Jyothi Laldas
Jyothi Laldas is an accomplished journalist with 15 years of experience in the news media industry. She has established herself as a respected voice in the field, known for her keen insights and passion for storytelling. Jyothi grew up on a farm in rural KwaZulu-Natal, a background that instilled in her a deep appreciation for hard work and the importance of community. Her passion for writing and learning about people has been a driving force throughout her career, enabling her to connect with her audience and bring important stories to light. Jyothi‘s journalistic journey has been marked by her dedication to providing accurate and impactful reporting on a range of topics.
Boxer Farmers’ Day supports Ndwedwe growers with training, mentorship
Boxer Superstores hosted a farmers’ day in Ndwedwe, KwaZulu-Natal, drawing close to 300 farmers from the area for a full day of practical training, mentorship, and empowerment.
South Africa signs landmark stone fruit trade deal with China
South African Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen on Wednesday announced a major win for South Africa’s fruit sector as he signed a one-of-a-kind stone fruit trade protocol with China.
Karan Beef confirms second FMD case at Heidelberg feedlot
Karan Beef has confirmed a second case of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) at its feedlot in Heidelberg, Gauteng, detected on 1 October.
Karan Beef truck accident results in death of seven cattle
Seven cattle died when a Karan Beef truck transporting livestock was involved in an accident on the N3 near the Tugela off-ramp in KwaZulu-Natal in the early hours of Tuesday, 7 October.
Port of Gauteng could benefit agriculture, says Grain SA
Investment in modern, integrated logistics infrastructure at the Port of Gauteng could reduce agricultural transport costs, improve the reliability of logistics, and strengthen South Africa’s regional and global market competitiveness, helping farmers to expand production, sustain jobs, and strengthen food security.
Farmers urged to prepare for La Niña conditions
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) released its summer seasonal forecast, cautioning farmers to prepare for a wetter-than-usual summer as the country moves towards a weak La Niña event.
Learners gain practical skills through EduPlant programme
In Diepkloof, Soweto, the Philip Kushlick School for learners with special needs recently highlighted how the EduPlant School Gardening and Nutrition Programme is benefitting the school and the wider community during a site visit to their food garden on Friday, 12 September.
Royal Agricultural Show finds new home after two difficult years
The Royal Agricultural Society of KwaZulu-Natal has confirmed that the much-loved and anticipated Royal Agricultural Show will return in 2026 at a new venue, following a challenging two years.
Rail reforms offer fresh hope for agricultural logistics
The South African citrus industry has welcomed government’s decision to open Transnet’s rail network to private operators, seeing it as a potential game-changer for agricultural logistics.
KZN farmers face mounting hardship after enduring R65m in flood damages
KwaZulu-Natal’s (KZN) agriculture sector has faced R65 million in losses due to floods and storms experienced this year alone.
Creighton dairy farmer named young farmer of the year
Thirty-nine-year-old Creighton dairy farmer Dale Hutton was named the 2025 Toyota SA/Kwanalu Young Farmer of the Year earlier this week.
SAPS officer arrested for theft of livestock worth R450 000
A 34-year-old member of the South African Police Service (SAPS) Stock Theft Unit in Standerton, Mpumalanga, was arrested on Friday, 29 August, on charges of stock theft worth over R450 000.
Industry welcomes new sugar regulation
The sugar industry has welcomed the 13 August Government Gazette in which Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition Parks Tau approved a block exemption allowing growers, millers, retailers, and food and beverage manufacturers to consult on procuring over 90% of local sugar without breaching the Competition Act (No. 89 of 1998).
FMD update: new industry-government task team to tackle disease
South Africa’s fight against foot-and-mouth disease requires a complete overhaul of systems and stronger collaboration across the livestock sector, Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen said on Monday at a media briefing.
Gauteng women and youth honoured for driving agricultural innovation
The Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development hosted the Women and Young Entrepreneurs Awards 2025 on 26 August at the Gallagher Convention Centre, Midrand, celebrating the women and youth driving innovation, resilience, and sustainability in Gauteng agriculture.
South Africa’s largest red meat stakeholder survey launched
Participants in South Africa’s red meat value chain, from smallholder communal farmers to large-scale commercial operators, are being urged to participate in the new Red Meat Voice 2025 survey.
R2 million bull sold at Mosdene Boran Stud’s first auction
At Mosdene Boran Stud’s first production auction, held on Saturday, 9 August, at Silver Lakes Farm Hotel in Pretoria, Gauteng, Lot 10 (Odysseus E18-138), a Boran bull with a pedigree of legendary sires, sold for R2 million.
Cheap imports, US tariffs hit optimism over bumper sugar cane harvest
Despite an estimated increase of more than one million tons in sugar cane production this season, South Africa’s sugar industry faces mounting economic pressure that threatens to dampen the positive harvest outlook.
Agriculture boosts SA economy despite disease setbacks and uneven recovery
Despite persistent challenges caused by foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) and avian influenza, South Africa’s agriculture sector was the strongest performer in the country’s otherwise struggling economy, recording the highest growth of any sector in the first quarter (Q1) of 2025.
Meat prices push SA food inflation to 15-month high
South Africa’s food price inflation continued to climb in June, driven largely by surging meat prices, which reached a 25-month high and intensified pressure on already strained household budgets.
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