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From cleaner to head of production: Hollard Game Changer honoured at Nampo Cape

A celebration of cheese and changemakers took place on Thursday evening at Nampo Cape in Bredasdorp during a cocktail evening hosted by Hollard.

Practical tips for cutting electricity costs and going solar

Before investing in solar energy, farmers should carefully review their electricity bills and usage patterns to avoid unnecessary costs and mistakes. This was the message from Gerrit Germishuys, sales manager...
Dr Tobias Doyer, CEO of Grain SA (left), accompanied South Africa’s Deputy President Paul Mashatile (middle) on a walkabout of Nampo Cape with Dr Mogale Sebopetsa, the head of the Western Cape Department of Agriculture.

Mashatile pledges government support for agriculture at Nampo Cape

Deputy President Paul Mashatile visited Nampo Cape in Bredasdorp this week, where he met with industry leaders to discuss the challenges facing the country’s farmers.

Trump tariffs force SA to address problems on other markets

South Africa’s premium agriculture exporters are doubling down on the US market despite Donald Trump’s 30% tariffs.

New Holland’s CR10 combine lowers harvesting costs

Farmers visiting Nampo Cape in Bredasdorp this week are getting a first look at New Holland’s latest innovation in harvesting technology: the CR10 combine.
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Why farmers should move away from DNA testing to genomics

Beef cattle genetics and their role in shaping the industry’s future were put firmly in the spotlight at Nampo Cape 2025, currently being held in Bredasdorp in the Western Cape.

Unity key to securing the future of South Africa’s red meat industry

SA Stud Book recently hosted a discussion on the future of the red meat industry at Nampo Cape 2025, currently being held in Bredasdorp.

AgriSETA funding applications close on 15 September

Accredited training providers are called to apply for AgriSETA funding before the application window closes on 15 September 2025. In terms of South Africa’s Skills Development Act, AgriSETA is responsible...

‘Without traceability, SA red meat producers will get left behind’

Louw van Reenen, executive chairperson of the Beefmaster Group, told the Western Cape Red Meat Producers’ Organisation’s (RPO) annual general meeting, which recently took place during Nampo Cape in Bredasdorp,...

Machinery supplier gives learners insight into agri technology

For close to a century, since 1927, Rovic Leers has been invested in South African agriculture, specifically focusing on equipment fitted with the latest technology.

Bayer celebrates 111 years of Seedgrowth at Nampo Cape

Seed treatments are a powerful, efficient, and safe tool helping farmers to protect their seedlings during their most vulnerable stages of growth, especially during the first couple of weeks after...

Growth expected in agriculture, despite significant headwinds

Since 2024, the World Uncertainty Index has surged amid ongoing geopolitical issues and shifting trade policies, driving higher costs, slower growth, exchange rate volatility, and tougher global coordination. Despite these...
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