North West farmer wins New Holland tractor
Pierre Vercueil, a farmer from Setlagoli, North West, won a New Holland TT3.45 (2WD) tractor in the CNH Parts & Service ‘Win a Tractor’ competition. The tractor was handed over...
Free State roads in “abominable” state, despite reported investment
In her recent State of the Province Address, Free State Premier Maqueen Joyce Letsoha-Mathae said that the provincial government had invested R1,9 billion in road infrastructure projects over the past...
South Africa’s agricultural exports achieve record high in 2024
South Africa's agriculture sector achieved a record high US$13,7 billion (about R255 billion) in export value in 2024, a 3% increase on the previous year, according to data from Trade...
Late plantings pose a problem for grain and oilseed farmers
Pannar Seed (Pannar) recently hosted its Extravaganza 2025 in Val, eastern Mpumalanga, during which agronomists and farmers discussed the pressing challenges facing the grains and oilseed industry.
How the wine industry is battling extreme weather and skills shortages
The South African wine industry is working hard to position itself for a better future. This was the key message that emerged during a panel discussion hosted by South Africa...
‘Sustainable livestock crucial to EU economy’ – vision document
The European Commission (EC) has vowed to strengthen the competitiveness and resilience of sensitive agriculture industries, such as livestock farming.
New cases of foot-and-mouth disease confirmed in KZN
KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) continues its battle against foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), with recent test results confirming further cases in the province.
SA experiences worst African armyworm infestation on record
The current African armyworm outbreak has reached historic proportions since first reported in Mpumalanga, Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal on 15 February, according to Dr Gerhard Verdoorn, operations and stewardship manager of...
Soil health improves, but yields lag in regenerative agriculture trial
A regenerative agriculture trial at Tygerhoek Experimental Farm near Riviersonderend in the Western Cape is yielding promising results in terms of soil health, according to Lisa Smorenburg, scientific technician at...
Vaccination urgently needed to avert bird flu crisis
The South African Poultry Association (SAPA) has warned that South Africa may face catastrophic consequences without the vaccination against highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI).
Rooibos exports keeping the industry going
Despite slightly lower rooibos tea crop expectations in 2025, the rooibos export market remains on an upward trend.
Load-shedding remains a challenge for agriculture
While the agriculture sector has become more prepared, the reintroduction of load-shedding on Saturday is driving up production costs.
Trump administration disrupts US bird flu response
As the avian influenza outbreak in the US worsens, health experts are expressing concern about the disruption caused by the new administration of President Donald Trump to the country’s response...
Eastern Cape farmers receive 300 sheep to improve flock genetics
The Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture recently donated more than 300 sheep, including rams and ewes, to wool growers’ associations in the OR Tambo District as part of efforts to...
Zimbabwe targeting a 340% increase in crop production in 2025
The government of Zimbabwe is targeting a 340% increase in major crop production for the 2024/25 summer season, which was a positive step towards national self-sufficiency, according to Positive Eye...
African armyworm detected on farms in three provinces
An outbreak of the African armyworm (Spodoptera exempta) has been reported in Gauteng, Mpumalanga, and Limpopo, according to Roger Price, research team manager at the Agricultural Research Council, and Dr...
Budget postponement over VAT dispute could affect grants, frontline services
In a first for democratic South Africa, the national budget speech was cancelled moments after it was due to be tabled in parliament by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana on Wednesday...
Buffalo bull with 56-inch horns sells for R22 million
Magic, a buffalo bull with 56-inch horns, was recently sold for R22 million at the Piet du Toit Wildlife Auction in North West. The bull was sold to four buyers.
Steenhuisen hits back at allegations made against him and government
Minister John Steenhuisen of the Department of Agriculture called a media briefing at Parliament in Cape Town on Tuesday to address what he said was ‘misinformation being peddled by certain...
Prioritise roads and ports in Budget 2025 – Wine SA
With Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana set to deliver the Budget Speech 2025 on 19 February, Christo Conradie, stakeholder engagement, market access and policy manager at South Africa Wine, said he...
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