Nematodes seen as a threat to smallholder farmers
More work is needed to make smallholder farmers aware of the damaging impact of plant parasitic nematodes on crops, and to equip these farmers with control strategies tailored to their...
Minister Banda calls for climate action
Speaking at the recent annual Kulumba Traditional Ceremony of the Chewa people of Malawi, Mozambique and Zambia, held in Zambia, Malawian Minister of Local Government, Unity and Culture, Richard Chimwendo...
Senepol bull sold for a record price of R165 000
A Senepol bull, bred by Blackpool Senepol Stud in Cathcart, Eastern Cape, was sold for a South African record price of R165 000 for the breed.
Mpumalanga farm builds water-based solar plant
Radley Landgoed, a 1 900ha family-owned farm near Malelane in Mpumalanga, has constructed a large-scale water-based solar plant, marking a significant innovation in the agricultural sector's approach to renewable energy.
US meat industry pushes back on ‘price-gouging’ plan
Trade groups in the US are pushing back against a plan announced by Vice-President Kamala Harris to place a federal ban on “price gouging” in the grocery industry.
Severe negligence exposed at government-backed fish farm
In a shocking revelation, the National Council of Societies for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (NSPCA) has exposed severe negligence at a government-supported fish farm in Mpumalanga that specialises...
Finding ways to strengthen SA exports to Europe
With global markets shifting towards sustainability, the Eastern Cape Export Symposium spotlighted how the European Union (EU) and South Africa’s strategic partnership is opening doors for agricultural innovation and eco-friendly...
Industry faces ongoing scrutiny over seed access claims
Months after the release of the Competition Commission’s Fresh Produce Market Inquiry (FPMI) report, the seed industry is still battling the accusation that there is an active strategy to limit...
SA exports 32 horses to Europe after ban is lifted
Following a 13-year ban due to African horse sickness, South Africa has resumed direct horse exports to Europe, with the first shipment of 32 horses arriving in Belgium on 18...
Zim’s latest land compensation offer draws criticism
The Zimbabwe government’s latest announcement regarding compensation for land lost by white farmers during the land reform process in the 2000s was nothing but propaganda, according to Saai chairperson Dr...
Top-performing Eastern Cape women honoured at entrepreneur awards
On the evening of 15 August 2024, the Eastern Cape Department of Rural Development and Agrarian Reform hosted its annual Women Entrepreneur Awards in Gqeberha, where MEC Nonceba Kontsiwe honoured...
Economic policies under fire as SA unemployment rises
South Africa’s job market continues to deteriorate, with the official unemployment rate surging to 33,5% in the second quarter of 2024.
Dairy industry needs a FMD protocol
The foot-and-mouth (FMD) outbreak in the Eastern Cape is highlighting the need for an FMD protocol specifically developed for the dairy industry.
Assistant agricultural practitioners’ contracts abruptly terminated
Over 4 000 graduates who were part of the Assistant Agricultural Practitioners (AAP) Programme have found themselves unemployed following the abrupt termination of their contracts.
UFS to open Faculty of Veterinary Science by 2027
Dr Lindi von Maltitz, an agricultural economist at the University of the Free State (UFS), has announced the decision to establish a Faculty of Veterinary Science. This announcement was made...
Overcoming fresh produce challenges: Key takeaways from IFPA
Miriam Wolk, chief membership officer of the International Fresh Produce Association, shared ways to weather fresh produce market challenges at the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) Southern Africa conference, recently...
Rapid response team launched to combat foot-and-mouth disease
The livestock industry has welcomed the establishment of a rapid response team to deal with foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreaks.
Agri females on the rise, but barriers persist
Female participation in the agriculture sector is increasing as new technology levels the playing field and creates new opportunities for a host of careers. Female farmers however still face significant...
Swift response prevents Malmesbury floods tragedy
A dam breach in the early hours of Thursday morning led to severe flooding in the Riverlands and Dassenberg areas near Malmesbury, causing widespread destruction across the local area.
Factors hindering urban food production discussed at Food Indaba
The sixth annual Food Indaba, held in Cape Town from 22 July to 4 August, focused on understanding the city's food systems, from farming and processing to distribution and waste...
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