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.
SA farmers alarmed over US poultry import concession
South African chicken farmers have raised serious concerns over the potential introduction of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), or bird flu, from the US, warning that the disease is currently rampant across all poultry-producing states in the US.
Daybreak workers block R50 in protest over unpaid salaries
Tensions continued to mount at Daybreak Foods as more than 100 employees protested outside the poultry producer’s Delmas facility on Wednesday, blocking the R50 route and bringing operations to a halt.
Steenhuisen marks 100 years of agricultural extension
Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 58th Annual Conference of the South African Society for Agricultural Extension, Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen paid tribute to the vital role played by extension officers in agriculture.
NSPCA lays criminal charges over Daybreak Farms animal deaths
The National Council of the Societies for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (NSPCA) has filed criminal charges against the board of directors of Daybreak Farms following what it describes as “a catastrophic welfare crisis” in which more than one million chickens suffered or died due to extreme neglect and mismanagement.
Steenhuisen leads visit to Karan Beef feedlot as FMD battle intensifies
Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen and Gauteng MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development Vuyiswa Ramokgopa visited the Karan Beef feedlot in Heidelberg, Gauteng, on Monday as part of a national effort to combat the ongoing foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreak.
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Karan Beef confirms foot-and-mouth disease at three feedlots
Three of South Africa’s largest commercial cattle feedlots, operated by Karan Beef, have tested positive for foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), placing approximately 160 000 head of cattle under immediate control measures.
Rising meat prices drive food inflation amid FMD outbreak
While South Africa’s overall consumer inflation held steady at 2,8% in May, food inflation has become a growing concern, driven largely by rising meat prices and a nationwide foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreak that continues to disrupt supply chains and push costs higher.
Money-spinning auction confirms high stakes in Greyhound breeding
At a record-breaking auction in Bela-Bela, Limpopo, Southern African Greyhound breeders paid a staggering R2,4 million for 65 greyhounds, with the top-priced dog fetching R400 000. The sale was held by André Kock & Seun Limpopo, with director Paul van Vuuren in attendance as a bidder.
SA launches poultry vaccination to combat bird flu
In an effort to curb the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), government has officially launched its first-ever mass poultry vaccination strategy
Steenhuisen outlines strategic pillars at TMR Conference
Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen has reaffirmed government’s commitment to transforming the country’s livestock sector by accelerating the implementation of commodity-based development models.
Peanut butter company fined R500 000 over unsafe aflatoxin levels
The House of Natural Butters has been given a R500 000 fine after their peanut butter products were found to contain elevated levels of aflatoxins.
Satire article sparks concern over fake news in agriculture
A satirical article about a Limpopo farming community slaughtering the 30 cows awarded to them has been taken as truth by some.
North West’s central farmer database sets national example
As part of the Unemployed Agricultural Graduates Entrepreneurial Development Programme, North West has developed a centralised database to better match graduates to working farms.
Cash injection has not solved crisis at Daybreak poultry farms
The crumbling state of operations at poultry producer Daybreak Foods has laid bare a devastating animal welfare and governance crisis. A court ruling handed down on Friday has dealt a decisive blow to the company, as the Gauteng High Court made final an urgent interim order obtained by the National Council of Societies for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals in South Africa. (NSPCA) on 10 May.
SA’s citrus industry gears up for strong export season
South Africa’s citrus industry is gearing up for another robust export season, with projections indicating a rise of 3,6% in export volumes to 171,1 million 15kg-equivalent cartons in 2025, up from last year’s final tally of 164,5 million 15kg-equivalent cartons.
Limpopo hosts G20 Meeting of Agricultural Scientists
On Monday, 26 May, South Africa officially opened the G20 Meeting of Agricultural Chief Scientists (MACS) at the Ranch Resort in Polokwane, Limpopo.
South Africa on track for bumper harvest in 2025
According to the latest crop estimates released by the Crop Estimate Committee (CEC), the updated figures show significant gains across a range of summer and winter crops, most notably maize, indicating a strong recovery from the previous drought-affected season.
Farmers and landowners urged to prepare for fire season
As wildfire season grips the northern parts of South Africa, landowners, farmers, and residents are being urged to act swiftly and responsibly to mitigate the risks posed by fast-moving fires driven by dry winds, unmanaged vegetation, and human negligence.
Royal Agricultural Society confirms no Royal Show in 2025
In a major disappointment to the agricultural community and the general public, the Royal Agricultural Society has officially confirmed that there will be no Royal Agricultural Show in 2025.
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