CASE IH partners with Western Cape Department of Agriculture
During Nampo Cape, a significant partnership was announced between CASE IH and the Western Cape Department of Agriculture. This collaboration aims to enhance agricultural technology and support farmers in the...
Debt restructuring marks key milestone in Land Bank’s recovery
Land Bank has announced the successful conclusion of its debt restructuring solution, marking a critical step in its financial recovery.
Sacta levy supports new cultivar development in seed industry
The South African Cultivar and Technology Agency (Sacta) is driving new cultivar development in the seed industry through its breeding and technology levy, which supports innovation and growth across the...
Optimisation of available technology needed to address the cost squeeze
During an Agri in Conversation panel discussion at Nampo Cape on Wednesday, experts highlighted the cost-price-squeeze effect, urging farmers to focus on profitability and efficient use of inputs amid rising...
Agri industry heading for better times
While agribusiness confidence has been relatively low over the past few quarters, Absa’s AgriTrends 2024 Spring Edition, recently released at Nampo Cape in Bredasdorp, Western Cape, highlighted several signs that...
South Africa sees drop in tractor and harvester sales
Retail sales of agricultural machinery in South Africa experienced a notable decline in August 2024, reflecting broader challenges faced by the agriculture sector.
More funding needed to flood-proof Olifants River
Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism Dr Ivan Meyer recently handed over R14,98 million to the Citrusdal Water Users’ Association.
Agri 5 Expo points emerging farmers to smart farming solutions
The Agri5 Expo recently brought together over 5 000 farmers in East London to explore innovative farming solutions and smart agriculture practices.
Stronger trade relations forged between South Africa and China
South Africa and China have taken their “ever-growing” friendship to the next level to consolidate mutual trust, expand co-operation and enhance coordination between the two countries.
Get ready for ‘bigger and better’ Nampo Cape
This year, the Overberg in the Western Cape will be celebrating the fifth instalment of Nampo Cape (NPC) and the 30th anniversary of Mechanisation Day. This year’s NPC, taking place...
Dr Faffa Malan publishes animal health book
An updated edition of Vaccines and Immunisation of Farm Animals, written by veterinarians Dr Jan du Preez and Dr Faffa Malan, was recently launched at a event at the offices...
Valeska van Schoor wins Gauteng Young Farmer of the Year Award
The Obaro headquarters in Silver Lakes, Pretoria, hosted Agri Gauteng’s prestigious Young Farmer of the Year award ceremony on Wednesday. Valeska van Schoor, a vegetable farmer, emerged victorious, earning the...
