Citrus exports continue despite black spot
It’s business as usual for SA citrus exports to the EU, despite the recent fifth interception of citrus black spot (CBS) on fruit from this country.
Water allocation rights and fracking in the spotlight
The proposed National Water Policy Review could change the way farmers use their water allocations
Warnings of conflict over re-opening of land claims
The Department of Rural Development and Land Reform (DRDLR) was urged not to recommend the re-opening of the land claims process as the delayed transfer of gazetted claims heavily affected...
Rooibos industry a step closer to trademark
The rooibos industry has cleared the first hurdle towards achieving international protection for the use of the term ‘Rooibos’ while at the same time preventing misuse of the generic name...
New finance institution for fruit farmers
SA fruit marketer Capespan recently announced the launch of Capespan Capital, which will offer fruit farmers long- and short-term financing.
A website to beef up our lifestyle
The SA Red Meat Industry has launched a website where consumers can find a host of information, not only about how to cook and prepare their favourite beef dishes, but...
Sappi delists from NYSE
South Africa-based forestry, pulp and paper multinational Sappi has announced its intention to voluntarily delist its American Depositary Shares from the New York Stock Exchange.
Mines deny acid mine drainage responsibility
Taxpayers should foot the bill for acid mine drainage (AMD), as they benefited from the economic growth brought about by the mining sector.
Well-known agricultural scientist dies
Dr Abel Botha, one of South Africa’s foremost agricultural scientists specialising in fertiliser research died on August 29 in Johannesburg from cancer. He was 81 years old.
Cosatu warns of renewed farmworker strikes
SA is in the grip of strike season, but the Western Cape agricultural sector, the scene of violent strikes late last year and early this year, has not reported any...
Mantashe did not get preferential treatment – DAFF
The ANC general secretary, Gwede Mantashe, did not receive priority treatment from the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (DAFF), after the recent fires that affected several farms in the...
Competition time at Agri Mega Week
The 21st Agri Mega Week, taking place from Wednesday, 18 September, to Saturday, 21 September, at Mega Park, Bredasdorp, will play host to various competitions.
Smallholder farmers to be part of the solution
Smallholder farmers need to be part of the solution for the future of SA agriculture. “We should transform the challenges of smallholder farmers into solutions.
Boerboel breeders be warned
Legal wrangles between the South African Boerboel Breeders Association (SABBA) and the department of agriculture are still ongoing.
Afgri to investment long term in Africa
One of SA’s biggest agribusinesses, Afgri is repositioning itself as a food security company as it continues to invest in its growth on the continent.
Namibian agriculture slows in bad drought
Experts believe the current drought in Namibia is the worst experienced in three decades.
Checkers Tweets for trees
Checkers is urging shoppers to step up for spekboom plants (Portulacaria afra) this Arbour Week, which runs until September 7, to be planted on their behalf in underprivileged communities.
Boost for Zululand community game reserves
The productivity and sustainability of two KwaZulu-Natal community-owned game reserves recently received a boost in the form of a R22 million grant.
Land reform brings stability to Northern Cape
Land reform has brought stability and generated income in the Northern Cape, according to Obed Mvula, Northern Cape land affairs director.
R30 million boost for developing farmers
The Maize Trust has topped up its initial contribution to transformation projects in the maize industry with another R30 million.
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