Agricultural Research Council

11/06/2026

Gallery: South Africa–Italy Agriculture Business Forum 🇿🇦🇮🇹
📍 Day 2: Delegates Visit ARC Nietvoorbij for a Wine Tasting Experience

09/06/2026

Bilateral discussions between the Agricultural Research Council and Italy’s Council for Agricultural Research and Economics (CREA) focused on opportunities to strengthen cooperation in agricultural science, innovation and research collaboration.

The engagement brought together ARC President and CEO Dr Litha Magingxa, Dr Petronella Chaminuka, Dr Linda Mtwisha and CREA President Professor Andrea Rocchi during the South Africa–Italy Agriculture Business Forum.

09/06/2026

What will agriculture need to thrive in the future?

At the South Africa–Italy Agriculture Business Forum, two ARC led discussions tackled this question from different angles.

Dr Linda Mtwisha moderated a session on climate smart agriculture, where delegates explored practical solutions to strengthen resilience and sustainability across agricultural systems.

At the same time, Dr Petronella Chaminuka led discussions on youth, innovation and entrepreneurship, focusing on how the sector can create opportunities for the next generation.

The message from both sessions was clear: the future of agriculture depends on innovation, resilience and people.

09/06/2026

The ARC’s dairy and meat product exhibition attracted plenty of interest at the South Africa–Italy Agriculture Business Forum, with delegates sampling a range of dairy products and learning more about research driven innovation in the sector.

The crowd favourite? What visitors proudly called “the cheesiest cheese”, which earned rave reviews from everyone 😊 🧀

09/06/2026

The inaugural South Africa–Italy Agriculture Business Forum officially opened in Cape Town today, bringing together policymakers, researchers, agribusiness leaders and investors to explore opportunities for greater cooperation between the two countries.

Discussions over the next two days will focus on agricultural trade, technology transfer, agro processing, climate resilience and investment opportunities across agricultural value chains.

The Forum forms part of ongoing efforts to strengthen economic and agricultural relations between South Africa and Italy.

09/06/2026

05/06/2026

Call for Nominations: Agricultural Research Council Board

The Minister of Agriculture invites nominations of suitably qualified individuals for appointment to the Agricultural Research Council (ARC) Council in terms of the Agricultural Research Act, 1990.

The ARC plays a vital role in advancing agricultural research, innovation, technology transfer, and human capital development in support of a sustainable and competitive agricultural sector.

📅 Closing date for nominations: 15 June 2026

For nomination requirements and submission details, please refer to the notice

02/06/2026

🎓 Congratulations to Dr Neo Harrison Masithela, ARC Council Member, on attaining his Doctor of Management in Technology and Innovation.

As an organisation built on research, innovation and lifelong learning, the ARC celebrates this significant achievement and the dedication it represents.

We wish Dr Masithela continued success as he continues to contribute to leadership, innovation and development in South Africa.

02/06/2026

📻 Tune in this morning as ARC Senior Plant Pathologist, Dr Belinda Janse van Rensburg, joins The Journal with Mmatsheko Mosito on Channel Africa Radio to discuss emerging crop diseases and their impact on agriculture.

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