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Practical steps farmers can take to minimise flood damage
In recent years, South African farmers, especially those in the northern regions, have faced increasingly erratic weather patterns, with some areas experiencing devastating floods that have washed away soil, seed, crops, and critical buildings and equipment. The 2024 growing season was severely…
By SA Wine Industry · 3 min read
Western Cape donates 8608 indigenous trees to restore ecological infrastructure and mitigate future flood damage
During the visit, Minister Meyer highlighted that in celebration of Arbor Month, the WCDoA will distribute 8608 Indigenous trees, including the wild peach tree, fuschia tree, ashwood tree and the fake olive (vals olyf)tree, to various organisations, including primary schools Overhex NGK, Worcester…
By SA Wine Industry · 2 min read
What is the SmartAgri project?
The Western Cape government’s SmartAgri project recently reached a milestone with the completion of the Climate Change framework for the Western Cape agricultur
By Edo Heyns · 4 min read
The social media advantage
Love it or loathe it, social media has irreversibly changed the internet landscape by changing the way large groups of people interact with one another on a dai
By Carlin Cloete · 6 min read
Climate change a top concern for agribusinesses, according to Allianz Risk Barometer
The Allianz Risk Barometer 2018 reveals that climate change or increasing volatility of weather is a top concern for agribusinesses with 60% of responses. Natur
By Anton Pretorius · 3 min read
Rehabilitation of eroded watercourses at Vergelegen
Vergelegen wine estate in Somerset West, which is renowned for its biodiversity and commitment to environmental sustainability, has just completed an extensive
By SA Wine Industry · 4 min read
Anton Bredell thanks firefighters on International Firefighters’ Day
International Firefighters’ Day (4 May), is an opportunity for society to show our appreciation to these essential frontline men and women.
By SA Wine Industry · 3 min read
Annual South African Wine Harvest Report: smaller wine grape crop packs a punch
South Africa’s 2022 vintage will wow consumers with exceptional quality wines, albeit from a somewhat smaller grape crop than in 2021. This according to the annual South African Wine Harvest Report.
By SA Wine Industry · 6 min read
Western Cape allocates R55m to ecological infrastructure
Western Cape allocates R55m to ecological infrastructure on 17 June 2022 to commemorate World Desertification and Drought Day.
By SA Wine Industry · 3 min read
Waterlogged conditions in vineyards
When soil is saturated with water, the soil water content is above field capacity. This is known as waterlogged conditions, as observed during floods or over-irrigation.
By Callie Coetzee · 6 min read
Vineyard response to the floods in the Olifants River region during 2023
It is not uncommon for regional producers to see vineyards against the Olifants River under water during the winter months. It is usually a welcome sight and means that the catchment areas of the Olifants and Doring River Schemes received good rain.
By Gert Engelbrecht · 7 min read
Climate change mitigation initiatives ensure food security and create job opportunities
“Climate change is real and severely impacts the agricultural sector,” said Ivan Meyer, Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism, during the debate on the climate crisis in the Western Cape Provincial Parliament on Thursday, 22 August 2024.
By SA Wine Industry · 3 min read
