News & Updates

Sustainable Tea Farming in the Cederberg: How Organic Practices Protect South Africa's Botanical Heritage
Sustainable Tea Farming in the Cederberg: How Organic Practices Protect South Africa's Botanical Heritage
Discover how Skimmelberg combines organic farming practices with conservation efforts to produce exceptional Buchu and Rooibos teas in the Cederberg region. Learn about regenerative agriculture, biodiversity protection, and the heritage... Read more...
Organic Buchu Tea and Rooibos from South Africa
Organic Buchu Tea and Rooibos from South Africa
Explore organic buchu tea, rooibos tea benefits, and South African herbs rooted in sustainable farming and the Cape Floral Kingdom. Read more...
Why Skimmelberg Organic Buchu and Rooibos Are a True Taste of the Cederberg
Why Skimmelberg Organic Buchu and Rooibos Are a True Taste of the Cederberg
Skimmelberg brings together place, heritage, and organic farming in a way that feels distinctly South African. Rooted in the Cederberg and grown on the slopes of Skimmelberg Mountain, its Buchu... Read more...
Sustainable Farming in the Cape Floral Kingdom: The Heritage and Future of Buchu and Rooibos
Sustainable Farming in the Cape Floral Kingdom: The Heritage and Future of Buchu and Rooibos
Discover how Skimmelberg's sustainable farming practices protect the Cape Floral Kingdom while preserving the heritage of buchu and rooibos. Learn about regenerative agriculture, biodiversity protection, and why these endemic plants... Read more...
The Buzz Behind Every Cup: How Pollinators Power Skimmelberg's Organic Tea Excellence
The Buzz Behind Every Cup: How Pollinators Power Skimmelberg's Organic Tea Excellence
Discover how bees and pollinators power the exceptional quality of Skimmelberg's organic Rooibos and Buchu teas. Learn about the vital connection between biodiversity, regenerative farming, and the flavour in your... Read more...
Community, Craft, and Cederberg Terroir: Educational Tours in Organic Buchu and Rooibos Farming
Community, Craft, and Cederberg Terroir: Educational Tours in Organic Buchu and Rooibos Farming
Step into Skimmelberg's living classroom in the Cederberg mountains and see how community, sustainability, and hands-on learning shape every organic cup of Buchu and Rooibos. From regenerative farming and wild... Read more...
Golden Hour Wellness: The Regenerative Journey of Organic Rooibos and Buchu Tea
Golden Hour Wellness: The Regenerative Journey of Organic Rooibos and Buchu Tea
Discover the wellness benefits and sustainable practices behind Skimmelberg's organic rooibos and buchu tea, grown with regenerative care in the Cederberg mountains. From golden hour moments to everyday wellness rituals,... Read more...
The Art of Organic Green Rooibos with Ginger: Where Cederberg Terroir Meets Modern Wellness
The Art of Organic Green Rooibos with Ginger: Where Cederberg Terroir Meets Modern Wellness
Organic green rooibos with ginger from Skimmelberg brings together the freshness of minimally processed rooibos, the gentle warmth of ginger, and the integrity of regenerative farming in the Cederberg. It... Read more...
Where Heritage Meets Innovation: Sustainable Tea Farming in the Cederberg
Where Heritage Meets Innovation: Sustainable Tea Farming in the Cederberg
Discover how Skimmelberg balances traditional South African tea farming heritage with modern sustainable practices in the Cederberg mountains. From regenerative organic farming to biodiversity conservation, learn how family traditions and... Read more...
A cup that starts long before the kettle: inside Skimmelberg's quality journey
A cup that starts long before the kettle: inside Skimmelberg's quality journey
Discover the meticulous quality journey behind Skimmelberg's organic Buchu and Rooibos teas, from regenerative farming in the Cederberg mountains to careful craftsmanship in our production facility. Learn about our family-run... Read more...
From Soil to Sip: How Regenerative Organic Tea Farming in the Cederberg Nourishes Whole-Person Wellness
From Soil to Sip: How Regenerative Organic Tea Farming in the Cederberg Nourishes Whole-Person Wellness
Discover how Skimmelberg's regenerative organic farming practices in the Cederberg mountains create superior wellness benefits through our Buchu and Rooibos teas. Explore the connection between living soil, mindful cultivation, and... Read more...
The hum of life: how bees power organic Rooibos and Buchu biodiversity in the Cederberg
The hum of life: how bees power organic Rooibos and Buchu biodiversity in the Cederberg
A closer look at the busy hive life that helps our organic Rooibos and Buchu thrive. From pollination in the fynbos to regenerative farming on our Cederberg slopes, discover why... Read more...
From Field to Cup: Inside Skimmelberg's Quality Journey for Organic Buchu and Rooibos
From Field to Cup: Inside Skimmelberg's Quality Journey for Organic Buchu and Rooibos
Discover the meticulous quality journey behind Skimmelberg's organic Buchu and Rooibos teas, from regenerative farming in the Cederberg mountains to careful craftsmanship in our production facility. Learn about our family-run... Read more...
The Cederberg Connection: How Mountain Terroir Shapes Wellness Through Organic Buchu and Rooibos
The Cederberg Connection: How Mountain Terroir Shapes Wellness Through Organic Buchu and Rooibos
Discover how the unique terroir of South Africa's Cederberg mountains shapes the exceptional quality of Skimmelberg's organic Buchu and Rooibos teas. Explore the intersection of wellness, sustainability, and regenerative farming... Read more...
Where Nature Meets Wellness: A Cederberg Tea Story
Where Nature Meets Wellness: A Cederberg Tea Story
A tranquil cup on a stone table in the Cederberg can do more than quench thirst. It can reconnect you to the land, your senses, and a gentler rhythm of... Read more...
Wellness Rooted in Place: Sipping Organic Buchu and Rooibos Where the Cederberg Breathes
Wellness Rooted in Place: Sipping Organic Buchu and Rooibos Where the Cederberg Breathes
Discover the serene connection between wellness and place in the Cederberg mountains, where Skimmelberg's organic Buchu and Rooibos teas are cultivated through regenerative farming practices. Explore how biodiversity, sustainability, and... Read more...
Wellness, Ritual and Nature: Discover the Organic Magic of Skimmelberg Buchu & Rooibos Tea
Wellness, Ritual and Nature: Discover the Organic Magic of Skimmelberg Buchu & Rooibos Tea
Discover the wellness benefits and mindful rituals of organic Buchu and Rooibos teas from South Africa's Cederberg mountains. Learn about Skimmelberg's regenerative farming practices, the Slabbbert family's four-generation legacy, and... Read more...
Walking the Lines of Green Gold
Walking the Lines of Green Gold
Discover the regenerative farming practices behind Skimmelberg's organic Buchu and Rooibos teas. From the Cederberg mountains to your teacup, explore how sustainable agriculture creates superior wellness products while protecting South... Read more...
Nurturing Young Tea Lovers: Building Family Wellness Traditions with Organic Rooibos
Nurturing Young Tea Lovers: Building Family Wellness Traditions with Organic Rooibos
Discover how to introduce children to the wonderful world of organic tea with Skimmelberg's caffeine-free Rooibos. Learn about the safety, benefits, and cultural significance of sharing tea traditions with your... Read more...
Buchu Oil Secrets: The Sustainable Craft Behind Skimmelberg’s Iconic Essential Oil
Buchu Oil Secrets: The Sustainable Craft Behind Skimmelberg’s Iconic Essential Oil
Skimmelberg’s Organic Buchu Oil begins its life high on the slopes of the Cederberg, where generations of the De Villiers family have protected and cultivated the rare Buchu shrub. Follow... Read more...
Why Organic Buchu and Rooibos Deserve a Place in Your Daily Ritual
Why Organic Buchu and Rooibos Deserve a Place in Your Daily Ritual
From the remote Cederberg mountains to your teacup, Skimmelberg’s organically grown Buchu and Rooibos embody centuries of tradition and a future-minded commitment to purity and planet. Learn how to weave... Read more...
From Soil to Sip: The Sustainable Journey of Organic Rooibos and Honeybush at Skimmelberg
From Soil to Sip: The Sustainable Journey of Organic Rooibos and Honeybush at Skimmelberg
Join us on a flavour-rich journey across the wild Cederberg mountains and into the drying sheds of Skimmelberg. Discover how regenerative farming, indigenous wisdom and gentle processing transform organic rooibos... Read more...
Inside Skimmelberg: Organic Rooibos & Buchu from Cedarberg Soil to Teacup
Inside Skimmelberg: Organic Rooibos & Buchu from Cedarberg Soil to Teacup
A behind-the-scenes journey through Skimmelberg’s Cedarberg farm, exploring organic rooibos and buchu cultivation, sustainable practices, flavour pairing tips, and the heartfelt philosophy that guides every cup. Read more...
Organic Buchu & Rooibos: Skimmelberg’s Biodiversity-Friendly Journey from Farm to Cup
Organic Buchu & Rooibos: Skimmelberg’s Biodiversity-Friendly Journey from Farm to Cup
Discover how Skimmelberg’s organic farming, biodiversity stewardship and community partnerships safeguard the Cape Floral Kingdom while bringing you world-class Buchu and Rooibos teas and botanicals. Read more...
Discover the Power of Cape Fynbos: How Skimmelberg’s Rooibos & Buchu Can Transform Your Wellness Routine
Discover the Power of Cape Fynbos: How Skimmelberg’s Rooibos & Buchu Can Transform Your Wellness Routine
Explore the unique health benefits of Rooibos and Buchu from Skimmelberg, a family-run organic farm in South Africa’s Cederberg mountains. Learn how these fynbos botanicals support wellness, discover sustainable farming... Read more...
Buchu Oil: South Africa’s Natural Secret for Clear Skin and a Healthy Scalp
Buchu Oil: South Africa’s Natural Secret for Clear Skin and a Healthy Scalp
Published March 22, 2025 By Aardvel Artisanal Skincare In the ever-evolving world of clean beauty, few ingredients remain as underrated—and as powerful—as Buchu oil. Indigenous to South Africa and revered for... Read more...
How to Grow Your Own Rooibos & Celebrate South Africa’s Mighty Herb
How to Grow Your Own Rooibos & Celebrate South Africa’s Mighty Herb
Whether you’re an avid gardener, a herbal tea lover, or simply someone who wants to pay tribute to this incredible indigenous plant, here’s how you can start growing your own... Read more...
Why Visiting the Cederberg Region Should Be on Your 2025 Bucket List
Why Visiting the Cederberg Region Should Be on Your 2025 Bucket List
As we step into 2025, there’s no better time to plan your next adventure. If you’re seeking a destination that combines breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and unique cultural experiences, the... Read more...
Why Organic Farming Matters More Than Ever.
Why Organic Farming Matters More Than Ever.
With the issues of climate change already hitting our society, sustainable farming has become a pivotal necessity in the globe. Organic farming isn’t just a niche; it’s a necessity. Read more...
What Makes Rooibos so Unique?
What Makes Rooibos so Unique?
If you go almost anywhere in the world, the chances of either seeing Rooibos or hearing about Rooibos is rather slim. This indigenous herb is unique to South Africa. Read more...
Herbal Tea Stirs Up Kids' Beverage Segment
Herbal Tea Stirs Up Kids' Beverage Segment
The popularity of herbal infusions or tisanes, like Rooibos, has surged in the last few years with more consumers drinking loose leaf, bagged, ready-to-drink and flavoured tisanes.  Read more...
New Rooibos Phytosome to Be Developed for Cosmetic Application
New Rooibos Phytosome to Be Developed for Cosmetic Application
Researchers from Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) are using phytosome nanotechnology – an emerging field – to enhance the bioavailability of Rooibos extracts in skin formulations.    Read more...
Wholesome Initiatives to Get Involved With in and Around South Africa
Wholesome Initiatives to Get Involved With in and Around South Africa
If you're on the lookout for projects and initiatives to support and be a part of, look no further than our personally curated list of some of our all-time favourites. Read more...
New Rooibos Phytosome Developed for Cosmetic Application
New Rooibos Phytosome Developed for Cosmetic Application
By SA Rooibos Council /// Researchers from Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) are using phytosome nanotechnology – an emerging field – to enhance the bioavailability of Rooibos extracts in skin... Read more...
Zebrafish Research Reveals Green Rooibos Tea’s Anxiety-busting Properties
Zebrafish Research Reveals Green Rooibos Tea’s Anxiety-busting Properties
by The Conversation ///   Rooibos tea is a uniquely South African product. The plant, Aspalathus linearis, grows mainly in the Cederberg area of the country’s Western Cape province. And it’s not... Read more...
rooibos farm skimmelberg clanwilliam Cederberg mountains
Beverage Trends: Pinterest Predicts “Tea will be the new happy hour” in 2022
By Rooibos Council ///   The two-year pandemic has led to major shifts in grocery buying patterns as the world became accustomed to spending more time at home.  The changing... Read more...
Buchu: South Africa's Ancient Miracle Herb
Buchu: South Africa's Ancient Miracle Herb
Buchu might sound like the name of a popular new juice bar, or a yoga pose you never knew existed, but it’s actually an ancient herb from South Africa that’s... Read more...
Homegrown Rooibos Tea May Be Able To Alleviate Bothersome Nasal Allergies
Homegrown Rooibos Tea May Be Able To Alleviate Bothersome Nasal Allergies
Given the high cost of allergy and asthma medication, local researchers from the University of Cape Town are now examining the extent to which Rooibos tea can provide relief for... Read more...
Buchu is Good for You!
Buchu is Good for You!
A bit of history – the Khoi-Khoi and San people used to chew Buchu leaves for it’s medicinal properties way back when. They also used it as insect repellant and... Read more...