Fruit farmers relieved as Tiger Brands sells canning factory for R1
There was a sense of relief and excitement among fruit farmers and communities surrounding Ashton in the Western Cape as food giant Tiger Brands announced it would sell its canning...
Eastern Cape agri campaign teaches learners to grow their own food
The Empowering Learners Through Agriculture campaign, launched by the Eastern Cape department of agriculture, aims to uplift schoolchildren by teaching them about growing their own food.
Family farmers visit Nampo every year to boost their business
The Coetzee family visit Nampo every year looking for technology and innovations to help them on their farm in North West.
Visitor gallery: Nampo Day 3 and 4
Here are some photos taken by the Farmer's Weekly team on Day 3 of Nampo.
Designer seed the next focus for agricultural technology
Designer seed that focus on providing solutions to problems faced by farmers in specific regions is currently driving research at seed companies.
Steenhuisen on the 49 refugees and life after AGOA
Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen told the media at Nampo 2025 that he was focusing his attention on the farmers that stayed in South Africa, and not those that have decided...
‘Fresh produce markets must be preserved at all costs’
The importance of preserving and future-proofing South Africa’s fresh produce markets was emphasised at the World Union of Wholesale Markets conference, held in Johannesburg, Gauteng from 14 to 16 May...
Nampo 2025: Visitors more focussed on cost-efficient purchases compared to 2024, say exhibitors
After speaking to some exhibitors at Nampo, it would appear that farmers made fewer high-value purchases at the show this year, opting to buy more cost-effective items and machinery.
Global conference delegates experience vibrance of Joburg market
On the third day of the World Union of Wholesale Markets conference, held in Johannesburg, Gauteng, delegates were treated to a tour of the Joburg Fresh Produce Market. Nearly 100...
Getting to know the mounted officers at Nampo
Sergeant Mothasi Mgika and Constable Lerato Marai patrol the south gate entrance of Nampo Park on their horses Awakening and Bringani.
Nation in Conversation: Nampo sees lively debate on Expropriation Act
During a Nation in Conversation panel discussion, agricultural role players discussed the contentious Expropriation Act.
Africa needs to rethink its trade strategy, says trade specialists
The volatile geo-political environment has had dire consequences for world trade, with South Africa being at risk of losing essential market access.
Southern Africa to bear the brunt of climate change
Climate change is set to have a particularly adverse effect on agriculture in Southern Africa, delegates at the World Union of Wholesale Markets conference in Johannesburg, Gauteng, were told.
Deputy president Mashatile attends Nampo to meet with agri role players
Deputy President Paul Mashatile attend Nampo 2025 on the third day of the show in an official capacity.
John Deere OFM ‘Lekker soos ‘n Trekker’ winner announced
An instant lawn farmer from Bloemfontein, Richard Carey, is the proud winner of a new John Deere 5045D tractor in the John Deere OFM ‘Lekker soos ‘n Trekker’ competition.
‘South Africa can drive food security in the region’
South Africa was lauded for its “world-class farmers and agri-food system infrastructure” at the World Union of Wholesale Markets (WUWM) Conference held in Johannesburg, Gauteng this week.
Nation in Conversation at Nampo: Preparing for the future of agriculture
In a Nation in Conversation panel discussion at Nampo 2025, panellists discussed the trends that will shape the agriculture sector in the future.
Nation in Conversation at Nampo: Implementing sustainable practices to meet ESG goals
During a recent Nation in Conversation panel discussion, panellists discussed the importance of sustainable practices in meeting environmental, social and governance goals.
More government officials expected to visit Nampo 2025
Despite less than two days remaining of the Nampo Harvest Day 2025, at least three more governments officials are expected to make an appearance at the show, following President Cyril...
Visitor gallery from Nampo Day 2
Farmer’s Weekly took some photos of the visitors on Day 2 of Nampo. Were you snapped?
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