A year marked by a shared focus on sustainable food systems

As we draw closer to the end of another eventful year, I would like to take a moment to extend my sincere gratitude to Farmer's Weekly for its continued partnership in sharing the story of agriculture in our province.

- VUYISWA RAMOKGOPA, MEC FOR AGRICULTURE IN GAUTENG

Thank you for engaging deeply with the work of the Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development; for spotlighting the voices of farmers; and for helping broaden the reach of the transformation taking place across our agricultural landscape. Your platform remains a vital bridge between government, industry, and the countless men and women who feed our nation.

This has been a year defined by resilience, innovation, and shared commitment to sustaining our food systems. Working alongside farmers, farmer organisations, partners and communities, we have continued to tackle both structural challenges and emerging threats in the sector. Through our collective efforts, we have not only protected livelihoods, but taken bold steps to create opportunities that enable growth, dignity, and economic inclusion.