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Farmer's WeeklyMinister of Agriculture Willie Aucamp has committed his department to pursuing the classification of the Gamtoos Valley in the Eastern Cape as a disaster area, following a meeting with farmers and local authorities in Humansdorp and Patensie.
Farmer's WeeklyThe Savanna is a white South African meat goat breed developed for hardiness, fertility and strong maternal traits, and selected to produce under extensive veld conditions. Le Roux Buckle runs his Safi Savanna stud according to those same principles. He spoke to Henning Naudé about the breeding…
Farmer's WeeklyWhat began as a small agricultural gathering in 1899 in what was then known as German South-West Africa has evolved into a major platform for livestock, agribusiness, trade, technology, and regional business. Martenique Scott of the Windhoek Show Livestock Committee speaks about the show’s…
Farmer's WeeklyWhen Mark Trollip started farming sheep in Swellendam, Western Cape, he knew moving his flocks would be easy. A veteran sheepdog trainer, he’s competed in sheepdog trials for the better part of 30 years with 12 different dogs. He talks about his passion for sheepdogs and the role they play on his…
Farmer's WeeklyA young auctioneer from Tzaneen in Limpopo has been named the Plaas Media Toyota SA National Young Auctioneer of the Year after claiming first place at Nampo Cape 2026.
Farmer's WeeklyThird-generation breeder Abri Lock established Red Rock Santa Gertrudis to build a stud under his own name. Working alongside the Locklore and JADUP herds, he selects moderate-framed, fertile cattle that must produce saleable kilograms from the veld. He spoke to Hanlie du Plessis.
Farmer's WeeklySouth Africa’s agricultural sector may look relatively strong at a macro level, but for many farmers and agricultural businesses, the reality on the ground tells a very different story.
Farmer's WeeklyKasouga on the Sunshine Coast blends nostalgic beach holidays with farmstay charm. Experience coastal bliss, grazing Beefmaster cattle, and endangered oribi antelope at Kasouga Farm’s tranquil Oribi Haven cottages.
Farmer's WeeklyAn audience member at Farmer’s Weekly’s panel discussion on El Niño preparedness said while the theory of implementing practical steps to improve resilience makes perfect sense, it comes at a cost that many smaller farmers simply cannot afford.
Farmer's WeeklyThe Renault Trafic, previously available locally only as a panel van, returns with a new look. The nine-seater aims to challenge established rivals in the premium people-mover segment. The Citizen’s Charl Bosch reports.
Farmer's WeeklyA small, highly selected herd and an uncompromising focus on genetics underpin Benro Santa Gertrudis beef cattle stud near Biesiesvlei in North West. Henro Pieterse and his father, Hennie, are breeding functional, adaptable cattle that perform under challenging conditions.
The CitizenIt is alleged that the company imported FMD vaccines at a lower cost but sold them at a higher price to farmers
The CitizenAll cattle on Gauteng's dairy farms also received a second, booster vaccination, according to the department.
The CitizenThe department of agriculture has been asked to provide evidence that supports the revised requirements for meat imports
The CitizenLifting of merger notification thresholds brings some relief.
The CitizenDespite fixing the technical error, oxtail imports are still on hold.
The CitizenHigh court upholds Sars's additional tax assessment against Eastern Cape citrus farmer.
The Citizen'I gave my life to that farm, and now we have nothing,' said a woman farm worker from the 2025 CGE report.
The CitizenThe court bid seeks to give the private sector freedom to procure FMD vaccine and administer rollout.
The CitizenAbout 450 heads of cattle were vaccinated in the Western Cape on Sunday.
The CitizenEven a 2% shortage of pork can drive price increase of around 10%.
The CitizenThe Agricultural Research Council has released its first batch of foot-and-mouth disease vaccine since 2005.
The CitizenFarmers face strict limitations in protecting their livestock because foot-and-mouth disease is classified as a controlled animal disease under South African law.
The CitizenCrowdfarming platform makes announcement before the regulator does.
The CitizenThe farm was sold four months later to someone who did not mind that there was no dam and no croc, but this buyer was still not refunded.
Disrupt AfricaUgandan startup Munakyalo Agrofresh is helping farmers avoid post-harvest losses by preventing food spoilage via solar-powered cold storage and preservation stations. Formed in May 2021 in the Kyaka 2 refugee settlement in western Uganda, Munakyalo Agrofresh provides its Cold Hives to smallholder…