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Viticulture and oenology
Industry and Academia Unite for the First South African Table Grape Conference 2026
The Department of Viticulture and Oenology (DVO) and the South African Grape and Wine Research Institute (SAGWRI) have always valued its close relationship with...
Agriculture and food sciences
SU Engagement and Collaboration at the NGRP 2026
The National Grain Research Platform (NGRP), coordinated predominantly by Grain SA, recently held its Annual Meeting at the Future Africa campus of University...
Conservation and forestry
Strengthening International Collaboration in Forestry Research: LMU Visit to Stellenbosch University
In March 2026, the Department of Forest and Wood Science at Stellenbosch University had the privilege of hosting a delegation from Ludwig-Maximilians...
Agriculture and food sciences
Niel van Heerden Appointed to Institute of Food Technologists Board (2026–2027)
Stellenbosch University MSc Food Science student Niel van Heerden has been appointed as a Member at Large on the 2026–2027 Board of Directors of the Institute...
Agriculture and food sciences
The Future of Food Talent - Braai and Panel Discussion
On 5 March 2026, the SU Food Science Association hosted a Braai & Panel Discussion: The Future of Food Talent, an evening that brought together industry insight...
Agriculture and food sciences
Honorary Award from Grain SA for Prof Marena Manley
Prof Marena Manley, from the Department of Food Science, recently received an Honorary Award from Grian SA at their annual Congress held at NAMPO Park from 11...
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Engaging with International Scholars in Agricultural Economics
During the week of 23–27 March 2026, the Department of Agricultural Economics had the privilege of hosting Prof Edward Mabaya from Cornell University, who...
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Prof André Jooste appointed as the new Chairperson of the National Agricultural Marketing Council (NAMC)
Prof André Jooste has been appointed as the new Chairperson of the National Agricultural Marketing Council (NAMC), further strengthening leadership across South...
Agriculture and food sciences
From Reactive to Proactive Decision Making in Agriculture through Data
On 17–18 March 2026, Dr Melissa van der Merwe from the Department of Agricultural Economics at Stellenbosch University chaired the Agridata Fresh Produce Data &...
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Building Community Among Agricultural Economics Postgraduates
A growing sense of connection is taking shape within the Department of Agricultural Economics, led by the Agricultural Economics Postgraduate Association (AEPA)...
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In Memoriam Prof Johann Laubscher
Prof Johann Laubscher passed away on 26 February 2026. He retired at the end of 2005 as an Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics at...
Agriculture and food sciences
Genetics research wants to help protect Cape snoek
Cape snoek is one of South Africa’s most important fish species. It continues to be a staple for many people, especially those in low-income households, as well...
Agriculture and food sciences
Doctoral study highlights postharvest food waste crisis and solutions in SA
Reports indicate that over 63% of South African households experience varying levels of food insecurity. Yet, between 9 124 and 17 969 tonnes of fruits and...
Agriculture and food sciences
A Farewell at Graduation: Honouring Prof Danie Brink
At the Faculty of AgriSciences December graduation ceremony, Stellenbosch University formally bid farewell to Professor Danie Brink, who presided over his final...
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New study shows editing grapevine DNA could boost resistance to disease and drought
A team of researchers from Stellenbosch University (SU) and the Agricultural Research Council have, for the first time, successfully edited the DNA of a woody...
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Insect body size is not constrained by atmospheric oxygen
Two researchers from Stellenbosch University (SU) were part of the team, led by researchers from the University of Pretoria (UP) and Adelaide University, that...
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Genetics research wants to help protect Cape snoek
Cape snoek is one of South Africa’s most important fish species. It continues to be a staple for many people, especially those in low-income households, as well...
Media release
Eerste River study needs your help – students, hikers, landowners and other stakeholders
Stellenbosch University’s Centre for Invasion Biology is embarking on a comprehensive benchmarking exercise to establish the status of plant invasions along the...
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Doctoral study highlights postharvest food waste crisis and solutions in SA
Reports indicate that over 63% of South African households experience varying levels of food insecurity. Yet, between 9 124 and 17 969 tonnes of fruits and...
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New research highlights conservation needs for mopane worms
Mopane worms are widely harvested as a food source in Southern Africa. Containing three times more protein than beef or chicken, as well as more calcium, iron...
Institutional news
SU secures leading positions in 2025 Shanghai Subject Rankings
If you are interested in studying Food Science & Technology, Biotechnology, Communication, Biological Sciences or Agricultural Sciences in South Africa, look no...
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Study reveals potentially harmful flavourings in foods for South African babies
Many packaged foods for babies and young children sold in South Africa contain flavourings that could harm their eating habits and health. Flavourings in these...