KwaZulu-Natal Hemp Seed Multiplication Programme Targets Key Barrier to Hemp Farming Growth
KwaZulu-Natal has been identified as one of only three provinces in South Africa with high potential for hemp production under the National Hemp/Cannabis Master Plan of 2021. This recognition creates…
Northern Cape CASP Farmers’ Graduation Programme Strengthens Agricultural Skills and Rural Livelihoods
The Northern Cape Department of Agriculture, Environmental Affairs, Rural Development and Land Reform has reaffirmed the importance of practical agricultural training in strengthening farming enterprises and supporting rural livelihoods across…
North West Agriculture Committee Continues Oversight Visit at Springbokpan Grain Silos
The North West Provincial Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development is continuing its oversight programme today with a visit to the Springbokpan Grain Silos. The Committee is conducting…
Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture Strengthens Farmer Development, Commercialisation and Food Security
The Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening farmer development, agricultural commercialisation and household food security across the province. The commitment was highlighted during the Department’s…
Empowering Emerging Livestock Farmers Through Fodder Planning for a Climate-Resilient Agricultural Sector in Gauteng
Empowering emerging livestock farmers with practical knowledge is essential for strengthening long-term food security and supporting sustainable agricultural growth in Gauteng. Livestock producers operate in an environment where changing weather…
Portfolio Committee Conducts Oversight Visit in Ramotshere Moiloa to Assess FMD Vaccination and Crop Massification Projects
The Portfolio Committee, chaired by Hon. Sipho Dial, together with Chair of Chairs Hon. Tebogo Modise, conducted oversight visits in the Ramotshere Moiloa Local Municipality yesterday, accompanied by MEC Madoda…
GDARD Fodder Planning and Management Workshop Equips Gauteng Livestock Farmers for Climate Resilience
The Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (GDARD), in collaboration with its partners, is conducting a hands-on Fodder Planning and Management Workshop at the University of Pretoria Experimental Farm.…
South African Sorghum Disease Surveys Reveal Key Risks for Grain Producers
Disease surveys are helping build a clearer picture of the threats facing grain sorghum production across South Africa. Between 2023 and 2025, more than 80 sorghum fields on 27 farms…
Matebogo Victoria Shows How Disability-Inclusive Farming Can Create Opportunity
Agriculture can become more inclusive when farmers with disabilities are given access to knowledge, appropriate technology and opportunities to build sustainable businesses. Matebogo Victoria from Randfontein, Gauteng, is an example…
North West Legislature Conducts Agriculture Oversight Visits in Ngaka Modiri Molema District
The North West Provincial Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development is conducting oversight visits in the Ngaka Modiri Molema District from 6 to 9 October 2026 to assess…
South Africa Strengthens Agricultural Trade and Market Access Through Middle East Working Visit
The Department of Agriculture has successfully concluded a working visit to Saudi Arabia, Oman and the United Arab Emirates aimed at strengthening agricultural trade, expanding market access and identifying new…
ARC Infruitec-Nietvoorbij Brings Agriculture Into the Classroom Through Robben Island Spring School Programme
The ARC Infruitec-Nietvoorbij Campus recently brought agriculture, science and innovation into the classroom through a Spring School Programme held at the Robben Island Museum. Learners from all nine provinces had…
