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11 September 2026
11 September '26 - Today in Farming
South African wool and red meat producers are being urged to move closer to their markets as traceability, sustainability and biosecurity requirements.
10 September 2026
10 September '26 - Today in Farming
Indigenous knowledge is being highlighted in South Africa as a way to address water scarcity, with calls for water, land and nature to be managed.
9 September 2026
09 September '26 - Today in Farming
Stellenbosch University’s ag-tech spinouts are putting research into farmers’ hands, with TerraClim, Biotrac Systems and CubeSpace developing tools
8 September 2026
08 September '26 - Today in Farming
South Africa’s foot-and-mouth disease response comes under scrutiny as Onderstepoort Biological Products’ acting chief executive is suspended over allegations.
7 September 2026
07 September '26 - Today in Farming
South African farmers are facing a potentially hot and dry summer, with El Niño conditions raising concerns over rainfall, water supplies, livestock and crop.
4 September 2026
04 September '26 - Today in Farming
South African farmers are being urged to prepare for a potentially hot and dry 2026/27 summer as El Niño raises the risk of below-normal rainfall.
3 September 2026
03 September '26 - Today in Farming
South Africa’s plans to revive low-traffic rail lines could open new opportunities for agricultural freight, with the grain, citrus and deciduous fruit.
2 September 2026
02 September '26 - Today in Farming
Arable Grow brings container-based hydroponic farming to SPAR shelves in the Western Cape, offering a water-efficient approach to urban food production.
1 September 2026
01 September '26 - Today in Farming
South Africa’s food inflation fell to 0.9% in July, its lowest level in more than 16 years, as lower grain and meat prices provided some relief for consumers.
31 August 2026
31 August '26 - Today in Farming
South African livestock exporters have been given until the end of 2026 to complete UAE registration requirements.
28 August 2026
28 August '26 - Today in Farming
South African farmers are turning to precision agriculture as data, GPS, drones and sensors offer ways to improve yields and cut input costs.
27 August 2026
27 August '26 - Today in Farming
Women farmers in South Africa are calling for better access to land, finance and infrastructure, with experts highlighting the need for policies that can turn
26 August 2026
26 August '26 - Today in Farming
South African soya bean yields are showing strong growth potential, with improved genetics helping farmers narrow the gap with global producers
25 August 2026
25 August '26 - Today in Farming
South African citrus exporters have gained a new route into India after approval of in-transit cold treatment, potentially cutting costs and transport times
24 August 2026
24 August '26 - Today in Farming
South Africa enters the 2026/27 season with full dams, moist soils and strong grain and oilseed harvests offering a buffer against El Niño, but concerns remain
21 August 2026
21 August '26 - Today in Farming
South Africa is calling for binding global action on drought at UNCCD COP17, alongside increased international finance for land restoration and a revised target
20 August 2026
20 August '26 - Today in Farming
South Africa’s national dam levels are at 95.5% as farmers prepare for an intense El Niño, but experts warn that strong reserves should not delay drought.
19 August 2026
19 August '26 - Today in Farming
South African farmers are being urged to strengthen soils and embrace conservation agriculture as changing conditions intensify disease and pest pressures.
18 August 2026
18 August '26 - Today in Farming
South African agriculture stands at a critical juncture, with industry leaders demanding expanded GMO access to bolster international competitiveness.
17 August 2026
17 August '26 - Today in Farming
South African growers are confronting mounting pressure on both sides of production, as rising electricity costs and tighter water supplies reshape irrigation.