KZN farmers: Apply now for free farm inputs and mechanisation help
Farmers across KwaZulu-Natal have a golden opportunity to boost their farming operations as the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development ...
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How climate change is reshaping beef cattle production in SA
Over the past three decades, the beef cattle sector has experienced significant changes due to rising temperatures, altered rainfall patterns ...
North West agricultural conference: Reinventing extension services for greater impact
The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development successfully hosted its 11th Provincial Extension and Advisory Conference from 21 ...
WATCH | Steenhuisen discusses foot-and-mouth disease
We spoke to John Steenhuisen, Minister of Agriculture, about foot-and-mouth disease in South Africa. He discussed the seriousness of the ...
Soybeans: Good feedback on moisture levels
Grain SA’s sunflower and soybean working group appreciates the positive feedback from cooperatives and soybean storers in response to its ...
Western Cape renews partnership with commodity organisations
The Western Cape Department of Agriculture (WCDoA) and commodity partners met on 5 May to renew their Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) ...
Smallholder farmers’ participation crucial in G20 agricultural discussions
The G20 Agriculture National Dialogue centred on eight key themes: transforming agricultural systems, promoting biodiversity, enhancing soil health, addressing climate ...
A successful move from civil service to commercial farming
By Maile Matsimela Sydney Claassen, a vegetable farmer from Lynedoch, Stellenbosch, exemplifies agricultural entrepreneurship through his successful transition from civil ...
WATCH: Smallholder farmers join the Unilever supply chain
One hundred smallholder farmers in the Jozini Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, have been integrated into Unilever’s supply chain, providing chillies and herbs ...
A basic guide to farming with Angora goats
Angora goats are true dual-purpose animals, valued for both mohair and meat. Mohair, a scarce and luxurious fibre, continues to ...
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.