department of agriculture
Encouraging Youth Owned Small Business Development for Job Creation and Economic Growth
Smart farming fights climate change
The Western Cape government is working with academia to find ways of building smart agricultural solutions that are resilient in the face of climate change. The aim is food security.
South African scientists depart on whale studying expedition
CSIR steps in to help make a change
The young environmental management scientists of the CSIR's Special Needs and Skills Development Programme work to help disadvantaged small businesses and rural communities, giving them top-quality professional services for free.
Protection sought for South Africa’s sardines
Cape Town pupils reap a healthy meal
There are 12 million South Africans affected by food insecurity. A cape Town based project is hoping to teach children to change that, with their own green thumbs.
Cape Town pupils reap a healthy meal
There are 12 million South Africans affected by food insecurity. A cape Town based project is hoping to teach children to change that, with their own green thumbs.
Farming co-op provides food, jobs
Western Cape to boost aquaculture
Special economic zones may be set up in Western Cape, which aims to expand its aquaculture sector, particularly for abalone farming.
• Pick n Pay greens seafood operations
SA at front line of GM research
South Africa is one of the leading participants in research into genetically modified foods, and particularly maize, the most commonly grown staple food on the continent.