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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 po...

Crops Kenya Namibia

18 Mar 2024 · 3 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 th...

Livestock Namibia

16 Mar 2024 · 7 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 a...

Innovation Botswana Namibia South Africa Zambia Zimbabwe

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 agricu...

Business Botswana Namibia Zimbabwe

20 Feb 2024 · 4 min read

Will Russian fertiliser change Zimbabwe’s fortunes?

Farmers in Zimbabwe have for years received free fertiliser from government schemes as part of efforts to boost grain production. The Ministry of Agriculture has targeted maize grower...

Crops Botswana Namibia Zimbabwe

14 Feb 2024 · 4 min read

Zimbabwe cattle auctions slow down, but the numbers need to grow

Cattle auctions have historically been big business in Zimbabwe's low rainfall southwest, where cattle ranching formed a large part of the country's agri-economy. Commercial farmers w...

Livestock Botswana Namibia Zimbabwe

13 Feb 2024 · 4 min read

NAMLUB celebrates 20th anniversary as an official FUCHS Namibia distributor

Family owned and run Namibia Lubricants (NAMLUB) of Windhoek, now into its second generation, is celebrating its 20th year as the official FUCHS distributor in the country. Established i...

News & Events Namibia

8 Dec 2023 · 5 min read

Bird flu: Namibia bans poultry imports from SA

Namibia has suspended imports of live poultry, birds and poultry products from South Africa following the spread of the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in the neighbouring count...

News & Events Namibia

22 Nov 2023 · 3 min read

ESSE Clearing: For all your import and export needs in Zambia

“ESSE Clearing was started on Zambia’s Southern borders in 2003 covering imports and exports from South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana and Namibia. Over the years the company has expande...

Business Namibia

25 Aug 2023 · 2 min read

Farming is more than just a job

“Since childhood, I have been familiar with Massey Ferguson tractors. I grew up with them on the farm, and one thing that I can remember vividly, is that our Massey tractors barely sto...

Mechanisation Namibia

27 Jul 2023 · 8 min read

Namibian female farmer beats downfalls and cultivates her dreams

In the heart of the Northeastern parts of Namibia, 250 km from Windhoek, on the farm Springvale, is a passionate female farmer, Elize van Niekerk, who farms with cattle, goats, sheep, ma...

Irrigation Namibia

26 Sep 2022 · 4 min read

Crop production guide Namibia part 13: Pest and weed control application techniques

The methods used to apply plant protection chemicals are referred to as application techniques. There are many factors that contribute to good plant protection, including the substa...

Crops Namibia

21 Sep 2022 · 7 min read

Waterwise farming: Flowers can bloom in the desert

“We want to prove that agriculture can succeed in harsh conditions and then we can replicate this concept elsewhere,” says Christopher Kahle, Managing Director of Shalom Farm outside...

Innovation Namibia

31 Aug 2022 · 5 min read

John Deere: The farmer’s first choice

If you have ever been ready to get to work in your fields, only to find your equipment was not working, then you know the importance of reliability. Farming consists mainly of time...

Mechanisation Namibia

22 Jul 2022 · 5 min read

Crop production guide in Namibia Part 10: Marketing of produce

When it relates to agriculture, marketing starts right on the farm, with the planning of production to meet specific market demands and future growth opportunities. It consists of the f...

Crops Namibia

21 Jul 2022 · 7 min read

Crop production guide Namibia Part 9: Shading and harvesting of fruits and vegetables

Shading vegetables Because Namibia’s climate is often warm, shade netting helps most vegetables grow. Shade netting throughout the garden is expensive, so only use it where needed. Mo...

Crops Namibia

21 Jul 2022 · 9 min read

Crop production in Namibia Part 7: Fertilisers and crop rotation

Agriculture relies heavily on soil. As a result, fertiliser is required to replace the nutrients taken from soil by our crops. This replenishment ensures sustainable production of high-q...

Crops Namibia

21 Jul 2022 · 8 min read

Crop production in Namibia Part 6: Increasing soil fertility

Fertile soil provides plants with the nutrients they require to flourish, resulting in nutritious food for humans and animals. Soil fertility is essential to agricultural production, whi...

Crops Namibia

21 Jul 2022 · 6 min read

Crop production in Namibia Part 5: Nursery site selection, sowing and transplanting

The stage between sowing and the appearance of the first true leaves is crucial, and many seedlings are lost if conditions are not favourable. Many crops are sown directly in the field o...

Crops Namibia

21 Jul 2022 · 6 min read

Ag Solar by Valley

Driven by one of the most trusted names in agriculture, Valley Irrigation uses the sun’s energy to power your agribusiness, providing your operation with a new level of energy independ...

Irrigation Botswana Namibia Zambia Zimbabwe

27 Jun 2022 · 3 min read

John Deere excels at NAMPO 2022

John Deere’s exhibition at NAMPO 2022 was once again something to see, from a tractor hanging upside down to the introduction of the gigantic X9 combine harvester. John Deere construct...

Mechanisation Botswana Namibia Zambia Zimbabwe

27 Jun 2022 · 4 min read

Irrigation in Namibia: Reinke pivot makes the impossible possible

Customers inspire AgriTurf and Reinke’s team so that they can help their farmers plan superior solutions that make a meaningful difference in water and irrigation management. In 198...

Irrigation Botswana Namibia Zambia Zimbabwe

27 Jun 2022 · 5 min read

Large-scale producer affirms Namibian grapes as a global brand

The annual Namibian Table Grape Competition, hosted by the Namibian Grape Growers Association, was held in Aussenkehr on 9 November 2019. This prestigious event draws great attention ...

Crops Namibia

21 Jun 2022 · 3 min read

Manage your cattle’s grazing better for a higher production rate

Animal feed is expensive. Farmers always strive to keep their animals fed with natural grazing and only supplement the nutrients that the herd may lack, instead of always feeding every a...

Livestock Namibia

14 Jun 2022 · 6 min read

Drought in Namibia: What to do to survive

If you are in a drought, most people say you should have planned for it. But it is too late for prior planning when the drought is upon you already. Presently the question is not what fa...

Innovation Namibia

7 Jun 2022 · 8 min read

Crop production in Namibia Part 4: General crop production

Choosing which crop to grow Besides the various grain crops like maize and pearl millet, there are several groups of vegetable crops to choose from. Farmers can consider the following: ...

Crops Namibia

3 Jun 2022 · 7 min read

Crop production in Namibia Part 3: Understanding soil pH

Soil pH is the measure of acidity and alkalinity in soil chemistry. Plant nutrients are affected by soil pH as the pH controls the nutrient’s chemical form. Knowing the texture of y...

Crops Namibia

3 Jun 2022 · 7 min read

Crop production in Namibia Part 2: Soil science – test is best

Plants also need to eat. If they are well-nourished, the farmer will reap rich harvests, enabling him to feed the population. The best way to see what your crops need, is to take soil sa...

Crops Namibia

3 Jun 2022 · 7 min read

Crop production in Namibia Part 1: Background and overview

Agriculture as the backbone of Namibia’s economy has a major role to play in achieving Vision 2030. However, to be able to make a significant contribution towards the growth of the eco...

Crops Namibia

3 Jun 2022 · 6 min read

Wintering of ruminants: Feed wisely and farm efficiently

Winter is properly rearing its head with the first frost that had already occurred in places. The unpredictability of nature always presents challenges and can catch even experienced far...

Livestock Namibia

3 Jun 2022 · 4 min read

Agrico makes every drop count

In a desert country where water is scarce, a farmer cannot afford to waste even a drop. On the farm Hartebeesloop at Stampriet in Namibia, measuring every drop drawn from the aquifer dee...

Irrigation Namibia

27 May 2022 · 5 min read

Farmers: Understand your business risks

Farmers face various uncertainties that can put their agribusinesses at risk if they are not well prepared. Every day, you make decisions that impact on your farming operations, but you ...

Business Namibia

11 May 2022 · 4 min read