DAFF report indicates farmers received drought aid too late
The Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (DAFF) recently supplied Farmer’s Weekly with its report, Draft 2016/17 Drought Scheme, which showed that a large portion of the R212 million allocated for drought assistance did reach farmers, but often too late.
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New Holland set to open direct branch in SA
New Holland has announced it will be handling its own imports, distribution and part supplies in South Africa by opening a direct branch.
Western Cape drought not broken despite massive storm
The violent storm that hit Cape Town and other parts of the Western Cape, brought some relief to the drought-ravaged province.
Free State veld fire warning
Free State Agriculture (FSA) has issued an urgent warning to its members to prepare for possible veld fire outbreaks in the province.
Sernick Bonsmara cattle auction fetches R15 million
The 39th annual Sernick Bonsmara Production auction in the Free State achieved a total turnover of R15,2 million.
Agri sector contributes 22,2% growth to SA’s struggling GDP
Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) announced on Tuesday that the country’s agriculture sector had grown 22,2% in the first quarter of the year.
Aid for producers in dry Northern and Western Cape
NWK will support an initiative by a group of producers from the Hoopstad region in the Free State, to collect and transport donations of maize.
Lake St Lucia Estuary dredging almost complete
Part of what has been described as South Africa’s largest wetland rehabilitation project is nearing completion.
Identify invasive plants this World Environment Day
Invasive Species South Africa is encouraging communities to learn more about invasive plants this World Environmental Day, which has been themed ‘Connecting people to nature’.
Wine of Origin Cape Town: A boost for SA wine industry
South African wines are set to attract greater international attention with the creation of a new Wine of Origin district, named after one of the world’s foremost tourism brands.
El Niño threat in SA on the wane
Indications were that an El Niño event could be still be expected during the coming spring and summer seasons in SA.
Shiraz SA winners announced
Shiraz SA recently announced its top 12 Shiraz wines at an award ceremony held at Rhebokskloof Wine Farm in Paarl.
Investigate drought relief fund allocation: Agri SA
Agri SA has made an urgent request for the Office of the Public Protector and the Auditor-General of South Africa to conduct a forensic audit to investigate alleged discrepancies in how funds had been allocated for drought relief, and allegedly corrupt procurement processes.
Potato prices driven by stock availability
Potato prices climbed 14% during trade on Tuesday, 30 May, with lower stocks driving the market.
Indigenous Foods of Africa Festival
Representatives from countries across Africa recently gathered at an indigenous foods event hosted in Limpopo to showcase the cuisine of their respective countries.
Nampo 2017 breaks attendance record with 78 000 visitors
The aim of Grain SA’s annual Nampo Harvest Day was not to chase numbers, but to form a conduit between producers and suppliers.
Agri-conference to discuss investment challenges for Africa
The Agribusiness Africa Conference, brought to you by Farmer’s Weekly, will take place on 4 and 5 July at Emperors Palace in Johannesburg, and will bring together some of the brightest minds in agriculture in Africa today.
Farmer’s Weekly increases 2017 Royal Show participation
The 167th Royal Show will be held from 26 May to 4 June in Pietermaritzburg, and show-goers will have the opportunity to meet some of the team members behind Farmer’s Weekly.
Zokwana: Protect farmers and farmworkers
A moment of silence was called for at the start of the agriculture budget debate for those farmers and farmworkers who had lost their lives in farm attacks.
Award-winning Southey family shares Merino tips
Following his success at being named Voermol Sheep Farmer of the Year for 2016, Julian Southey recently hosted several hundred farmers on his farm Manor Holme near Middelburg in the Eastern Cape to share more about the farming practices.
