A Word about the Ongoing Worries about the Expropriation Act in South Africa
We shouldn’t be worried about it, but stay vigilant.
The Republic of South Africa ratifies the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (ITPGRFA)
Objectives are conservation and sustainable use of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture and the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from their use.
New Plant Health Act to regulate plant pests
The Act has the potential to contribute meaningfully to safeguarding South Africa’s agricultural sector and biological diversity
Urban food gardens produce more than vegetables, they create bonds for young Capetonians – study
South Africa has a higher rate of young people engaging in farming (24%) than elsewhere in sub-Saharan Africa.
Hartenberg Estate Achieves SA’s First Regenerative Viticulture Verification
Hartenberg Estateprovides a powerful example of how regenerative farming methods can transform agriculture, restore ecosystems, and produce exceptional wines.
Rooibos Extracts – SA’s Global Health and Wellness Powerhouse
Green and red Rooibos extracts each offer unique benefits and their applications span diverse industries.
Narratives shaping SA’s agricultural production conditions in 2025
What does the year hold for agriculture?
The African Union adopts ten-year strategy and action plan to transform Africa’s agri-food systems and ensure food security
The Kampala declaration is different from the Malabo and Maputo declarations in that it includes a comprehensive strategy and action plan.
South Africa’s next big job creators
Emerging industries – the “sunrise sectors” – are the key to unlocking jobs and driving opportunities for youth. Is agriculture one of these?
Inquiry makes recommendations to improve competition in fresh produce market
The Fresh Produce Market Inquiry has released its final report, which identifies features within the fresh produce value chain that impede, restrict and distort competition.