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Western Cape Leads in Job Creation and Labour Market Strength

The Western Cape has once again demonstrated its economic resilience, recording a net gain of 69 000 jobs year-on-year in the second quarter of 2025, according to the latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) released by Statistics South Africa. This marks the third-highest provincial job increase nationally, reinforcing the Western Cape’s position as the province […]

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African Horse Sickness (AHS) Vaccination Essential

Due to the unusually wet summer experienced in several parts of South Africa, the Western Cape Department of Agriculture (WCDoA) urges horse owners and veterinarians to vaccinate equines against African Horse Sickness (AHS). AHS is a notifiable viral disease that affects all equines and is often fatal. Horse owners are reminded that South Africa is

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9th World Congress on Conservation Agriculture 2024

Conservation Agriculture (CA) is a sustainable farming approach emphasizing minimal soil disturbance, cover, and crop rotation. Despite its numerous benefits, CA adoption rates remain low in many regions. To address this, a multifaceted strategy is essential to promote and enhance awareness and advocacy of CA globally. To advocate for CA effectively, it is crucial to

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Adele Johnson Ilse Trautmann and Minister Meyer

Western Cape Agriculture avails special Fig Cultivars to Babylonstoren and Soetmelksvlei

Western Cape Department of Agriculture (WCDoA) has partnered with Babylonstoren and its new venture, Soetmelksvlei, to provide genetic plant material derived from the department’s extensive fig collection at its Oudshoorn research farm for establishment at the two farms near Simondium. To mark the historic day, Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism, Dr

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