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Technews: The latest in agricultural technology from around the world

Tortuga AgTech wins Ag Robot of the Year 2024 award Last month we showed the top five contenders for the Ag Robot of the Year title in a competition run by Future Farming. The panel of ...

18 Mar 2024 · 6 min read

Banana production in Africa part 3: Desucker, irrigate, and bag for better results

Desuckering of a banana plant means cutting off unwanted shoots from the stems of the mother banana plant. This will increase the banana plant size. Proper watering of the banana plant ...

18 Mar 2024 · 6 min read

Solynta rebrands to ‘true potato seed’ company

Solynta, the Dutch company that specializes in the development, production and sales of hybrid true potato seed announced today that it will adjust its branding to ‘Solynta – true ...

18 Mar 2024 · 3 min read

AGRA report: Agribusinesses need support to navigate the “triple crisis”

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of AGRA AGRA (formerly known as the Alliance for Green Revolution in Africa) has released the third edition of the ‘African Agribusiness Outlook ...

18 Mar 2024 · 5 min read

Get the safest passenger vehicle at Mahindra Alberton

If you do not already know that the Mahindra XUV300 has been named one of the safest cars in Africa, now is the time to turn your ears. This exceptional achievement was announced in 2021 ...

18 Mar 2024 · 3 min read

Business

AGRA report: Agribusinesses need support to navigate the “triple crisis”

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of AGRA AGRA (formerly known as the Alliance for Green Revolution in Africa) has released the third edition of the ‘African Agribusiness Outlook ...

18 Mar 2024 · 5 min read

New Small and Medium sized Enterprise (SME) Impact Report Advocates Enhanced Suppo...

AGRA  has today released the 3rd edition of the ‘African Agribusiness Outlook Report’ which sheds light on the impact of the "Triple Crisis" - COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, and ...

7 Mar 2024 · 5 min read

A big surprise as agriculture GDP plunges in the second half of 2023

Despite massive challenges, South Africa’s economy managed to expand by 0.6% in 2023. With a rebound of 0.1% q/q in the final quarter of 2023, South Africa (SA) avoided a technical ...

7 Mar 2024 · 3 min read

A billion-dollar bet for Zimbabwe’s green exports

Last year Zimbabwe emerged as a major player in the global production of horticulture produce, despite faltering in other agriculture sectors. For years Zimbabwe has staked its ...

20 Feb 2024 · 4 min read

Budget Review 2024: Navigating uncertainty in challenging times

Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana will deliver the 2024 Budget Review to Parliament next week as the South African economy faces a gloomy economic outlook. The economy is still ...

16 Feb 2024 · 4 min read

Livestock

Broiler uniformity is money

Uniformity of performance in broilers Broiler business demands good results for good performance, therefore when measuring the success of a broiler business, the following typical ...

18 Mar 2024 · 4 min read

Namibia: Rabies in kudu on the rise again

An increase in the number of rabies cases among kudu has been reported in Namibia. Yet, rabies is nothing new to Namibia. The first cases of rabid kudus were reported near Windhoek in the ...

16 Mar 2024 · 7 min read

Revolutionising livestock handling with Algar Ind BK

In the bustling heart of Gauteng, nestled just 10 kilometres outside Carletonville, lies a beacon of innovation in the agricultural landscape - Algar Ind BK. For over a decade, this ...

8 Mar 2024 · 4 min read

Zamhatch providing happy and healthy chicks since 2015

In a world where the demand for nutritious, sustainable protein in form of chicken has risen, one name stands out: Zamhatch. As one of the leaders in broiler chick production, Zamhatch ...

29 Feb 2024 · 4 min read

From cows to kittens, here’s how to curb the spread of zoonotic diseases

Humans and animals share a special and close bond, especially when it comes to our beloved pets and our livestock. But think twice before giving your parakeet an affectionate peck on the ...

29 Feb 2024 · 6 min read

Innovation

B & V Shade Netting: We’ve got you covered!

When you invest in B & V Shade Netting and Awnings, you are investing in more than twenty years of experience in the shade netting industry. This company’s products have a diverse ...

15 Mar 2024 · 4 min read

Agri4all.com brings buyer and seller together

Tired of advertising? We'll do it for you! If you want to sell your agricultural products, you may have already considered listing sites. A listing site works almost like Facebook's ...

8 Mar 2024 · 4 min read

How West Africa is building resilience against climate change

According to the report Climate Change and Security in West Africa published by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), changing climate conditions in West Africa are ...

7 Mar 2024 · 3 min read

Lead the way Forward – Innovative solutions to power your future

April is a critical period in the seasonal cycle of South Africa's agriculture. Traditionally, this month corresponds with summer and winter crops' planting and harvesting periods. ...

6 Mar 2024 · 4 min read

Get the best ROI by protecting crops with agricultural net

A prosperous farm is more than just a plot of land.  It’s a complex business venture that requires careful consideration of input costs, timing, and protecting of assets, namely your ...

28 Feb 2024 · 2 min read

Mechanisation

Get the safest passenger vehicle at Mahindra Alberton

If you do not already know that the Mahindra XUV300 has been named one of the safest cars in Africa, now is the time to turn your ears. This exceptional achievement was announced in 2021 ...

18 Mar 2024 · 3 min read

Experience uphill as downhill with the new Toyota Land Cruiser 70 series

When I say “farmer”, you automatically think ... Toyota Land Cruiser! In South Africa, “bakkie” is synonymous with farmer. Whether you are facing dirt roads or traffic jams, this ...

15 Mar 2024 · 4 min read

Spread success with Rovic Leers’ Syncro Spreader

Melissa Jonker from Rovic Leers tells us more about their Syncro Spreader at the Chrissiesmeer Farmer's Day. This implement is the Rovic Syncro Spreader RSM 10-14. This Syncro Spreader ...

14 Mar 2024 · < 1 min read

Tradestuff at your service!

Any seasoned farmer understands this very well: There is no use in buying a high-quality tractor, but there is no after-sales service afterwards. Tradestuff in the Northwest also ...

11 Mar 2024 · 8 min read

At New Vaal Motors you don’t just buy trucks, you become part of the family

New Vaal Motors visited Balfour Hay Day with an impressive display of their trucks. Pierre Marnewick is the dealer principal at New Vaal Motors Vereeniging. He says that the farmers are ...

7 Mar 2024 · 2 min read

Crops

Banana production in Africa part 3: Desucker, irrigate, and bag for better results

Desuckering of a banana plant means cutting off unwanted shoots from the stems of the mother banana plant. This will increase the banana plant size. Proper watering of the banana plant ...

18 Mar 2024 · 6 min read

Solynta rebrands to ‘true potato seed’ company

Solynta, the Dutch company that specializes in the development, production and sales of hybrid true potato seed announced today that it will adjust its branding to ‘Solynta – true ...

18 Mar 2024 · 3 min read

Grow ultra beautiful crops with Ultra Starter! | Kynoch

Dr. Chris Smit, senior agricultural scientist at Kynoch, shares more about the Ultra Starter fertiliser. Dry granular fertiliser is coated with a micronutrient covering. The covering is ...

14 Mar 2024 · < 1 min read

Drones deliver predator bugs for sustainable pest control at Vergelegen

High tech is being combined with ancient natural remedies at one of South Africa’s best-known wine farms, where buzzing benefactors are helping to keep the vineyards ...

11 Mar 2024 · 6 min read

Kynoch are experts when it comes to fertliser! | KynoKelp

Dr. Chris Schmidt is a senior agricultural scientist at Kynoch. He explains why KynoKelp is the right choice for your soil. "Kelp" is an extract obtained from seaweed found along the ...

11 Mar 2024 · < 1 min read

People

Overcoming Agricultural Education Obstacles: Empowering Farmers to study on the Farm

For the past two decades, Agri Skills Transfer has stood as a beacon of excellence in agricultural training and skills development. With our practical approach to teaching, we have ...

22 Feb 2024 · 3 min read

African smallholders struggle despite increased international support.

While African countries have received generous support from international agencies and philanthropists to boost agriculture production, critics note that this has not been enough to deal ...

14 Dec 2023 · 5 min read

Merry Christmas and Many Thanks from Gallagher Animal Management

From the Gallagher family, thank you for a wonderful year. It was an absolute privilege working with each and every one of our special clients. We wish you a lovely and safe holiday ...

1 Dec 2023 · < 1 min read

Tapeworm is spreading, endangering people

Echinococcus granulosus is a type of tapeworm which is a harmful parasite. It’s a zoonotic disease, which means it spreads from animals to people, with a life cycle involving humans, ...

28 Nov 2023 · 8 min read

Southern Africa small-scale farming success featuring individual success story

Incubation eliminates entry barriers for small-scale farmers: Access to loan financing is a game changer. Access to loan financing and the lack of skills to manage cash flow in small ...

28 Nov 2023 · 7 min read

News & Events

Technews: The latest in agricultural technology from around the world

Tortuga AgTech wins Ag Robot of the Year 2024 award Last month we showed the top five contenders for the Ag Robot of the Year title in a competition run by Future Farming. The panel of ...

18 Mar 2024 · 6 min read

Young farmers farm for the future

Our Young Farmers are the leaders in South Africa's future agricultural environment, and the theme of this year's TLU SA Young Farmer Conference was one that creates hope and shows our ...

18 Mar 2024 · 4 min read

Sowing sustainable success

Successful female agripreneur shares guiding principles for launching a sustainable farming enterprise For Cynthia Sekgobela, retirement in 2016 brought a bold new beginning. After 21 ...

4 Mar 2024 · 4 min read

ZNFU welcomes Republican President’s decision to declare drought a national ...

THE Zambia National Farmers Union (ZNFU) welcomes the declaration of drought as a national disaster by the Republican President Mr. Hakainde Hichilema and the measures that will be taken to ...

1 Mar 2024 · 4 min read

Xylem: Make water the champion in 2024

We already have solutions to water problems—it's time we started using more of them. It would be incorrect to say the world does not care about water. It's our most precious resource: ...

27 Feb 2024 · 3 min read
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