Agribusiness

Extreme weather events and growing market uncertainty are weighing heavily on canning fruit producers worldwide. From Europe to the US, farmers face smaller harvests, tighter margins, and intensifying competition from the fresh fruit market for yellow cling peaches.

Ronald and Venessa Juckes of Venron Border Collies in Heidelberg, Gauteng, have dedicated 37 years to the breed. Known for producing exceptional dogs and raising breed standards in South Africa, Ronald is also an esteemed judge on both local and international stages.

Earlier this year, Hartenberg Wine Estate, owned by the Mackenzie family, became the first wine farm in South Africa, and the second in the world, to achieve regenerative verification under the Ecological Outcome Verification framework. Viticulturist Wilhelm Joubert shared the lessons they have learnt on this transformative journey with Glenneis Kriel.

Many know Klein Roosboom as a wine brand shaped by Karin de Villiers’s strong vision. But behind the wine lies a deeper story – one of enduring love, shared dreams, and resilience. Karin spoke to Glenneis Kriel about the journey.

Selinah Ntjana, a Limpopo farmer and entrepreneur, is advocating the various benefits of goats through books, skincare, and wellness products. She spoke to Sabrina Dean about her brand, Selinah The Goat.

Siphiwe Sithole is on a mission to establish a culture of food abundance. She spoke to Sabrina Dean about her business, African Marmalade, and how it harnesses the potential of indigenous products grown by smallholder farmers.

As the 2025 Agri Western Cape Santam Young Farmer of the Year, Francois Rossouw Jnr is part of a new generation of producers blending tradition with forward-thinking strategies in sustainability, technology, and people-centred leadership.

The Red Meat Producers’ Organisation works on behalf of red meat producers to ultimately improve their sustainability.

Organic and biodynamic farming practices have been used at Reyneke Wines since the early 1990s. Johan Reyneke, owner of the estate, spoke to Glenneis Kriel about his production philosophy.

A young Brangus stud breeder in the Free State is on a mission to open doors for other young farmers. Danielle de Kock shares her story with Farmer’s Weekly, including her work as a farmer, and the challenges and opportunities faced by young farmers.

A high-maintenance crop, if ever there was one, orchids demand attention to detail. With over 35 years of experience in orchid production, LVG Plants combines its expertise with new advancements in greener technologies, ensuring its flowers are beautiful allies for people and planet.

In an era where small to medium-sized farms are struggling to stay afloat, Charlesford Farm near Knysna is bucking the trend with a combination of traditional agriculture, value adding, and agritourism. Owner Cathy Shearer and farm manager Cobus Erasmus spoke to Glenneis Kriel about their approach.

Farming has been a lifelong ambition for 34-year-old Siphe Singasezulu Joyi from Baziya village near Mthatha in the Eastern Cape. He spoke to Sabrina Dean about the unique community model that has given him and his brother access to land to grow their business Jay Jay Farming into a commercial operation.

Donkey milk has been dubbed ‘liquid gold’ due to its health benefits and high market value. But low production, easily interrupted when donkeys are stressed, makes donkey dairying challenging. Jesse Christelis, owner of The Donkey Dairy, spoke to Lindi Botha about running South Africa’s first such dairy.

Biddulphs International is South Africa’s largest independent moving company specialising in moves that are big and small, private or business, local and international. It’s a trusted brand and family-owned business with a track record spanning over 95 years.

As Southern Africa’s largest independent removal company, Biddulphs International has dedicated four generations of experience and expertise to moving prized possessions and households all over the world for over 95 years. Every move is handle with care, pride, and the utmost professionalism.

Nitrogen is a vital nutrient in grain production, directly influencing both yield and overall plant health. This article takes a closer look at nitrogen use efficiency - what it is, the factors that affect it, how it can be managed more effectively, and the advantages a product like Kynoplus Pro can offer.

The Bühler Grain Processing Innovation Center (GPIC) in Kano, Nigeria, is offering beginner-friendly and advanced courses aimed at individuals and companies across Africa looking to improve their proficiency in rice milling and optical sorting.

The current carcass classification system used in South Africa does not determine the quality of an animal’s meat, and can be misleading to consumers. As such, there have been calls for a grading system to be implemented.

From politics to premium wines, the Graaff family continues to make its mark. Sir De Villiers Graaff, Fourth Baronet of the family and De Grendel Wine Estate, spoke to Brian Berkman about continuing the tradition.