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- A brilliant bushveld break between Bela-Bela and Modimolle
The distinctive touch, diligence, and 24/7 customer care are just a few of the reasons you should visit four-star Tourism Council-graded Pumula Game Farm. Read more » - A legacy of growth and innovation
Pride Milling, a leader in South Africa’s maize industry, continues to grow through innovation, strategic expansion, and strong leadership under the guidance of CEO Jorrie Jordaan. Read more » - Building relationships to ensure longevity
Hendrik Eksteen, CEO of Grow Fresh Produce Agents, says maintaining farmer relationships is key to the company’s success. Read more » - A business passionate about upliftment
HarvestFresh Farms and Thebe Investment Corporation are committed not only to growing this already-thriving business but uplifting the community in the process. Read more » - Promising outlook for summer crops
The yields for all summer crops have been revised upward in the recently released second production forecast of the Crop Estimates Committee (CEC). Read more » - Funding and technical support put new enterprises on the market
Strategic collaborations have enabled some Eastern Cape partnerships to develop and commercialise products aimed at health-conscious South Africans. Read more » - Fresh Produce Market Inquiry comes under the spotlight at conference
The Competition Commission’s Fresh Produce Market Inquiry (FPMI) report, which was released in January, offered some valuable insights, but some recommendations were deemed unrealistic and impractical by industry experts. Read more » - Consumers being misled by grass-fed beef ‘misinformation’ – new report
Beef from grass-fed cattle is often touted as being more environmentally friendly than that produced by cattle in feedlots, as the former is considered less carbon intensive. However, the findings of a new study say otherwise. Read more » - Farmers urged to be on the lookout for second African armyworm strike
Famers have been warned to prepare for a second strike of African armyworm (Spodoptera exempta) during this or next week (week of 31 March). Read more » - Key farming tips to help new farmers succeed
Farming requires patience, resilience, and strategic planning. Duncan Serapelwane, owner of Moalosi Bonsmara, shares essential advice for emerging farmers, focusing on sustainability, budgeting, biosecurity, and leveraging nature for long-term success. Read more »
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