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- Government expands FMD vaccination drive to Eastern Cape communal farmers
The Department of Agriculture is stepping up its foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) response in communal farming areas, with Deputy Minister Nokuzola Capa saying government is now focusing on communities that were not reached during the initial phase of the national vaccination campaign. Read more » - Digital platform aims to simplify FMD vaccination for farmers
A new digital platform developed by software and technology company Buffalo Analytics, in partnership with vaccine importer Dunevax Biotech, aims to simplify the regulatory process for South Africa’s private-sector foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) vaccination programme, providing government with real-time vaccination data. Read more » - Getting the most out of spray drones
Spray drones offer clear advantages on the farm, but their success depends on how well they are managed. From drift control to logistics, careful planning is key to getting the best results. Anroé Steyn spoke to Glenneis Kriel about this. Read more » - KZN sugar farmers battle cane cutter shortage
Sugar cane growers along the KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) North Coast are battling an unexpected labour shortage during peak harvesting season, as many foreign workers have left farming communities following the March & March movement's recent mobilisations in the province and government's crackdown on undocumented foreign nationals. Read more » - Rooibos seeds to make historic journey to International Space Station
A small batch of rooibos seeds from the Cederberg is set to embark on an extraordinary journey later this year, travelling thousands of kilometres from South Africa, via the United States, to the International Space Station (ISS) and back to local soil. Read more » - Soil health defined by function, shaped by context
Soil health is more than just a definition; it’s a functional powerhouse for agriculture. Gerhard du Preez, an associate professor at North-West University, emphasises that by prioritising soil biology and carbon, farmers can enhance nutrient cycling, water retention, and resilience. Success requires an adaptive, context-specific approach, moving beyond fixed formulas… Read more » - A South African’s English wine journey
A chance conversation with Western Cape wine entrepreneur Penny Streeter led South African wine industry veteran Barry Anderson to England’s Leonardslee Family Vineyards. Today, he is helping build one of the UK’s most ambitious wine tourism destinations while navigating the unique challenges of English viticulture. Read more » - Mozambique’s import substitution plans present opportunities for SA
Mozambique's plans to reduce agricultural imports from South Africa could create new opportunities for investment and regional cooperation, provided domestic production expands without disrupting cross-border trade. Read more » - Balancing regeneration and profitability in the Midlands
Set against the serene backdrop of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, Bramleigh Farm combines regenerative agriculture with a carefully planned commercial strategy. Owner Andre Kauerauf spoke to Farmer's Weekly about building a profitable farming business through regenerative agriculture, diversification, and direct marketing. Read more » - Vlakte Bonsmara boasts the biosecurity edge in uncertain times
In a high-risk foot-and-mouth disease climate, the Vlakte Bonsmara Study Group prioritises biosecurity and traceability. Their disciplined, multi-stage screening ensures buyers receive resilient, fertile genetics backed by rigorous veterinary compliance and certainty. Read more »
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