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Waterkloof students says that agriculture’s future is bright

When you ask a farmer why he wants to be in the field, his answer will be: “Farming is in my blood." One thing is certain: A farmer knows in his heart what he wants to do from a young ...

6 Sep 2024 · 5 min read

Shell supports young subsistence farmers straight to where it is needed

Shell Downstream South Africa partnered with Impala Bafokeng to support small-scale subsistence farmers in the Rustenburg area as part of its dedication to powering lives. On 26 August, ...

6 Sep 2024 · 3 min read

Kagiso Trust awards R3-million to SPAR’s Rural Hub farmers

Kagiso Trust, through its Tyala Impact Fund, has made a significant impact on rural farming communities by awarding R300 000 each to 10 rural hub farmers as part of its support for The SPAR ...

6 Sep 2024 · 4 min read

Radium Engineering: The solution for your farm

Radium Engineering brings quality and innovation to the agricultural industry with their wide range of implements. Since opening their doors in 1965, they have continued to support and ...

6 Sep 2024 · 3 min read

John Deere is rooting for their clients! This is what they did at It’s Grow Time

Knowledge is power! This is also the belief of John Deere. That is why they presented the It’s Grow Time event. At this event, farmers had the opportunity to move around to different ...

6 Sep 2024 · 5 min read

Business

The South African division of the world’s leading water technology company c...

Xylem SA is excited to share that it has successfully achieved certification in ISO 14001 and 45001 management systems, covering Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE). The certification ...

6 Sep 2024 · 5 min read

VIDEO: Advanta Seeds – Canola Farmer’s Day

The Advanta Seeds team proudly embarked on the Canola Farmers' Day and shared much excitement for the future of canola oil. Watch the video for a flashback of the event. For more ...

5 Sep 2024 · < 1 min read

Kentmaster South Africa: The meat processing industry’s hero 

There is no question that in the meat processing industry, producing high-quality meat products are more than just a job; it is an art that requires precision, efficiency, and the right ...

5 Sep 2024 · 4 min read

Hino aims to continue its record for reliability in 2025 Dakar Rally

Hino Motors Limited of Japan has announced that it will compete in its 34th Dakar Rally, in Saudi Arabia in January 2025, as it aims to continue to build on its record for reliability in ...

3 Sep 2024 · 3 min read

A BRIGHT FUTURE AWAITS – Young people who equip themselves as John Deere tec...

The developments that come with the modernization and advancement in Agriculture and Mechanization, create a need for technical specialists who can operate, maintain, and repair advanced ...

3 Sep 2024 · 4 min read

Livestock

With Bonnox , fencing is easy

“It is easy as pie to erect Bonnox fencing. I saw it in ProAgri for the first time three years ago,” says Floris Venter from Bloemfontein in central South Africa. Floris already fenced ...

2 Sep 2024 · 3 min read

Bonnox has passed the baton!

Africa offers countless opportunities and the potential for developing the agricultural market is vast. Therefore, many people with passion and persistence came to this continent to realise ...

2 Sep 2024 · 6 min read

Protect your cattle with a Bonnox fortress

Theft on farms can be a big headache, and nowadays it causes farmers to assign a fair percentage of their budget to security. Johan Engelbrecht is a farmer who has to fight a fierce battle ...

2 Sep 2024 · 3 min read

Plantation farmers depend on Bonnox

Crops that take 25 years before they can be harvested have a long period of vulnerability and should therefore be properly protected. If this product is as valuable as timber, the ...

2 Sep 2024 · 4 min read

Become a top farmer with the Bielie-kraal cattle system! | Algar

Algar IND CC introduces the revolutionary Bielie-kraal cattle system! This is system is designed to transform livestock handling with the latest mechanical technology for durability, ...

2 Sep 2024 · < 1 min read

Innovation

Choose the best quality steel … choose BSi Steel

Running a successful business takes hard work, determination and quality products. When it comes to constructing your office and storage units, choosing quality products will help you save ...

5 Sep 2024 · 2 min read

VIDEO: Light the way with NewQuip interheat lamps

NewQuip offers a whole array of infrared lamps. In this video some of their lamps are displayed. These lamps have 175 watt power and a hard or soft glass exterior. NewQuip can also ...

3 Sep 2024 · < 1 min read

LM Staal Strukture: These steel structures are a cut above the rest

Imagine having twelve years of experience on your side. Imagine only the best, top-quality steel. Imagine nationwide service … this is LM Staal Strukture! LM Staal Strukture puts a ...

28 Aug 2024 · 2 min read

Pioneers in borehole drilling services

Inyati stands as a beacon of excellence in the drilling sector, offering a comprehensive range of high-quality services tailored to the needs of mining companies, industries, and ...

27 Aug 2024 · 4 min read

Agriculture is fun with New Holland and Waterkloof High School

Thanks to Waterkloof High School and New Holland the future of agriculture looks brighter. The school now has agricultural technology as a subject and with New Holland’s support the ...

26 Aug 2024 · 5 min read

Mechanisation

Waterkloof students says that agriculture’s future is bright

When you ask a farmer why he wants to be in the field, his answer will be: “Farming is in my blood." One thing is certain: A farmer knows in his heart what he wants to do from a young ...

6 Sep 2024 · 5 min read

Radium Engineering: The solution for your farm

Radium Engineering brings quality and innovation to the agricultural industry with their wide range of implements. Since opening their doors in 1965, they have continued to support and ...

6 Sep 2024 · 3 min read

John Deere is rooting for their clients! This is what they did at It’s Grow Time

Knowledge is power! This is also the belief of John Deere. That is why they presented the It’s Grow Time event. At this event, farmers had the opportunity to move around to different ...

6 Sep 2024 · 5 min read

Unlocking harvest potential: The revolutionary S7 harvester from John Deere

For farmers, the harvest season represents the culmination of their hard work and dedication, a time when the fruits of their labour are gathered from the fields. Every kernel counts, ...

5 Sep 2024 · 4 min read

Karat 12: A LEMKEN field is any crop’s dream

The era of burning residue on fields is over. Implements like LEMKEN’s Karat make life easier for farmers by eliminating the burning of fields and ensuring a beautiful, even seedbed that ...

5 Sep 2024 · 3 min read

Crops

From seed to table: The All Gold story

Whether there are 36 tomatoes in a bottle of All Gold tomato sauce or more, no one can argue that this sauce improves most types of food. On top of your chips or as part of your sauce, in ...

5 Sep 2024 · 4 min read

The future looks golden for Advanta and canola farmers

The canola industry in the Western Cape is experiencing dynamic growth, driven by technological advancements and sustainable practices. This expansion not only strengthens local economies ...

4 Sep 2024 · 6 min read

Potato supply remains stable for 2024

Potatoes South Africa, the industry body of the potato industry, has stated that the potato supply for 2024 remains stable and that reports of potato shortages and excessively high prices ...

2 Sep 2024 · 2 min read

BASF Zambia launches Cimegra® SC, a groundbreaking insecticide for fall armyworm

BASF, a global leader in agricultural solutions, proudly announces the launch of Cimegra® SC. This new insecticide promises to redefine the control of Fall Armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) ...

2 Sep 2024 · 3 min read

VIDEO: Make sure your crops are protected with LumiGEN CSAT | Pioneer

LumiGEN™ seed treatments capitalize on over 100 years of crop protection knowhow, and an understanding of what growers need and how they farm. Our seed treatment combinations are ...

29 Aug 2024 · < 1 min read

People

African cuisine 1: A fusion of cultures

The rich and diverse culinary traditions of Africa developed over a very long time and many cultures have contributed to the unique character of African dishes. These cultures include not ...

5 Sep 2024 · 7 min read

Meet Rozanne Herion: No task is too big for this iron woman

There is no reason for farmer’s wives and women in agriculture to wait and plead that busy men do work in and around the house. Does the crooked gate bother you? Grab the welding machine. ...

29 Aug 2024 · 7 min read

WPF releases free training on feeding chickens

The World Poultry Foundation (WPF) has released free training materials to help poultry farmers ensure their chickens are properly fed and watered. The training module is part of a ...

21 Aug 2024 · 2 min read

Drotsky – women show their mettle in welding

Farmers across South Africa have relied on Drotsky's dependable hammer mills, feed mixers, and pellet machines since 1962. The very first hammer mill was built by Gert Drotsky, and over ...

20 Aug 2024 · 4 min read

FAW Trucks Southern Africa celebrates Mandela Day with heartfelt CSR initiative

In honour of Mandela Day, FAW Trucks Southern Africa proudly engages in a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative aimed at uplifting local communities. This initiative not only ...

15 Aug 2024 · 3 min read

News & Events

Shell supports young subsistence farmers straight to where it is needed

Shell Downstream South Africa partnered with Impala Bafokeng to support small-scale subsistence farmers in the Rustenburg area as part of its dedication to powering lives. On 26 August, ...

6 Sep 2024 · 3 min read

Kagiso Trust awards R3-million to SPAR’s Rural Hub farmers

Kagiso Trust, through its Tyala Impact Fund, has made a significant impact on rural farming communities by awarding R300 000 each to 10 rural hub farmers as part of its support for The SPAR ...

6 Sep 2024 · 4 min read

Another incredible property on auction – Venditor Auctioneers

On 17 September 2024, Venditor Auctioneers will host an online liquidation auction for a 10,93 hectare industrial property at 1 Swaeltjie Street, Shalimar Ridge in Heidelberg, ...

6 Sep 2024 · 2 min read

Shortage of qualified veterinarians in South Africa leads to potential challenges ...

South Africa is experiencing a veterinarian and veterinary nurse shortage, which threatens the profession, food security, public health, and animal welfare. According to a recent report ...

5 Sep 2024 · 4 min read

VIDEO: Advanta Seeds – Canola Farmer’s Day

The Advanta Seeds team proudly embarked on the Canola Farmers' Day and shared much excitement for the future of canola oil. Watch the video for a flashback of the event. For more ...

5 Sep 2024 · < 1 min read
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