Agriculture
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Pilot initiative for revitalisation of rural roads starts in Free State
Infrastructure South Africa partners with AgriSA and Agribiz to prioritize critical agricultrual road corridors in the Free State.
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‘Solar sheep’ help rural Australia go green, one panel at a time
Explore how ‘solar sheep’ help rural Australia go green, benefiting farmers and the environment simultaneously.
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Naval Hill implements biosecurity measures to combat foot and mouth disease risk
Naval Hill implements biosecurity measures to prevent the potential spread of foot and mouth disease
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One million FMD vaccines arrive in SA amid national outbreak
South Africa received one million FMD vaccines to combat an outbreak, aiming to vaccinate 14 million cattle and secure FMD-free status.
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Western Cape protects R13.5 billion livestock industry amid FMD crisis
Active measures are being implemented in the Western Cape to contain Foot-and-Mouth Disease, ensuring agricultural stability and public safety amidst the outbreak.
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Western Cape traffic operations target FMD spread and road safety
Western Cape traffic conducted 247 operations targeting FMD spread and road safety, issuing 7 646 fines and making 66 arrests between 9-15 February.
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Opposition leader calls for faster reforms despite economic gains
Democratic Alliance leader John Steenhuisen has urged South Africa to accelerate reforms while acknowledging progress made under the Government of National Unity
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The Free State is being engulfed by collapsing road infrastructure
The Free State province faces a crisis with over 60% of its roads in poor condition, severely impacting the economy, agriculture, and residents’ livelihoods. Neglect and mismanagement hinder infrastructure repairs, deter investment, and lead to hazardous driving conditions. Municipalities are…
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Western Cape launches targeted foot-and-mouth disease vaccination
Western Cape government vaccinates 450 cattle in Fisantekraal against Foot-and-Mouth Disease to protect livestock, farmers, and rural jobs.
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Farming community calls for action plans in FMD national disaster
Farmers now await action from government following declaration of Foot-and-Mouth Disease as a national disaster.
