Agriculture
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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.
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Foot-and-mouth disease threat reaches Kuils River informal farming operations
Suspected FMD cases reported in Kalkfontein, a Kuils River residential area with several informal farming operations, including piggeries, cattle and goat-farming.
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South Africa beats US to become world’s second-best poultry producer
South Africa’s poultry industry has overtaken the United States to become the world’s second-most competitive producer, behind only Brazil, according to a new competitiveness benchmark report.
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Government reaffirms commitment to productive land reform beyond ownership transfer
Deputy Minister in The Presidency, Nonceba Mhlauli, said land reform beneficiaries must be empowered to farm, build, invest, and create sustainable livelihoods for their families and communities.
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Nampo 2026: Grootste landbouskou in suidelike halfrond besluit oor bek-en-klouseer
“Hierdie vroeë besluit stel telersgenootskappe in staat om hul beplanning betyds aan te pas en voorkom groter risiko’s later.”
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Western Cape sets aside R100 million for foot-and-mouth vaccines
The Western Cape allocated R100 million for vaccines to combat foot-and-mouth disease, implementing strict border controls and a 21-point action plan.
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Propella business incubator in Eastern Cape uncovers hidden gems
NCIC’s Waste-To-Value roadshow visited Eastern Cape cities, engaging cleantech entrepreneurs and discovering innovative waste solutions for a green economy.
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Foot-and-Mouth Disease: Expert-led advice on webinar
Join the discussion on Foot-and-Mouth Disease UFS and discover critical biosecurity measures for farmers facing the outbreak.
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Human foul play ruled out following leopard’s tragic electrocution near Worcester
A leopard died tragically in the Nuy Valley near Worcester when it got electrocuted while scaling an electrical post.
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Oversight visit exposes failed land reform investment in Free State
The oversight visit to the Kroonstad Farmer Producer Support Unit revealed systemic failures in land reform in the Free State, including corruption and ineffective support systems. Despite significant investments, infrastructure remains vandalized and underutilized. The ongoing issues threaten food security…
