FMD: SA being held hostage by a broken system
South Afrika cannot continue managing FMD outbreaks with outdated structures and fragmented authority, hoping a patchwork of short-term measures will ...
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22 July | Vox Weather’s daily forecast
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Youth holds key to the farming future
A groundbreaking report from the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has shed new light on the pivotal role ...
FMD indaba | A necessary foot-and-mouth disease dialogue
South Africa is working to find long-term solutions for our biosecurity challenges. By Wandile Sihlobo, Chief Economist of the Agricultural ...
Goat farming, skincare and blockchain: An inspiring model for rural enterprise
In many rural corners of South Africa, impactful stories often unfold quietly, led by people whose determination speaks louder than ...
FMD | Indaba in Pretoria MUST bring solutions
The country’s leading veterinary and agricultural experts are meeting in Pretoria today and tomorrow (21 and 22 July) to find ...
Water prices could leave farmers more vulnerable
The Department of Water and Sanitation has announced a new pricing strategy that will gradually eliminate the maximum allowable water ...
Market Pulse: Livestock markets navigate challenging terrain
South African agricultural markets are experiencing significant shifts across multiple sectors, with livestock prices showing mixed signals while grain and ...
NAMC backs small-scale farmer support in fresh produce markets reform
A recent commentary by the National Agricultural Marketing Council (NAMC) strongly endorses measures to address the persistent barriers facing small-scale ...
Established in 2020, African Farming aims to support black commercial farming in South Africa by providing informative and inspiring content and creating communication and education channels to help farmers develop and grow. Its initiatives include African Farming information days and workshops, which empower farmers – whether new or experienced – to build profitable and sustainable farming enterprises.