Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture Supports Nomzamo Special School with Vegetables and Trees
In celebration of Disability Month, the Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture donated vegetable seedlings, gardening tools, and indigenous trees to Nomzamo Special School. The initiative aims to promote food security,…
DARD Partners with Meals on Wheels to Boost Vegetable Production and Local Farming
The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Meals on Wheels Community Services South Africa (MOWCS) to strengthen local vegetable production and support…
Strategic Planning Session Sets New Focus for Agricultural Growth
A three day Strategic Planning session began yesterday at Loskop Dam. The meeting aims to set clear direction for the agricultural sector, assess progress and identify actions that can speed…
How Farmers Can Turn Grapes into Jam and Vinegar in South Africa
South Africa’s grape industry offers farmers more than fresh table grapes or wine production. By processing grapes into jam and vinegar, farmers can add value, reduce waste, and diversify income…
How Farmers Can Create Millet Flour and Snacks for Profit in South Africa
Millet is a resilient, nutritious crop with growing demand in South Africa and international markets. Farmers can increase income by processing millet into flour and snacks, creating value-added products that…
How Farmers Can Turn Grapefruit into Beverages and Candied Peel in South Africa
South Africa produces a significant volume of grapefruit each year, offering opportunities for farmers to diversify income streams beyond fresh fruit sales. By processing grapefruit into beverages and candied peel,…
South Africa’s Raisin Industry Poised for Growth Amid Strong 2024/25 Crop
South Africa’s raisin sector is set for a strong rebound, with the 2024/25 crop projected to reach 100 000 tonnes. Daneel Rossouw, head of sales for agriculture at Nedbank Commercial…
South Africa’s 2025 Summer Crop Season Shows Strong Recovery
The latest estimates for South Africa’s 2025 summer crop season indicate a strong rebound in production. The Crop Estimates Committee (CEC) reports a commercial maize harvest of 16.44 million tons,…
How Farmers Can Turn Farm Produce into Frozen Ready-to-Cook Meals in South Africa
South African farmers can significantly increase income by transforming fresh farm produce into frozen ready-to-cook meals. This value addition reduces post-harvest losses, extends shelf life, and opens access to both…
RMIS Approves Nine New Research Projects to Strengthen South Africa’s Red Meat Industry
Red Meat Industry Services (RMIS) has announced the approval and funding of nine new research projects, designed to address critical challenges across the red meat value chain. Developed under RMIS’s…
KwaZulu-Natal MEC Engages Sugarcane Farmers as SAFDA Marks 10 Years
The KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Hon. Thembeni KaMadlopha-Mthethwa, engaged with sugarcane farmers in the uMlalazi Municipality as part of the South African Farmers Development Association's (SAFDA) 10-year…
VeldCare Project Launches at Libalata Farm in Westonaria
The GDARD LandCare team launched the VeldCare Project at Libalata Farm in Kaalbasfontein, Westonaria. The launch brought new momentum to ongoing efforts to protect and restore local grasslands. You saw…
