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AutoX: Powering a better South Africa through CSI

AutoX, a leading manufacturer of automotive batteries in South Africa, is committed to more than just powering vehicles. Through its brands, Willard and SABAT Batteries, the company plays ...

16 Apr 2025 · 3 min read

Tru-Cape’s African growth story: Meet the rising demand for quality apples

With approximately half of all apples marketed by Tru-Cape sold in Africa, the fruit exporter continues to stay ahead of shifting consumer preferences and developments in the continent’s ...

16 Apr 2025 · 6 min read

Potato news: Potato farmers benefit from expansion of potato moth monitoring project

A long-term potato moth monitoring project in the Sandveld has shown great successful over eight years and is now being expanded to the north of South Africa. Potato moth (Phthorimaea ...

15 Apr 2025 · 4 min read

Happy Birthday! South African apple industry celebrates its 363rd birthday on Apri...

On April 17, 363 years ago, the seeds for one of South Africa’s most significant agricultural industries were sown—quite literally. On 17 April 1662, Dutch Governor Jan van Riebeeck ...

15 Apr 2025 · 4 min read

Innovating Africa’s future: Weigh smart and power green with The Millennium Group

Africa stands on the brink of a new industrial era. As agriculture, logistics, mining, and energy sectors race to meet rising demands, innovation becomes the driving force behind ...

15 Apr 2025 · 4 min read

Business

LEMAITIRE MAXECO PRO SAFETY BOOTS: Built for the South African agricultural industry

For over 30 years, the Maxeco safety boot has been a trusted companion for South Africa’s agricultural workforce. From farms to packhouses and Agri-processing plants, this boot has ...

7 Mar 2025 · 4 min read

CAT has a shoe for every farmer

Farmers need a reliable shoe that can handle any terrain, task or track. Choosing the right shoes is more than just about fashion or comfort, it is also about your health. Every step we ...

6 Mar 2025 · 2 min read

Budget Part Africa: 14 years of providing quality parts and good service

Uli Pelser decided to start his own business in 2010 after having worked for many years in the parts industry for commercial vehicles. "I reached a point where I felt I could offer better ...

5 Mar 2025 · 3 min read

Micasa: What you need to know about your solar system

You need to take care of your investments and a solar system is definitely an investment. Just as tractors and other equipment need to be serviced regularly, you also need to take care of ...

24 Feb 2025 · 5 min read

Your Farm. Your Solar.

As electricity prices continue to soar and grid reliability declines, South African farmers grapple with rising energy costs threatening essential operations like irrigation, refrigeration, ...

13 Jan 2025 · 4 min read

Livestock

Innovating Africa’s future: Weigh smart and power green with The Millennium Group

Africa stands on the brink of a new industrial era. As agriculture, logistics, mining, and energy sectors race to meet rising demands, innovation becomes the driving force behind ...

15 Apr 2025 · 4 min read

Smooth, safe, and stress-free loading: Tal-Tec’s ramps raise the standard in lives...

Loading livestock should never be a game of chance. When cattle or sheep are moved onto transport vehicles, the process needs to be fast, safe, and stress-free—for both animals and ...

14 Apr 2025 · 4 min read

VIDEO: Don’t miss the Vlakte Bonsmara’s 19th production auction!

The Vlakte Bonsmara Study Group focuses on genetic improvement and aims to remain a leader in the market, setting an example for other breeders in the livestock industry. Don't miss their ...

10 Apr 2025 · < 1 min read

Become a winner with Feedtek: Feed your animals what they need

Healthy, strong animals give the farmer a healthy, strong bank account, and to become healthy and strong, animals must be properly fed. Nutrients like vitamins, minerals and proteins can ...

10 Apr 2025 · 3 min read

Choosing the right trailer for your farm: How Algar helps you work smarter

Farming is demanding, and having the right equipment can make all the difference. A well-suited trailer is more than just a tool for transportation—it enhances efficiency, improves ...

9 Apr 2025 · 4 min read

Innovation

AutoX: Powering a better South Africa through CSI

AutoX, a leading manufacturer of automotive batteries in South Africa, is committed to more than just powering vehicles. Through its brands, Willard and SABAT Batteries, the company plays ...

16 Apr 2025 · 3 min read

Get precision in the field with Pulsar’s Merger LRF XP35 binoculars

Pulsar has redefined traditional binoculars with their Merger LRF range. These thermal imaging binoculars are no longer only a viewing instrument but a necessary tool that should be a ...

8 Apr 2025 · 3 min read

Tersus: Precision farming made easy

Technology makes your life and farming easier and rewarding. With GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) positioning technology you can schedule your tractors and farm machinery, and ...

14 Mar 2025 · 2 min read

Maximise your farm’s efficiency with the Bresser 7-in-1 Weather Station

For farmers, the weather is one of the most crucial factors influencing daily operations and long-term planning. Accurate weather data can mean the difference between a successful harvest ...

12 Mar 2025 · 5 min read

Agri drones unlock precision farming

The agricultural sector has been given the enormous task of ending world hunger in the next five years. Rising costs, global market (and political) instability and inflation have placed so ...

27 Feb 2025 · 5 min read

Mechanisation

Innovating Africa’s future: Weigh smart and power green with The Millennium Group

Africa stands on the brink of a new industrial era. As agriculture, logistics, mining, and energy sectors race to meet rising demands, innovation becomes the driving force behind ...

15 Apr 2025 · 4 min read

Quality, service, and understanding the farmer: Buy your new Kubota from Bruyns Eq...

Good news for farmers is that Bruyns Equipment, a leading supplier of agricultural equipment, is making a name for itself as a reliable partner for modern farming. With an extensive range ...

14 Apr 2025 · 4 min read

Tow like a pro with the Ford Ranger

The Ford Ranger is built to handle tough jobs with confidence, and that includes towing heavy loads with ease. In South Africa, where road trips and outdoor adventures are a way of life, ...

11 Apr 2025 · 7 min read

Sintech: Driving innovation in braking and clutch solutions for agriculture and in...

Since 1984, Sintech has been a trusted supplier of clutches, brakes, and engineering solutions to the South African market, with a strong focus on mining and mining-related industries. Over ...

9 Apr 2025 · 3 min read

Diamond Implements has the perfect feed mixer for your farm

Diamond Implements celebrated its 50th anniversary last year, marking five decades of excellence in the farming industry. Since its inception in 1974, the company has been at the ...

9 Apr 2025 · 4 min read

Crops

Tru-Cape’s African growth story: Meet the rising demand for quality apples

With approximately half of all apples marketed by Tru-Cape sold in Africa, the fruit exporter continues to stay ahead of shifting consumer preferences and developments in the continent’s ...

16 Apr 2025 · 6 min read

Potato news: Potato farmers benefit from expansion of potato moth monitoring project

A long-term potato moth monitoring project in the Sandveld has shown great successful over eight years and is now being expanded to the north of South Africa. Potato moth (Phthorimaea ...

15 Apr 2025 · 4 min read

Tariffs on SA citrus will damage both SA and the US

This week the first citrus intended for the US market will be packed by South African growers. On Wednesday the 9th of April the expected additional 30% tariff on South African exports to ...

8 Apr 2025 · 4 min read

The sky is no longer the limit: Take your farming to the next level with Skyfarmers

In the heart of South Africa's agricultural sector, SkyFarmers stands out as a trailblazer in integrating drone technology into farming practices. By harnessing advanced aerial solutions, ...

8 Apr 2025 · 4 min read

Corteva Crop Protection: Putting potato famers first

At Corteva Crop Protection South Africa, farmers are at the heart of everything we do. We understand that farming is not just a profession — but a way of life, legacy, and the backbone of ...

2 Apr 2025 · 4 min read

People

AgriSETA and TUT partner to equip young South Africans with critical agricultural ...

The Agricultural Sector Education and Training Authority (AgriSETA) has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing South Africa’s unemployment crisis by ensuring that young people acquire ...

25 Mar 2025 · 3 min read

Springbok continues with farming … and Agrico ensures success

A love for this country and for farming Bakkies Botha, a name synonymous with talent and perseverance on the rugby field, does not have just one passion in this life. Just as deep, even ...

4 Dec 2024 · 6 min read

VIDEO: HelpJag and Bakkies Botha’s excellent partnership

Bakkies is not only a farmer, but also an ambassador for the farming community. He understands the challenges that farmers face, and he uses his platform to support the hard-working men ...

29 Nov 2024 · < 1 min read

VIDEO: 2023 Farmer of the year: Dewald te Water

Earlier this year, the ProagriMedia team had the incredible privilege of visiting the 2023 farmer of the year Dewald te Water, who farms between Bethal and Trichard in Mpumalanga, to gain ...

23 Oct 2024 · 2 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

News & Events

Happy Birthday! South African apple industry celebrates its 363rd birthday on Apri...

On April 17, 363 years ago, the seeds for one of South Africa’s most significant agricultural industries were sown—quite literally. On 17 April 1662, Dutch Governor Jan van Riebeeck ...

15 Apr 2025 · 4 min read

Bühler drives innovation in agriculture and food processing

NAMPO 2025 is set to be one of the most significant agricultural events in Southern Africa, bringing together farmers, agribusinesses, and industry leaders to explore the latest innovations ...

14 Apr 2025 · 3 min read

FAW Trucks Southern Africa charts bold course at 2025 dealer conference

FAW Trucks Southern Africa recently convened its annual Dealer Conference and Awards, uniting its extensive network from across the region for a week dedicated to strategic alignment, ...

10 Apr 2025 · 3 min read

The female opportunity in Africa’s agricultural sector

The role of women farmers in realising the continent’s agricultural potential According to the World Bank, the agricultural economy employs 65 – 70% of Africa’s labour force and on ...

10 Apr 2025 · 4 min read

Rising water scarcity and food insecurity challenges require more sustainable solu...

Water is the lifeblood of agriculture, a major socio-economic driver for billions of people, and integral to South Africa’s economy and food supply chain. With climate change ...

10 Apr 2025 · 5 min read
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