Agriskoops - 29 April 2026

On Agriskoops today, we listen to excerpts from a talk by Wandile Sihlobo, chief economist of the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa. He explains why South Africa could see a record canola harvest in the 2026/27 season, supporting this outlook with data and outlining the factors driving the steady…

On Agriskoops today, we continue our discussion with Alison Hepplestone from EcoSolutions, a company specialising in poison-free, environmentally friendly pest control. EcoSolutions focuses on integrated pest management using non-toxic, sustainable methods, working with nature rather than against it. Alison explains genetic resistance in rodents and how owls and rats are…

On Agriskoops today: Elunda Basson, Chairperson of Sauvignon Blanc South Africa and Cellar Master at Steenberg Vineyards, shares insights on the 2026 Sauvignon Blanc. The cultivar will be celebrated on Friday, 1 May, at the Suidoosterfees in Cape Town, along with a range of events throughout the month.

On Agriskoops today: Elunda Basson, Chairperson of Sauvignon Blanc South Africa and Cellar Master at Steenberg Vineyards, shares insights on the 2026 Sauvignon Blanc. The cultivar will be celebrated on Friday, 1 May, at the Suidoosterfees in Cape Town, along with a range of events throughout the month.

On Agriskoops today: we speak to the co-founder of EcoRestore Africa, Chloe Cormack. EcoRestore Africa enhances biochar with tailored microbes to restore soils and safeguard water, helping farmers increase yields, cut input costs, and build climate-resilient livelihoods. She unpacks how microbes and biochar help to solve real-world problems like drought.