How to Write a Winning Business Plan for a South African Agri Startup
A strong business plan is essential for any agri startup in South Africa. It serves as a roadmap for your operations, a tool to attract investors, and a benchmark to…
Raising Indigenous Chickens (Venda, Ovambo) for Meat and Eggs
Indigenous chickens such as Venda and Ovambo breeds are gaining popularity among smallholder and commercial farmers due to their adaptability, low maintenance, and resilience to local diseases. These chickens thrive…
The Top 5 Indigenous Drought-Resistant Crops to Commercialise
Climate variability and water scarcity are forcing farmers to rethink crop choices. Indigenous crops offer a practical solution because they evolved under harsh local conditions. They require less water, tolerate…
“Ugly” Fruit and Veg Boxes: Fighting Food Waste and Creating Value
Food waste is a growing challenge globally, and South Africa is no exception. Millions of tonnes of edible fruits and vegetables are discarded each year due to cosmetic imperfections, even…
Huku Poultry Farm: Building a Leading Egg Production Enterprise in Steenbok
Bongi Angel Mbatha and Jimmy Bhila have transformed a modest 6-hectare communal property in Steenbok, Nkomazi, into one of the region’s most successful egg production operations. As the sole director…
Rego Malao: Building a Multi-Breed Cattle Empire from Seven Heifers
Regomoditswe “Rego” Malao, the 2019 Unistel SA Stud Book Developing Stud Breeder of the Year, has transformed a modest start into a thriving cattle operation across Rustenburg and Ventersdorp. Combining…
South Africa’s Pork Industry on High Alert Following Foot-and-Mouth Disease Case
South Africa’s pork sector has been placed on heightened alert after a commercial piggery in the north-western Free State confirmed a case of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD). Additional highly suspicious cases…
Setting Up a Rainwater-Fed Wicking Bed for Water-Efficient Gardening
Water scarcity and rising costs push gardeners to rethink irrigation. You need a system that delivers steady moisture without waste. A rainwater fed wicking bed meets this need in a…
Urban Agriculture Policies in Major Metros: Cape Town, eThekwini and Johannesburg
Urban agriculture is increasingly recognised as a vital component of food security, community development, and sustainable urban planning in South Africa. Major metros, including Cape Town, eThekwini, and Johannesburg, have…
Sihle Maseko: Transforming Challenges into Agricultural Success in the Eastern Cape
Sihle Maseko, from Burnshill Location, Keiskammahoek (Qoboqobo), is a young farmer whose journey demonstrates the power of determination, hard work, and strategic planning. Once an unemployed graduate with a diploma…
South African Grain Producers Face Economic Pressures Despite Fair Crop Conditions
Although summer grain crops across large parts of South Africa are currently showing fair to good conditions, Grain SA warns that the real challenge this season lies in the economic…
Plant Clinics: Where to Get Free Plant Disease Diagnosis in South Africa
South African farmers and gardeners now have access to a valuable resource for managing plant health: plant clinics. These clinics provide free diagnosis of plant diseases, offering expert advice on…
