Bumper potato harvest drives SA market oversupply
The South African potato industry is seeing a sharp drop in prices after a bumper harvest. Expanded plantings, good rainfall, and a mild winter have led to strong yields across...
Yield records broken in the Grow for Gold competition
A wider choice of improved cultivars, along with adapted production and field management practices, is contributing to higher grain yields, greater profitability, and a more sustainable grain production industry in...
‘All farmers must prioritise water-use compliance’ – DWS
During the Agri 5 Expo in East London, Lizna Fourie, assistant director of the Department of Water and Sanitation, emphasised the need for farmers to comply with the National Water...
Record-breaking carcass auction and family triumph at Lamb Champs Boland
The Lamb Champs Boland 2025, held on Heritage Day at Hoër Landbouskool Boland in Paarl, Western Cape, delivered history-making moments for South Africa’s sheep industry.
APAC highlights need for transparency in agricultural marketing
The Agricultural Produce Agents Council used its platform at the 12th Agri 5 Expo, which opened today and runs until tomorrow at the Buffalo Club in East London, Eastern Cape,...
Exports and destinations for SA blueberries expand
It is a testament to the strength and adaptability of the local blueberry industry that exports grew by 7% this past year, despite up to 70% of the country’s early...
Learners gain practical skills through EduPlant programme
In Diepkloof, Soweto, the Philip Kushlick School for learners with special needs recently highlighted how the EduPlant School Gardening and Nutrition Programme is benefitting the school and the wider community...
Patensie songbird wins Agri’s Got Talent 2025
Twenty-five-year-old Jenedine Jantjies from Patensie in the Eastern Cape was crowned the winner of this year’s Agri’s Got Talent competition after moving judges and audiences alike with her heartfelt renditions...
Royal Agricultural Show finds new home after two difficult years
The Royal Agricultural Society of KwaZulu-Natal has confirmed that the much-loved and anticipated Royal Agricultural Show will return in 2026 at a new venue, following a challenging two years.
Piet de Jager steps in as new CEO of Fresh Produce Exporters’ Forum
A smooth leadership transition over the next few months is the main aim as Piet de Jager, who took over from Anton Kruger as CEO of the Fresh Produce Exporters’...
Rail reforms offer fresh hope for agricultural logistics
The South African citrus industry has welcomed government’s decision to open Transnet’s rail network to private operators, seeing it as a potential game-changer for agricultural logistics.
SAB celebrates farmers at 130-year anniversary event
South African Breweries recently celebrated its 130-year anniversary by thanking farmers for their continued hard work in producing high-quality barley for its beer.
