TLU SA launches first Jeugboer van die Jaar competition
TLU SA is expanding its successful Young Farmer of the Year competition by introducing, for the first time in 2026, a Youth Farmer of the Year competition for school learners. The project gives young people the opportunity, already at school level, to develop their entrepreneurial spirit, creativity and sense of responsibility through practical agricultural and […]
From Coast to Coast for Farmers | TLU SA commends dedication to farmers
TLU SA wishes to express its deepest appreciation for the successful initiative Coast to Coast 4 Farmers, a groundbreaking project that brought the mental health and overall wellbeing of South African farmers to the national stage. The campaign was a unique and demanding adventure: a team of four participants travelled thousands of kilometres per jetski […]
TLU SA warns of serious gaps in FMD vaccine strategy
TLU SA notes the statement issued on 1 April by the office of the Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, regarding vaccine production at the Agricultural Research Council (ARC). While the statement seeks to provide reassurance on the handling of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD), serious questions remain about the practical implementation and effectiveness of the current strategy. […]
State undermines ICC’s honest efforts toward solutions
TLU SA’s Executive Committee wishes to state clearly that our organisation’s role on the Industry Coordinating Committee (ICC) with regard to FMD is to serve the interests of the agricultural sector. As a member organisation, our positions and decisions are determined by our structures and members. There is growing concern about the current pace and […]
Goliat van Gat 2026 | It’s pumpkin time again!
Pumpkins on rooftops, on bakkies, on trailers, on shelves, and even in the news. Yet the big question on everyone’s lips remains: will we see the coveted 1-ton pumpkin this year? The growers are keeping quiet, but the anticipation and excitement are high. Should a pumpkin reach the impressive 1-ton mark, a cash prize of […]
TLU SA calls attention to agricultural challenges in an open letter to the President
TLU SA today issued an open letter to President Cyril Ramaphosa, in which the organisation sets out its viewpoints and concerns regarding the current state of affairs in South Africa. The letter aims to contribute constructively to the public conversation and to bring the challenges affecting agricultural producers and communities to the President’s attention.Dear Mr […]
TLU SA Workshop on land claims
TLU SA hosted an insightful workshop on land claims today. Lynette du Plessis provided guidance and advice on all aspects of land claims, including the process, recommendation procedures, and how cases are managed by the state. Participants’ questions were addressed, and practical guidelines for handling land claims in the current context were discussed. Land claims […]
AAMP: A master plan without farmers
For a few months, attributing bold ideological measures by the Department of Agriculture and its SOEs, which are out of step with the DA’s own policies and pre-election positions, to “muscle memory” worked for Minister Steenhuisen. Farmers now see this as an excuse, similar to the ANC’s habit of blaming apartheid for the collapse of […]
Together we pave the way towards a better future for agriculture
TLU SA today successfully hosted its annual congress at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria under the theme “Local Strength = Global Opportunity.” Members from across the country, as well as representatives from other agricultural organisations and government, came together to discuss the challenges and opportunities in the current agricultural landscape. During the congress, […]
TLU SA Northern Cape, on behalf of organised agriculture, voices serious concern
The Vioolsdrif border post, one of South Africa’s most important border crossings, located along the Orange River on the border with Namibia, has been without any water supply for over a month. This severe lapse in service delivery raises grave concerns about basic human rights, health, working conditions, and the operational functionality of this strategic […]
