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Q&A: COVID-19 Regulations & Resources
When President Ramaphosa on 15 March 2020 announced COVID-19 as a National State of Disaster, it set in motion a series of ministerial announcements.
By SA Wine Industry · 3 min read
Seven baboons killed after permits granted to Constantia farms
Seven baboons were killed since permits were granted to two Constantia farms plagued by their raiding.
By Anton Pretorius · 6 min read
Farmers and beekeepers take hands to ensure a better future for honey bees
A workshop, hosted by Buitenverwachting Wine Estate, was held to discuss the recent mass mortality of bees in the district.
By Anton Pretorius · 4 min read
Winetech panel discussion: Tech key to beating climate change
The Innovation Summit, held at the Cape Town Stadium last month, provided the perfect platform for Winetech to host a panel discussion on the impact of climate
By Anton Pretorius · 7 min read
SA wine industry update: Status of wine industry activities
Since our previous communication (Update on COVID-19 Lockdown #9 and WoSA Q&A, 9 April 2020) the lockdown period has been extended to 30 April 2020, and we woul
By SA Wine Industry · 10 min read
Prohibition: A double-edged sword
The South African government has banned all transportation of alcohol during its national lockdown in April 2020. For many, this measure seems excessive and unw
By Johannes Richter · 5 min read
Data shows R36 billion in lost revenue due to impact of three alcohol bans
An assessment of the economic impact of the three alcohol bans in 2020, including the five-week ban between 29 December 2020 to 2 February 2021, which tracks th
By SA Wine Industry · 6 min read
Water stewardship and wine
Whether you're a farmer or a business, water is essential to your processes; water scarcity is one of the greatest risks facing both. Taking a water stewardship approach provides water users with a process to evaluate their water use.
By Fiona Sutton · 5 min read
SA wine industry has less room to hide from climate change
After contending with a severe drought between 2015 and 2017, South Africa’s wine industry faces higher average temperatures, more severe heatwaves and a shifti
By Nick Hedley · 6 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
Measuring pesticide impacts
A recent study found that nine pesticides frequently used in viticulture may exceed regulatory thresholds and these chemicals may persist in the atmosphere far longer than previously thought.
By SA Wine Industry · 6 min read
Dealing with fire
This year’s fire season has again brought trepidation, sleepless nights, and destruction to the Cape winelands and beyond. While wildfires are expected and an accepted part of the natural ecosystem, their impact on businesses and people is not.
By SA Wine Industry · 5 min read
