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Severe fodder shortage in Western Cape
The Western Cape is experiencing a severe shortage of fodder after recent fires in the greater Knysna and Plettenberg Bay areas damaged almost all grazing.
Agribusiness programme highlights
Pravin Gordhan, Dr Theo de Jager and Dr Langa Simela are some of the speakers at this year’s conference. View the programme highlights for more info.
Theo de Jager to lead World Farmers’ Organisation
South African avocado, Boer goat, macadamia, and litchi farmer, Dr Theo de Jager, has been chosen as president of the World Farmers’ Organisation (WFO) in Helsinki, Finland. He is the first South African to head the organisation.
Senwes’ solar-powered Hennenman silo a first for SA
Senwes is the first agribusiness to install a solar-powered silo in SA The Solar PV, unveiled in early June at Hennenman silo, comprises 1120 solar panels.
Positive outlook for red meat highlighted at N Cape congress
The red meat industry is currently in a healthy position and producers should take advantage of the many opportunities presented by the local and international market.
High prices at Considerata SA Droughtmaster’s inaugural sale
Considerata SA’s first-ever Droughtmaster beef breed production sale, held late last month, achieved impressive prices. A total of 47 animals went under the hammer at AfriDome in Parys, Free State.
Growing farmer confidence reflected in tractor purchases
With record summer grain crop harvests projected for South Africa, the country’s farmers were reportedly elated. This, according to Agbiz, was reflected in the farmers’ confidence to invest in buying new tractors for their operations.
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Northern Cape receives record entries for FEA
A record number of women from across the Northern Cape have entered the provincial leg of the annual Female Entrepreneur of the Year Awards (FEA) competition.
World record price for SA mohair
The world record price for mohair was surpassed this week by a staggering R37/kg, resulting in the record price of R896/kg.
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.
