat and Sheep Dairy in South Africa
Starting a goat and sheep dairy in South Africa offers a strong opportunity for farmers who want to enter the livestock sector with a focus on high value products. Demand…
Land Bank to Spotlight Agricultural Resilience and Innovation at NAMPO Harvest Day 2026
NAMPO Harvest Day 2026 will once again provide a major platform for critical conversations around the future of South African agriculture, with Land Bank set to play a leading role…
Limpopo Strengthens Agricultural Education as New Advisory Boards for Madzivhandila and Tompi Seleka Colleges Are Inducted
The Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has taken a major step toward strengthening agricultural education by officially inducting and orienting newly appointed Advisory Board members for Madzivhandila College…
Kaonafatso ya Dikgomo Programme Boosts Livestock Farming as Government Hands Over Bonsmara Bull in Bodibe Village
The Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs continues to strengthen rural development and livestock productivity through targeted agricultural support programmes across South Africa. The Deputy Minister for the Department…
Foot and Mouth Disease Mass Vaccination Campaign in Hazyview Marks Major Step for South African Livestock Health
South Africa is intensifying its fight against Foot and Mouth Disease with a large-scale national vaccination rollout aimed at protecting livestock and strengthening the agricultural economy. The Minister of Agriculture,…
A Guide to Growing Dry Beans in South Africa
Dry beans are one of the most important protein crops grown in South Africa. They are affordable, nutritious and well suited to local farming conditions when managed correctly. Many smallholder…
PPECB Prepares for Historic Centenary as New Board Members Take Office
As the Perishable Products Export Control Board prepares to celebrate its 100th anniversary this June, South Africa’s agricultural sector is entering an important new chapter marked by renewed leadership and…
Public Sector Forum Strengthens Extension and Advisory Services Through Collaboration and Innovation
The final day of the Public Sector Forum for Extension and Advisory Services meeting opened with meaningful discussions as delegates reflected on lessons learned during the previous day’s exposure visits.…
Basic Wildland Firefighting Training Strengthens Farmer Preparedness in Bojanala District
The final day of the 4-Day Basic Wildland Firefighting Training in the Bojanala District marked an important step in strengthening rural safety and agricultural resilience in Moses Kotane Local Municipality.…
The Basics of Growing Canola in South Africa
Canola farming in South Africa has grown steadily over the past few decades as farmers look for profitable rotation crops that improve soil health and support sustainable agriculture. Canola, also…
