As South Africa heads into the 2026/27 summer season, farmers are once again being urged to prepare for the impacts of El Niño. While the phenomenon is a natural part…
Marcel Pettit was planning a career in sport nutrition. Nine years later she is an agricultural and ethical compliance consultant at Skyvines in Cape Town, advising agricultural businesses on standards,…
Applying for an Agricultural Advisor position is only the beginning. After submitting an application, shortlisted candidates may be invited to an assessment designed to evaluate their agricultural knowledge, extension skills,…
When we think about agriculture, the image that often comes to mind is a farmer standing in a field, watching over a crop or checking livestock. For generations, that farmer…
Walking into a room where everyone seems older, more experienced, and more accomplished can be intimidating. This is especially true in agriculture, an industry built on generations of knowledge, tradition,…
How Athenkosi Gwelesha is Building a Future in South African Agriculture "Agriculture is not just a career, it is a contribution to society's most basic need: food." South Africa's agricultural…
If you're sixteen, seventeen, or eighteen and you already suspect agriculture is where you belong, this is for you. Not for the version of you finishing your degree in five…
When people talk about the future of agriculture, they often focus on technology, innovation, and sustainability. But the future of farming is also about people, particularly the young men and…
There is a saying that sometimes you need to take a step back to move forward. Over the past few months, Agri-Flourish has been quieter than usual. To some, it…
Agriculture has evolved far beyond traditional farming methods. Modern crop production and horticulture now require technical knowledge, responsible agricultural practices and specialised industry skills. Employers within the agricultural sector are…