1+ hour, 44+ min ago  (213+ words) The African Farming Agri-Development Imbizo 2026 took place on 26 and 27 March at'Time Square Hotel'in Pretoria. This two-day event brought together more than 200 farmers, agribusiness entrepreneurs, policymakers, financiers and industry leaders. The goal was clear: To align resources, unlock opportunities and strengthen…...

4+ hour, 44+ min ago  (458+ words) Merlog Foods, one of South Africa's largest meat-importing companies, is calling on the Department of Agriculture to urgently finalise agreements with Brazil that were promised last year. These agreements would ensure uninterrupted chicken imports into South Africa. By Maile Matsimela,…...

2+ day, 1+ hour ago  (506+ words) Technology continues to shape industries across the world, and agriculture is no exception. Social media has become an increasingly important tool for farmers " particularly younger producers " to market their businesses, share their journeys and connect with broader audiences. By Talitha…...

1+ day, 18+ hour ago  (136+ words) Here's a summary of the weather forecast for 8 April by'Vox Weather. " A trough in the west brings scattered storms to the western interior, while a high-pressure system over the east causes cooler, cloudy conditions with light showers. "HOT in parts…...

1+ day, 22+ hour ago  (958+ words) The cost squeeze has livestock farmers in a stranglehold, and a new drought is looming in parts of South Africa and Namibia. Avoid these financial pitfalls if you're struggling. By Louis Du Pisani The repayment term of a loan should…...

1+ day, 4+ hour ago  (91+ words) This week's AMT Fresh Produce Market Report by Dr Johann van der Merwe, Director of AMT. With supply increasing and demand expected to ease after Easter, fresh produce prices could soon come under pressure. Fresh produce markets saw strong demand…...

2+ day, 4+ hour ago  (248+ words) Dr Sipokazi Nyeleka (left) has a discussion with Animal Scientist Amo Seilane. In the first episode of Agri Routes, Dr Sipokazi Nyeleka has a discussion with Animal Scientist Amo Seilane about her career evolution and her job as a Regulatory…...

2+ day, 22+ hour ago  (180+ words) Regenerative agriculture aims to be more profitable per hectare rather than chasing yields. Danie Slabbert, one of the pioneers of regenerative agriculture in the eastern Free State, says the transition from conventional farming to regenerative agriculture was not easy, but…...

3+ day, 22+ hour ago  (562+ words) The distinction between a farmer and an agripreneur isn't just semantic, it's a fundamental shift in mindset that could determine the future of South Africa's agricultural sector. By Maile Matsimela, digital editor at African Farming This was the compelling message…...

10+ mon, 1+ day ago  (267+ words) The Backsaver Super Hoe is considerably more efficient than traditional hoes available on the market. Backsaver Farming Equipment has introduced its latest product, the Super Hoe. According to Michris Janse van Rensburg, a farmer, inventor and founder of Backsaver Equipment,…...