SANParks relocates Sylvester the lion

Sylvester, the lion that escaped from the Karoo National Park in March this year, arrived at the Addo Elephant National Park on 27 May.

Shell Donates R1 million towards drought relief

A donation of R1 million by Shell to Agri SA’s Drought Relief fund comes at a crucial time as livestock and grain farmers in drought-stricken areas struggle to keep animals alive and plan ahead for the season.

KNP loses African wild dogs to diseases

The Kruger National Park (KNP) lost a pack of 16 African wild dogs, known as the Lower Sabie pack, towards the weekend of 21-22 May, to canine distemper.

New programme to link KZN agri graduates with job opportunities

In a first for South Africa, the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (KZN DARD) recently launched the Agricultural Graduates Placement Programme (AGPP).

Soya bean farmers expect smaller harvest

The latest commodities outlook released by Agbiz indicated that South Africa’s soya bean harvest will be lower this season.

Western Cape’s top young farmer for 2016 announced

A table grape farmer from the Hex River Valley, Jacques Beukes, has been named the 2016 Western Cape Young Farmer of the Year.

National Assembly passes motion to declare drought a national disaster

The drought that has been ravaging large parts of South Africa and which has placed many farmers at risk of financial distress, could soon be declared a national disaster, after the National Assembly agreed to adopt a motion posed by DA MP Annette Steyn.

National Assembly approves Expropriation Bill

The National Assembly in Parliament has approved the Expropriation Bill and it is now awaiting assent from President Jacob Zuma.

Drought-related grazing shortages take toll on animals

Drought-related issues dominated this month’s Ruminant Veterinary Association of South Africa (RuVASA) disease report.

SA fruit industry not ready for new international container weight regulations

South African fruit exporters have just over a month left to prepare themselves for a new international requirement concerning the weighing of shipping containers.

Next grain crop estimate will impact on import decisions

The National Crop Estimates Committee (CEC) will release its fifth production forecast on Thursday 26 May.

Local Rhino horn trade ban lifted

South Africa’s ban on the trade in rhino horn has been lifted, despite a Supreme Court of Appeal application against the ruling by the Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA).

Engen donates R1 million to Drought Relief Fund

The manager of commercial fuels at Engen, Mike Stead, presented the Agri SA Drought Relief Fund with a cheque for R1 million at the recent 2016 Nampo Harvest Day, to assist farmers in areas that have been affected by the drought.

SA’s leading Shiraz wines announced

The results of the 4th Shiraz SA Wine Challenge were recently announced during an award ceremony held at Rhebokskloof in Paarl.

2017 could be a good year for maize, despite current drought

Through innovation, producers were better-able to survive the current drought than previous droughts. This was according to Wessel Lemmer, senior agricultural economist at Absa, who spoke to Farmer’s Weekly at the Nampo Harvest Day.

Government policies explored at Nation in Conversation

Government policies, failed policies and issues surrounding policies were explored at this year’s Nation in Conversation dialogue at Nampo.

SA farmers not selling enough fresh produce in Africa

South Africa’s farmers, through the country’s network of fresh produce markets, should be supplying more vegetables to countries in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region.

Farmers must take responsibility for transformation

It is vital for South African farmers to take ownership of transformation in agriculture, according to Prof Piet Croucamp, political analyst and columnist.

Agricultural stalwart Hans Lombard passes away

Veteran agricultural writer and industry stalwart, Hans Lombard, passed away last night in his sleep. He recently celebrated his 90th birthday.

International commodity prices on the decline

Poor economic growth in China, coupled with general poor economic performance in the rest of the world, had resulted in a decline in global commodity prices, according to Wessel Lemmer, senior agricultural economist at Absa.

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