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    SA’s agri sector could create a million more jobs

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    SOUTH Africa’s agricultural sector has more than doubled in value and volume since 1994, thanks to improved productivity. Yet the sector, which employs...

    Winelands district residents largely support PDAL – committee chair

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    RESIDENTS of the Western Cape Province’s Cape Winelands District expressed support for the Preservation and Development of Agricultural Land (PDAL) Bill during recent...

    Christo van der Rheede retires after eight years at...

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    As Agri SA prepares for the retirement of CEO Christo van der Rheede, incoming CEO Johann Kotze has come on board full-time to...

    Western Cape launches innovative ECOS system

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    The Western Cape Department of Agriculture’s Veterinary Services recently launched its innovative Export Certificate Office System (ECOS). The launch coincided with the Western Cape’s inaugural...

    Versatile diesel engines

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    With an engine for nearly every application, Japanese engine manufacturer Kubota has expanded its range of diesel only engines to include everything from...

    SA Canegrowers calls on President Ramaphosa to support local...

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    BY ANDREW RUSSELL CHAIRPERSON AT SA CANEGROWERS Ahead of this Heritage Day, SA Canegrowers has written to President Cyril Ramaphosa calling on him to sign...

    Threat of government interference in food pricing could lead...

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    Agri SA will write to Minister of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development, Thoko Didiza requesting engagement with stakeholders in the agricultural value...

    Cape Town Container Terminal gears up for deciduous season...

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    As the Cape Town Container Terminal (CTCT) prepares for the 2023/24 deciduous fruit season, it has commenced engagements with key stakeholders, including the...

    Calling all Cape Farmers

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    Following a successful Nampo 2023 show in Bothaville in May, BMG will be exhibiting at the Nampo Cape Show for the first time....

    Western Cape contributes 22% to farm employment in SA...

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    “Agriculture in the Western Cape continues to create jobs in a tough environment,” said Western Cape Provincial Minister of Agriculture, Dr Ivan Meyer. Minister...
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    Cape Business News (CBN) covers agriculture news extensively, focusing on innovative solutions for sustainable farming, market trends, and policy impacts. Agriculture news on CBN explores developments in precision agriculture, irrigation technologies, and crop protection, keeping industry professionals informed on critical advancements. The sector faces challenges related to climate change and food security, making agricultural news pivotal for understanding shifts in local and global markets. CBN also highlights the role of agri-tech, exploring new tools and methods that improve productivity and resilience for farmers and agribusinesses in South Africa and beyond.

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