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VIDEO: General sale: 7 August 2024 at farm Tweedraai, Trichardt

Come and buy your necessary farm implements at the Vleissentraal auction! 7 August 2024 at 11:00 Tweedraai, Trichardt. Do not miss it. Contact Vleissentraal by 083-310-0036/ ...

26 Jul 2024 · < 1 min read

VIDEO: Feast with Case IH at Lamb Champs 2024

Lamb Champs is an annual festival where sheep and goat farmers get the opportunity to compete for the best, healthiest and tastiest spit. This year Lamb Champs took place at the Botanical ...

26 Jul 2024 · < 1 min read

PJ Budler takes the cattle industry by storm: This is his advice in a nutshell

The name PJ Budler has been uttered worldwide in conversations about learning from the best in cattle breeding and expertise. This extraordinary man had humble beginnings in the Eastern ...

26 Jul 2024 · 7 min read

VIDEO: Valtrac at Val Boeredag 2024

Valtrac shines bright at Val Boeredag ​​2024. Valtra has been manufacturing outstanding tractors since 1951. With years of experience in the industry, Valtrac knows the winning ...

26 Jul 2024 · < 1 min read

Brazil poultry disease outbreaks highlight urgent need for policy reforms in South...

25 July 2024: In the wake of recent outbreaks of bird flu and Newcastle disease in Brazil, leading importer and food distributor Hume International has called for urgent policy reforms and ...

26 Jul 2024 · 4 min read

Business

Grow your farming enterprise with Standard Bank

No visit to NAMPO is complete if you haven’t joined the crowd at the Standard Bank 4x4 track to check which bakkie will climb the hills and swim the rivers on the farm with no hesitation ...

15 Jul 2024 · 4 min read

Why shadeports beat other roofing options

Vehicles are expensive and nowadays they are even quite clever, but they cannot protect themselves against damage caused by the sun and other weather conditions like storms or hail. It is ...

11 Jul 2024 · 3 min read

FAW Trucks Southern Africa Clinches Gold At Nada Dealer Awards

FAW Trucks Southern Africa proudly secures the coveted Gold Award at the prestigious NADA Dealer Awards. This achievement reflects the company's unwavering dedication to delivering ...

11 Jul 2024 · 3 min read

AECI Plant Health: Measure and weigh for success

Every farmer knows how important it is to measure and weigh crop protection and nutrition products accurately for optimal crop protection and yield.  AECI Plant Health is a company that ...

3 Jul 2024 · 3 min read

Triotrade take peanut production one LEAP further

The farmer plants and harvests peanuts with great effort and great care, but peanut production still needs more to make its mark in the market. This is where the peanut processing experts, ...

1 Jul 2024 · 4 min read

Livestock

VIDEO: Feast with Case IH at Lamb Champs 2024

Lamb Champs is an annual festival where sheep and goat farmers get the opportunity to compete for the best, healthiest and tastiest spit. This year Lamb Champs took place at the Botanical ...

26 Jul 2024 · < 1 min read

PJ Budler takes the cattle industry by storm: This is his advice in a nutshell

The name PJ Budler has been uttered worldwide in conversations about learning from the best in cattle breeding and expertise. This extraordinary man had humble beginnings in the Eastern ...

26 Jul 2024 · 7 min read

VIDEO: Meyersvlei Bonsmara Auction

Meyersvlei Bonsmara auction recap - a day filled with great excitement and anticipation. An astounding price of R130 000,00 for the bull of Lot 16. A big congratulations to Meyesvlei ...

22 Jul 2024 · < 1 min read

Zambia faces severe drought crisis impacting cattle feed availability – are climat...

Zambia is currently grappling with a severe drought that threatens to devastate its agricultural sector, particularly the livestock industry. The lack of rain has led to massive crop ...

18 Jul 2024 · 6 min read

UN agency assists SADC farmers address swine fever

As more people take up farming in the Southern African region, experts are concerned about a dearth of skills. Despite the promise of economic viability, agriculture is seeing new entrants ...

11 Jul 2024 · 4 min read

Innovation

VIDEO: Valtrac at Val Boeredag 2024

Valtrac shines bright at Val Boeredag ​​2024. Valtra has been manufacturing outstanding tractors since 1951. With years of experience in the industry, Valtrac knows the winning ...

26 Jul 2024 · < 1 min read

VIDEO: Power up with World of Sun & Wind Power

Watch this video to find out more about the specs of the 250 kW system! [embed]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FexFtRjNRM4[/embed] Visit www.worldofsunandwindpower.com for more ...

25 Jul 2024 · < 1 min read

VIDEO: This battery systems are for the long run | World of Sun & Wind Power

Talk about longevity and trust! This high voltage power system has a warranty of ten years! [embed]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G45W3ux7Hn4[/embed] Visit ...

25 Jul 2024 · < 1 min read

VIDEO: Unleash the power with World of Sun & Wind Power

Introducing this high voltage battery system! Model HVB-IS001 is one a must have in you home. [embed]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MpQHBTDSoEI[/embed] Visit ...

25 Jul 2024 · < 1 min read

VIDEO: Pannar Val Boeredag 2024

Pannar brings the community together at Val Boeredag ​​2024. Carl Otto, regional manager of Pannar-seed, mentions that it is a privilege to be involved with Pannar on Val Boeredag ...

24 Jul 2024 · < 1 min read

Mechanisation

VIDEO: Valtrac at Val Boeredag 2024

Valtrac shines bright at Val Boeredag ​​2024. Valtra has been manufacturing outstanding tractors since 1951. With years of experience in the industry, Valtrac knows the winning ...

26 Jul 2024 · < 1 min read

VIDEO: Case IH’s new versatile tractor: the Optum

Case IH is firmly rooted in agriculture, and this was once again confirmed this year at NAMPO. A highlight for the Case IH team was the introduction of their new, beautiful, red Optum CVX ...

23 Jul 2024 · < 1 min read

Seal leaking dams with Damit’s tried and trusted Dam Sealer

Damit Dam Sealer is a tried and trusted way to seal leaking earth dams or dam walls without having to empty out the water first. Damit Dam Sealer was developed and introduced to the ...

23 Jul 2024 · 3 min read

Change the harvest game with Macdon’s M2 series windrowers

Harvesting efficiency is enhanced by the MacDon M2 series windrowers, which are engineered to offer robust harvesting performance while being road-friendly. These advanced machines combine ...

22 Jul 2024 · 6 min read

The benefits of auctions for selling mining, construction equipment, and trucks

When it comes to selling heavy machinery such as mining equipment, construction gear, and trucks, auctions offer a myriad of advantages over traditional sales methods. The dynamic and ...

22 Jul 2024 · 4 min read

Crops

Black frost impact already evident in fresh produce market trends

Cabbage Weekly and monthly price averages remain under pressure due to higher supplies seen in the market, between June and July. Analysts anticipate this trend to persist for the rest ...

24 Jul 2024 · 2 min read

VIDEO: Pannar Val Boeredag 2024

Pannar brings the community together at Val Boeredag ​​2024. Carl Otto, regional manager of Pannar-seed, mentions that it is a privilege to be involved with Pannar on Val Boeredag ...

24 Jul 2024 · < 1 min read

Going green at home with Knittex Veggie shade cloth and your own garden

[embed]https://youtu.be/jaBMOE4IPw4[/embed] Whether it is fruits, vegetables or herbs, having your own garden is a must have. Isabel Ballot from Knittex and Johnny Goosen from Indigo ...

22 Jul 2024 · < 1 min read

Place your seeds precisely with Case IH’s Early Riser planter

Case IH was once again present at Val Farmers Day this year and introduced their 2120 Early Riser planter to farmers. “We are very excited to see how this precision planter stands out ...

18 Jul 2024 · 3 min read

VIDEO: Case IH 6150 Axial Flow-harvester

Kobus tells more about the specifications and unique features of the Case IH 6150 Axial Flow harvester. The harvester's standard rotor is 76.2 cm (30 inches) wide and 274.32 cm (108 ...

17 Jul 2024 · < 1 min read

People

Unpacking Bayer’s Commitment to “Health for All, Hunger for None”...

The article by Jorge Levinson, the Senior Bayer Representative for Sub-Saharan Africa. At Bayer, we believe in a world without hunger, a future without disease, and the humility to ...

20 Jun 2024 · 3 min read

Redback boots: If the shoe fits, put it on!

When farming and working on the farm, a farmer wants to do it in comfort, without sore and tired feet. Australian Redback boots need no introduction to South African farmers. Trappers, ...

19 Jun 2024 · 2 min read

Agri Skills Transfer cultivates a love for agriculture in the hearts of their stud...

Agri Skills Transfer believes agriculture is the future. Here you receive more than just a certificate or diploma. You gain valuable farming experience and skills to not only farm but ...

26 Mar 2024 · 6 min read

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

News & Events

VIDEO: General sale: 7 August 2024 at farm Tweedraai, Trichardt

Come and buy your necessary farm implements at the Vleissentraal auction! 7 August 2024 at 11:00 Tweedraai, Trichardt. Do not miss it. Contact Vleissentraal by 083-310-0036/ ...

26 Jul 2024 · < 1 min read

Brazil poultry disease outbreaks highlight urgent need for policy reforms in South...

25 July 2024: In the wake of recent outbreaks of bird flu and Newcastle disease in Brazil, leading importer and food distributor Hume International has called for urgent policy reforms and ...

26 Jul 2024 · 4 min read

Wildfires are set to become commonplace

Here's how World Cup rugby star and farmer Kwagga Smith prepares for fire season The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) reports that the increasing urbanisation of ...

25 Jul 2024 · 4 min read

Xylem Africa provides food relief to Western Cape storm victims

Johannesburg, South Africa, 23 July 2024: Heavy rains and floods have battered the Western Cape province, affecting 160,000 people and leaving thousands of structures flooded or damaged. ...

24 Jul 2024 · 3 min read

African marketing confederation’s conference tackles economic turmoil &...

Marketers across the globe need to come up with innovative campaigns as they seek to ensure that their brand remains resilient and top of mind in today’s socio-economic environment. Not ...

23 Jul 2024 · 3 min read
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