Purpose of the Branch:
To ensure the continuous improvement of sustainable rural livelihoods t...
MEC
Mrs T.P. kaMadlopha-Mthethwa, MPL
HOD
Dr. F.N.P. Qwabe
Vision
Inclusively transformed, innovative, food secure and sustainable agricultural sector.
Mission
To drive comprehensive and equitable agricultural growth, food security and the advancement of rural communities through sustained scientific and digital technology practices.
View our Values and Strategic Objectives
Strategic Documents
- Approved Revenue Tariffs - 2026/2027
- Service Commitment Charter - 2024/2025
- Annual Report - 2024/2025
- PAIA and POPIA Manual
- Annual Performance Plan - 2025/2026
- KZN DARD Strategic Plan - 2025-2030
- Revised Technical Indicator Descriptions - APP 2024/2025
- Technical Indicator Descriptions - APP 2024/2025
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Latest Events
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05
September
2026 -
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ACTING PREMIER KA MADLOPHA-MTHETHWA PAYS HOMAGE TO AMAZULU FOR KEEPING RICH HERITAGE LEGACY
Acting Premier of KwaZulu-Natal, Hon. Thembeni KaMadlopha-Mthethwa, speaking on behalf of the KwaZulu-Natal Government at the annual uMkhosi woMhlanga (Reed Dance), emphasized the importance of instilling a sense of pride,...
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27
August
2026 -
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The KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government honours the life and legacy of the late Zulu Kingdom Prime Minister, Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi.
The KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government, led by Premier Hon. Thamsanqa Ntuli, honoured the life and legacy of the late Zulu Kingdom Prime Minister, Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi. The commemoration took place at...
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26
August
2026 -
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Mass Cattle Vaccination Gains Momentum In Umzinyathi District
As part of Operation Sukuma Sakhe, the KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Hon. Thembeni KaMadlopha-Mthethwa, arrived at Sibumba Dip Tank in the Malomeni area, uMsinga, under the uMzinyathi...
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21
August
2026 -
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MEC KAMADLOPHA-MTHETHWA LEADS DARD AND ADA ACCOUNTABILITY SESSION AS THEY APPEAR BEFORE THE PORTFOLIO COMMITTEE
The MEC for Department Agriculture and Rural Development led by Hon. Thembeni kaMadlopha-Mthethwa together with her executive team and the Agribusiness Development Agency (ADA), appeared before the Portfolio Committee at...
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11
August
2026 -
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MEC KAMADLOPHA-MTHETHWA CALLS FOR STRONGER TEAM WORK TO ADVANCE SERVICE DELIVERY IN KWAZULU-NATAL
The KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Hon. Thembeni KaMadlopha-Mthethwa engaged with the Department’s Support Teams during a brunch held on Tuesday 11 August 2026 at the Dundee...
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9
August
2026 -
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KAMADLOPHA-MTHETHWA ENCOURAGES WOMEN TO TAKE THEIR RIGHTFUL PLACE IN SOCIETY
Speaking during the Women's Day Commemoration at Ixopo Stadium on Saturday 09 August 2026, the MEC for the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs Thembeni kaMadlopha-Mthethwa, has urged women...
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7
August
2026 -
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ISITHANGAMI SABALIMI NABAFUYI
ISITHANGAMI SABALIMI NABAFUYI As part of Isithangami Sabalimi Nabafuyi held at eMpangeni Civic Centre within uMhlathuze Local Municipality on Friday 07 August 2026, Hon. MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development,...
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5
August
2026 -
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MEC KAMADLOPHA-MTHETHWA PRESENTS THE DEPARTMENT'S FMD VACCINATION EFFORTS IN PARLIAMENT
The KwaZulu- Natal MEC for Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs Thembeni KaMadlopha-Mthethwa on Wednesday 05 August 2026, presented a report on the status of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD)...
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31
July
2026 -
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HANDOVER OF THE NEW AGRICULTURE OFFICES IN NKANDLA
The KwaZulu-Natal Premier, Mr Thami Ntuli, on Friday 31 July 2026 unveiled new offices of the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development in Nkandla, much to the joy of local...
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29
July
2026 -
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MEC KAMADLOPHA-MTHETHWA TRACKS Q1 PROGRESS, ISSUES DIRECTIVES FOR FASTER SERVICE DELIVERY
The MEC for the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs Thembeni kaMadlopha-Mthethwa met with the Department’s highest decision-making body - Executive Council (Exco] to review progress in the...
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08
July
2026 -
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MEC KAMADLOPHA-MTHETHWA IMPRESSED AS NON-VIABLE SCHOOL IN UMBUMBULU BECOMES THRIVING AGRICULTURAL ENTERPRISE
The KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs Thembeni kaMadlopha-Mthethwa conducted Operation Siyahlola on Wednesday 08 July 2026 at Vuka Supply Farm in uMbumbulu within the eThekwini Municipality. During...
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03
July
2026 -
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Green night for agriculture as DARD scoops top honours at Premier’s Excellence Awards
It was a glittering night of stars hosted by the KwaZulu-Natal Premier Mr AT Ntuli, but it turned green as the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD), led...
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