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CORTEVA Agriscience says there is urgent need for farmers to boost crop productivity by increasing their yields through agronomy support and mechanisation to improve national food securi...
Local manufacturer Pratley, a household name in adhesives, electrical products and other sectors, celebrates its 75th anniversary in 2023. “It is a remarkable and proud moment for the ...
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The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) together with the Provincial Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD) will host a Foot-and-mouth D...
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The Citrus Growers’ Association of South Africa (CGA) and the Fresh Produce Exporters’ Forum (FPEF) announce the conclusion of the 2023 orange exports to Europe. The final day of ins...
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KARAN BEEF proudly announces the launch of the KARAN BEEF ACADEMY - an educational video series designed to provide essential cattle farmer training to all farmers of South Africa. All e...
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Farmers in the Western and Northern Cape, Free State, Limpopo, and other regions set to harvest their winter crops as summer approaches. As the last few years have shown, this means they...
Protecting the unique biodiversity of the magnificent Cape Floral Kingdom are a group of proud environmental leaders in the local and global wine industry: the WWF Conservation Champions...
Water preservation and management has never been more important and with World Water Week running between 20-24 August, the South African Breweries (SAB) looks at what more it can do ...
Loadshedding affects all South Africans on a daily basis, and all industries are affected in some way. However, its repercussions go much deeper than simply being without power. Loadshed...
The Cape Parrot, the 2023 Bird of the Year, is South Africa’s only endemic parrot. As a result of the degradation of indigenous forests, their natural habitat, which provide food and n...
Farmers want affordable tractors with technology they can use every day for many different operations on the farm. Very soon, farmers in Africa will have access to such a series of tract...
A very successful sawmill in Yaoundé, Cameroon grows their business even further with Wood-Mizer. Bois d’ Afrique SARL BDA is a profitable sawmill in Ahala outside Yaoundé in Came...
"Your dreams will not work if you do not make them come true," says Christine Bouwer, Managing Director of Ripper Tillage Equipment. She has been working in agriculture, an industry she ...
For the first time in South African history, a breeder’s society has taken the initiative to attend an International Food Expo on behalf of its members. The Wagyu Society of South Afri...
The new Hino 700 series has launched in South Africa, and the 2023 model truck has taken big steps in enhancing its technology, prioritizing the safety of its drivers, and improving its ...
With meticulous care, the farmer cultivates his fields, fertilises, plants, fights pests, irrigates or prays for rain ... but all this is of no use if he cannot harvest his crop efficien...
Ripper Tillage Equipment specialises in the manufacturing of agricultural equipment, specifically for seedbed preparation. The variety of equipment includes implements for before, during...
Precision farming requires the farmer to make every part of his farming operation productive. Every unnecessary expense must be cut, every implement must be used optimally and efficientl...
LEMKEN believes that healthy soil produces good crops, and the beginning of healthy soil is the return of biological material into the topsoil where it can decompose to feed the soil and...
Revaro is a South African based manufacturer and distributor of a wide range of industrial and agricultural equipment and machinery. They are known for their quality, reliability, and in...
The COVID-19 pandemic exposed the food and livelihood vulnerabilities of communities in South Africa, leaving millions of people in dire straits. It called for proactive engagements with...
Lamb Champs was established in 2020. After the great success of the very first Lamb Champs, Saai, decided that the next one should be even better and bigger. This year, more than 5 000 p...
In a momentous development, South African beef has received approval for export to Saudi Arabia, marking the first time in two decades. This breakthrough has ignited a sense of optimism ...
Farming is more than a profession – it is a love. To devote all your effort, time and attention to farming doesn’t happen without having a deep love for agriculture. And one of the m...
Scania is a world-leading provider of transport solutions. Together with their partners and customers they are driving the shift towards a sustainable transport industry.Scania supports ...
Castrol consistently reignites its commitment to innovation, delivering exceptional performance to motorists worldwide. Reaffirming this was the unveiling of its latest breakthrough in e...
All over the world, women play an important role in the future of agriculture. As women are showing their worth in various departments of the agricultural sector, they gain more recognit...
"If you are informed about something, no one can dismiss your comments as inappropriate," says Alida Botma, Administrator of Agrifriend, Senwes' spare parts division. Alida has been a ...
“Allamoses! Now this is a nice tractor!” That is how farmers responded when they saw what Valtrac's Valtra tractors are capable of at the recent Val Farmers’ day. Valtra tractor...
Strawberry farming requires courage, patience, labour, and a lot of perseverance. Madelé Ferreira, female farmer from Mooihoek farm in the Gamtoos Valley in the Hankey district, star...
New Holland's tractors are known for their productivity and operator comfort. New Holland understands the needs of a farmer and knows that you want your tractor to perform as many tasks ...
IBCORR Steel Roofing's Widespan Roofsheeting is a game-changer in the roofing industry. With its superior strength and durability, it is the perfect choice for both residential and comme...
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 planta...
Riverglen believes that they are genetics based and based on verified pedigree. The herds of this stud also have 4x4 breeding, VO breeding, Bos breeding and Beefmaster alligance breeding...
Scania supports transport companies across the world by delivering heavy trucks for each customer's need. For many years now, transport sector players have recruited and trained women in...
Industry support and enthusiasm for the upcoming Automechanika Johannesburg and Futuroad Expo 2023 Shows are gaining momentum as the Show dates draw nearer and more information becomes a...
“NAMPO Cape creates opportunities for the youth to not only see the future of agriculture but to also be actively involved through Youth Show. Learners are given the chance to experien...
Seeing is believing. That is what Mahindra's people believe and that is why they made a new Mahindra Scorpio-N sports utility vehicle available to ProAgri so that farmers across the coun...
Enhanced technology within the connected facility will revolutionize machine connectivity, proactive support with efficient maintenance planning and fleet management. As the number of...
Spring fertilisation plays a vital role in promoting the growth and productivity of vines and fruit trees. As the winter cold subsides and the temperatures begin to rise, these plants en...
Using and maintaining a hammermill? There are two important things to keep in mind. First, you need to know what brand of hammermill you are using. Second, you need to which model of a p...
There are many female farmers or farmers’ wives and daughters nowadays who are making their mark in agriculture. Hands-on women who know about milking cows, dipping cattle, can help tw...
Every fleet owner needs the type of truck that provides him with longevity and durability for the long haul. Whether it is transporting goods and equipment across the border, or deliveri...
The main purpose of winter supplements is to supplement the nutrients that the field can no longer provide, in order to optimize the utilization of the available pasture. It is therefore...
Deon Pelser from Port Elizabeth is the latest winner in the Shell Supporting Farm of the Future quarterly draw. The prize, a 2KVA inverter, was handed over to him by Cameron Price of Exp...
The efficient application of agricultural sprays is essential for effective crop protection and desired outcomes. Hydraulic nozzles used for spray applications produce a range of droplet...
Winter and early spring are the perfect time for felling trees because all those bare branches make it easier to see what you're doing. But whether you are a seasoned professional or a h...
Farmers’ eyes sparkled again this year at the sight of the top of the range implements that Jupidex displayed at NAMPO. After all, Jupidex is a market leader in South Africa for the su...
Dry cow management is crucial to a cow’s performance and health in the next lactation. Metabolic disorders, feed intake after calving, fertility and milk production and composition are...
About 30 kilometers east from Verkykerskop in the magnificent mountain range of the Eastern Free State, one finds Groothoek Farms. This is where farmer Sakkie Bibbey spends most of his t...
Dairy producer Lactalis South Africa (SA) has announced the appointment of Herman Janse van Rensburg as its new General Manager with effect from 18 July 2023. Janse van Rensburg succeeds...
In 2019 the Citrus Growers Association (CGA) launched a R307 million Economic Transformation of Black Citrus Growers (ETBCG) Programme in partnership with the Jobs Fund, Land Bank, Depar...
Yara AllFarm is a digital platform consisting of an ecosystem that integrates and supports different internal and external components. Bringing together… business, c...
FAW trucks are the first choice of many fleet owners and logistic companies across the country for reliable deliveries every time on time. The features of these reliable trucks enable co...
Hawk Pumps, a South African company that services the agricultural and other sectors, specialises in high-pressure pumping equipment and accessories tailored to the distinctive needs of ...
Beef producers are leading the way toward the future of sustainable agriculture and hold the ability to mitigate methane emissions that address climate change. To recognize these efforts...
In the early 1940’s, the Southern Rhodesia government (now known as Zimbabwe) promoted a cattle improvement scheme to improve the local “native” cattle breeds. Mr Len Harvey, an ag...
Gallagher Animal Management is a division of Gallagher Group Limited that specialises in electric fencing and animal management systems. The company offers a range of products and servic...
Time is money, and any business needs to run efficiently, completing as many tasks as possible in the shortest time possible. That is why you need reliable equipment that will not stop w...
Despite the destruction that heavy rain and floods have caused to large parts of the Cederberg in recent weeks, Rooibos fields remain largely intact. The road to Citrusdal, often desc...
The Citrus Growers’ Association of South Africa (CGA) welcomes the recent update by the Western Cape Department of Agriculture (WCDoA) on the estimated damage to agricultural infrast...
Up George Bonsmara's (the Ralfe family) held their 25th production auction on July 7, 2023. There was an online and live auction on Up George Farm, Wasbank, Kwazulu-Natal. AAM handled th...
When a local forestry client wanted a real workhorse to mulch leftover branches once trees had been harvested, it acquired a MF 6711 tractor from Farmtrac Vryheid – and has not looked ...
Carmix South Africa is the African agent for Carmix Metalgalante’s mobile, self-loading concrete mixers. This European manufacturer produces a full range of mobile concrete batching pl...
Discover and take the unparalleled advantage of Fendt's Full Precision Package – Fully unlocked with a comprehensive suite of precision farming technologies that will transform your ag...
Everyone knows the disadvantages of chemical products like weeds, fungus, insecticides and fertilisers on soil but without an effective alternative, the farmer remains dependent on toxic...
KSB Pumps and Valves, a leading provider of pumping solutions, is undergoing a major renovation of its multi-story building at Activia Park. The transformation aims to create a modern an...
If you are a true-blooded South African, then we know you know who he is! If you are a loyal Springbok supporter, then you will argue that he is one of the finest loosehead props the rug...
Castrol, a global leader in automotive lubricants, has announced the launch of its highly anticipated innovation, Castrol MAGNATEC with DUALOCK technology. This ground-breaking industry ...
Hammermills are useful machines They have been used for decades across industries such as agriculture, construction, recycling, and food processing. These machines are used for pulverisi...
Edmund Wessels, a South African biomedical engineer, and Anatoli Kirigwajjo, a Ugandan electrical engineer, have jointly won the Royal Academy of Engineering’s 2023 Africa Prize for En...
Since the United States (US) ambassador to South Africa (SA) Reuben Brigety alleged that there is irrefutable evidence that SA supplied arms to Russia in December 2022, there has been in...
Monitor your livestock performance - with Weighscales and loadbars We are making the entire Weighing and EID system faster and simpler than ever before. Manage your animal weights ...
Fendt has three reasons why it should be your first choice in finding a precision farming partner. "In the modern agricultural era, relying on technological advancements is important," s...
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., the leading SUV maker, is proud to announce today that a team of two skilled drivers in its flagship model, the Scorpio-N, has officially set a new GUINNESS...
At just 10 years old, Rahill Sodha is successfully turning his family's six-hectare smallholding from a weekend retreat into a thriving agricultural enterprise. His talent extends from g...
Equipment selection is a major consideration in the movement of items in various processes and throughout the supply chain and has the potential to make or break an operation’s effecti...
Potatoes SA is pleased to announce its upcoming Research Symposium, scheduled to take place on 18 and 19 July 2023 in Parys. The Research Symposium, themed "Roots in the Ground with the ...
John Deere Africa Middle East introduced their Skid Steer range last year to the market, which consists of the 316G and 318G Skid Steers. The 318G is a powerful and versatile machine bui...
With the arrival of winter, the need for utilising most of your battery-operated outdoor equipment to cut the lawn, trim trees and hedges, and perform other outdoor tasks diminishes. Whi...
Get ready to revolutionise your driving experience with the upcoming launch of Castrol’s new product, a cutting-edge engine oil designed to help you conquer the unique challenges you f...
South Africa has the potential to become a renewable energy giant within five years. Opportunities abound in solar, wind power, biomass, green hydrogen and the manufacture and export of ...
Mahindra SA has an interesting strategy right now… If you want a modern, stylish and well-appointed medium SUV (with a 7-seat configuration, no less), then you can look to the XUV 700...
SVI Engineering, leading specialist manufacturer of armoured products, has released the eleventh episode in its innovative Shoot Through series of videos, this time demonstrating wheth...
Fendt's popular Ideal 8 harvester was once again a favourite in this year's harvester challenge, which is presented annually by the Grootpan study group. It competed in the class 8 categ...
The most important consideration in Massey Ferguson's planning is the farmer's needs. That is why Massey Ferguson strives to balance new technology of the highest quality with the reliab...
With over 20 years of experience in remote-site management, Allterrain Services (ATS) Inc forms part of Tsebo and is regarded as the first truly Pan-African Facilities Services-Group. AT...
On your marks … ready to go! Great enthusiasm reigned on Grootpan where the big names in the harvesting industry once again competed against each other. The combine harvesters are judg...
Maize fields around the world know that when a Geringhoff corn head pushes its toes between your rows, your job is done; the master takes over! Everything that the farmer wants to see in...
Beefmasters are known for their excellent meat quality, with marbling producing tender and flavorful beef. In addition, they have a high fertility rate and are good mothers, making them ...
Continental today presented its most sustainable series tyre to date–the UltraContact NXT. With up to 65 percent renewable, recycled and mass balance certified materials, it combines a...
Leading provider of alcohol and drug testing equipment, ALCO-Safe, is proud to announce the launch of the newest version of their workplace alcohol testing system, ALCONTROL Smart Connec...
Agri SA is pleased to announce the appointment of Johann Kotzé as its new Chief Executive Officer. Jaco Minnaar, Agri SA President, congratulated Kotzé and expressed his excitement ove...
What do you do when a vulture with a crushed beak needs a new beak and two attempts to fit an acrylic beak fail? You improvise and use the beak of a deceased vulture, successfully enabli...
Are you looking for pasture grass for your livestock? Then BRAZGrass is the answer. This seed can be planted once every seven years. BRAZGrass has three different types of products: B...
Grazing is important for any livestock or game farmer. Whether you are looking to expand your current farming operation by adding another property, moving to a new district or starting a...
Carl Hamm recently hosted a highly anticipated Customer Open Day, and it was a resounding success! We were thrilled to welcome nearly 100 customers to our event, making it a remarkable g...
"Agrico delivers a variety of products, but in our heart irrigation is the focus. This is also what we are demonstrating at the show this year," says Grethe Bestbier, Marketing Manager, ...
Bredasdorp is getting ready for the annual NAMPO Cape Expo, which this year will be presented from 13-16 September 2023 by Grain SA and Bredasdorp Park NPC at Bredasdorp Park. According...
Castrol understands that the transport industry forms the veins of any society. Without it, no goods or supplies would make its way to where it is needed. Without transport, farmers woul...
With its advanced automotive battery manufacturing capabilities, product expertise and extensive distribution network, AutoX offers reputable household brands to Africa and beyond. Its r...
Kagiso Trust, in partnership with Food for Mzansi, is pleased to invite members of the media to the upcoming Mzansi Young Farmers Indaba to be held on 14 June 2023, from 09h00-17h00 at t...
Fred Junior MacCarthyis a 12-year-old farmer who harbours dreams of helping feed the children of South Africa. Junior, as Fred is affectionately known, is the founder and CEO of Junio...
Rovic Leers remains at the forefront of high-quality mechanisation and technology for South African farmers. With 2023's NAMPO harvest day, this group showed again that their stable incl...
Understanding how to look after your vehicle has just become a lot easier with the launch of an exciting course through a new initiative called Car Basics. Launched by Paige Lindenberg i...
The Grain SA’s NAMPO Harvest Day 2023 was a huge success for the Corteva Crop Protection team. With record numbers attending the event - the team was able to engage with many of their ...
New Holland Agriculture’s impressive display of machinery at the 2023 NAMPO Harvest Day featured several exciting new offerings, including this year’s headline act: the launch of the...
Good news for farmers is that Case IH sharpened the pencil and went back to the drawing board to make sure the coveted Maxxum range not only fits perfectly on your farm, but also in your...
Multiknit, the holding company of Knittex, has existed since 1964. What started as an importer of textiles for agricultural use, now also manufactures 86 different products in their fact...
Petmar livestock handling equipment create innovative, long-lasting, and simple-to-use equipment to help livestock farmers with their daily obstacles with grafting, weighing, loading, a...
Kelly Tillage is a family business with strong community values. Shane Kelly, a farmer from South Australia, grew up on their family farm and has been familiar with Kelly equipment sin...
“Caring for the communities surrounding our partner farms and packhouses has been a value upon which we’ve acted since the establishment of our business,” says Adéle Ackermann, ma...
Spray tips don't last forever, yet it is extremely difficult to detect wear because it may not be visible. Spray nozzle wear of 10, 20, or even 30% won’t be visible. Using even slightl...
With agriculture accounting for 75% of Africa’s trade, 70% of its employment and over 20% of the continent’s GDP, it is critical for Africa’s farmers to understand how climate chan...
Peake Equipment is one of South Africa’s leaders in self-propelled sprayers built in South Africa for South African conditions. The sprayer is affordable, efficient and perfect for ...
New Holland Agriculture is redefining its lineup of SP310F and SP380F Guardian front boom sprayers to feature new technological and precision capabilities. These sprayers integrate the a...
Yara fertiliser helps the farmer with a well-thought-out plan that is based on real-time, in-season information from the farm. Since its formation in 1905 to help avert the impending ...
Are you looking for pasture grass for your livestock? Then BRAZGrass is the answer. This seed can be planted once every seven years. The expert team at BRAZGrass is there to help you,...
The Fleet Safety Awards launched today revealing a number of exciting new innovations and developments. Additionally, as from 6 June 2023, candidates can submit their entry for the first...
Every farmer has to find ways to curb costs without sacrificing output quality. Irrigation is a place where great savings can take place. Afriq Water is celebrating its eighth anniver...
By Dr Claudia L Cardoso Veld fires are common in South Africa and according to local studies will increase in frequency over the next three decades. Farmers are emotionally and financ...
The old saying the grass is not greener on the other side; the grass is green where you water it, is very true for Reinke irrigation, because no matter where Reinke find themselves, the ...
Farmers' eyes sparkled again this year at the sight of the top of the range implements that Jupidex displayed at NAMPO. After all, Jupidex is a market leader in South Africa for the supp...
There are a number of reasons why you should think about purchasing TeeJet Technologies' DynaJet® droplet management system. First, the system is built to deliver precise and accurat...
Branding is a common method of marking cattle, but old methods with hot irons are unpleasant to man and animal. Freeze branding is a much kinder alternative as there is no pain involved ...
Welcome to the world of HeaviTech, your trusted companion in the agricultural industry. As an independent bulk fertilizer supplier and distributor of the renowned BioAge organic product ...
Feeling the wind in your hair and the sun on your face is only one of the many benefits of riding a motorcycle. The excitement of riding a motorcycle is unparalleled, whether you are tak...
Swartland Spuitpompe started as a small business in 1991. “We started with the repairs and selling sprayers of another manufacturer. Now we design and manufacture our own sprayers and ...
The Avant 860 is truly a workhorse that you can use for many tasks on the farm. The front loader has more than 100 different pieces of specialised equipment which can be instantly attach...
On Thursday 25 May 2023 Fair Cape Dairies were once again recognised with the most Gold Medals at the SA Dairy Championships winning 14 Golds as well as 5 prestigious Qualite Awards for ...
www.carbonheroes.co.za, an online platform. The platform showcases the inspiring stories of the Carbon Heroes of the Wine and Fruit industry - individuals and organisations making a sign...
The International Council of Forest & Paper Associations (ICFPA) presented its biennial Sustainability Progress report at its CEOs Roundtable in Amsterdam on May 26. The 2023 report ...
The Africa Agriculture and Science Week (AASW8), hosted by the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA), takes place from 5 to 8 June 2023 at the Durban International Conference ...
Almaz Agro Africa has the machines every grain and seed grower need to process grain and seed. By making use of top technology that is simplified to require minimum maintenance and the m...
Algar with their top-quality Livestock handling equipment is a familiar face at NAMPO, and this year farmers once again got the chance to visit Algar to see how they make life easier for...
Plastic Ideas is a manufacturer of crates for all types of industries. They design and make all their own, custom-made moulds which they then supply. Their passion is the agricultural ma...
The draft policy on Integrated Water Quality Management (IWQM) – published by the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) on 10 March 2023 – signals that a new age of partnership is...
Standard Bank has partnered with the University of Free State (UFS) and the Free State Department of Agriculture and Rural Development to contribute towards a more sustainable agricultur...
Horse owners will again be able to vaccinate their animals against African horse sickness (AHS), with vaccines now available for veterinarians to administer to horses across South Africa...
The Senter360 pivot is known for its above standard structure strength and durability, achieved through extra sets of steel pipe trusses fitted to each span, which is not only lighter th...
The “Shell Supporting Farm of the Future” campaign was launch at the NAMPO Harvest Day. This programme is all about introducing farmers to the latest and most innovative practices in...
Clayton and Roxy Sanders-Perrin’s Wildflower Honey won a special award for what judges believe could be the best honey in the world at two recent honey competitions, namely The Cape Ho...
Ford South Africa is expanding the Ranger line-up with an exciting and adventurous all-new model, the Wildtrak X, which will make its debut at this year’s NAMPO Harvest Day, taking pla...
Several time every day, South Africa grinds to a halt due to load shedding and power interruptions. Nowadays, no business can perform optimally without backup power sources. The sun w...
Fred Junior MacCarthy, a passionate 12-year-old farmer from Brits, who dreams of helping feed the children of South Africa, received R20 000 from Engen during the recent Nampo Harvest D...
The global food and water system continues to face a significant dual problem – unsustainable practices compounded by an ever-growing population. The war in Ukraine has also highlighte...
Flagship model now available with two- and four-wheel drive options New Smart Hybrid Vehicle by Suzuki (SHVS) on 4WD GLX model High safety specification across the range There i...
A sawmiller from Botswana uses an entry-level Wood-Mizer sawmill to produce high-value custom furniture out of the iron-hard logs from that country. It was predestined that Robbie Jor...
In the heart of the Eastern Cape, where poverty, food insecurity, and unemployment persist, a beacon of hope shines through the endeavours of Neziswa Mlenzana, a passionate social entrep...
With climate change said to be affecting the intensity of rainfall, experts at the University of Pretoria (UP) have investigated if there are observable changes in the probability of sig...
Agri SA notes that the latest Quarterly Labour Force Survey results demonstrate yet again the outsized contribution of the agricultural sector to the country’s economy and underscore t...
Hawk Pumps is a South African company that specialises in high-pressure pumping equipment and accessories. Their bespoke Fire Fighting Units are designed for use in a variety of fire-fig...
The company’s aim is to increase sustainability and to help farmers produce healthy crops over the long term. In 2000, the Herholdt brothers began composting chicken manure and prod...
Winterton Structural Steel has manufactured and erected quality, customisable steel structures for 17 years. If you are looking to erect farm buildings, the material you choose to bui...
In line with its strategic intent to be a digitally-powered business that is committed to transformation, Absa Bank has acquired a minority stake in the agritech start-up, Khula! App Pty...
Agri SA welcomes the release of the report by the Task Team on Animal Biosecurity. The task team was appointed to deal with the issue of animal biosecurity and the role of the state in t...
Valtrac knows: Just because a four-cylinder tractor sounds smaller than its six-cylinder brothers, it does not mean that it is not up for big tasks. Valtra's N175 can compete with any si...
GWM will be participating in the upcoming NAMPO harvest day. “We will be revealing two new brands, TANK and ORA, and showcasing our commitment to sustainable driving” Conrad Groenewa...
A showcase of the newest trends and technologies is Standard Bank’s promise to NAMPO visitors at the 55th annual presentation of the Harvest Day, taking place from 16 – 19 May 2023. ...
A smooth management system is essential for every livestock farmer. Thanks to Gallagher’s modern technology and solutions, their products make the farmer’s life easier and safer. ...
The quest for KwaZulu-Natal’s next outstanding young farmer is on as entries open for the 2023 KZN Kwanalu Young Farmer of the Year competition. The prestigious competition celebrat...
As the annual cereal planting season is upon us, it is important to have a comprehensive crop protection solutions offering on hand. Corteva Agriscience™ offers a wide range of high...
Rentech Renewable Technologies and Willard Batteries are proud to announce their participation in the upcoming NAMPO Agricultural Show to be held from May 16-19, 2023, in Bothaville in t...
Farmers’ days bring farmers together and give them the chance to take a closer look at the different cultivars so that each farmer can choose exactly the right cultivar for his farm an...
Tradition is no longer the determining factor when farmers make decisions about tillage. Successful farmers are guided by the latest research and technology and careful analysis of produ...
Leading AGCO's display at NAMPO 2023, one of the largest agricultural exhibitions in Southern Africa, will include a range of breakthrough products. The display by the leading global man...
For more than 100 years, Agrico has never stopped innovating. Every year we adapt, grow and improve our offering. This year, we are excited to showcase our largest High-Speed Disc harrow...
The worsening energy crisis is having a devastating effect on South African agribusinesses. The record 5 761 GWh of load-shedding in 2022 – more than double the figure for 2021 – sev...
CNH Industrial takes pride in demonstrating its commitment to the agricultural sector by proudly sponsoring the 2023 World Farmers’ Organisation (WFO) General Assembly to be held in Su...
As Minister for Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development, Thoko Didiza, delivers her department’s (DALRRD) budget vote address today, 9 May 2023, Agri SA hopes to hear key announ...
"The shortage of strategic vaccines in the livestock and animal industries has now caused a state of disaster in the red meat industry." "Commercial and emerging producers are now suf...
The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) will host an event in Gauteng to celebrate the International Day of Plant Health (IDPH) on 12 May 2023. The IDPH...
Knittex is known for its high-quality ranges of shade netting. To ensure that every net meets the high-quality standards promised to the user, the nets go through rigorous testing throug...
As the West and Central Africa region counts the cost of the recurring drought events that have swept through parts of the region, particularly during the 2022 agricultural season, the A...
Agriculture faces an almost impossible task: How must it meet the food demands of a global population that is projected to reach 9,7 billion by 2050 with natural resources that have alre...
South African rural dwellers and small-scale farmers are set to have increased access to primary animal healthcare with the promulgation of new rules for para-veterinary professionals th...
The AGRIFARM lubricant range for agricultural machines, which must deliver top performance daily, will be showcased by FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA at Grain SA’s NAMPO Harvest Day 202...
Revaro is a South African company that offers a wide range of agricultural equipment and solutions to farmers. They supply machinery such as skid steers, backhoe loaders, forklifts, mini...
Everyone has an opinion or assumption about what going off-grid means. Unfortunately, many of these opinions are wrong which can lead to unrealistic expectations. The definition of ‘of...
Crime threatens the lives of man and animal alike daily in South Africa. People who want to protect their families, livestock and assets must be resourceful to overcome these challenges....
Peake Equipment created and build an 8 row detasseller, especially for Charl de Villiers, a farmer outside of Prieska in the Northern Cape. This machine is a whole new concept and Cha...
McCain Foods Limited, one of South Africa’s leading frozen food manufacturers, has officially opened its Farm of the Future Africa in Lichtenburg, North West, the second of three locat...
Municipalities across South Africa require more effective ways to manage their infrastructure, maintenance, compliance and billing. Previously, this would have been a big ask. But modern...
In optimal weather conditions, plants generate energy and reach their maximum production capacity, thanks to moderate temperatures and a proper water availability. However, the realit...
As a progressive energy and solutions partner that is firmly committed to enriching lives for a sustainable future, Engen will once again partner with Grain SA as a proud sponsor at NAMP...
For decades, farmers have relied on Bogballe and Bredal for high-quality fertiliser spreaders with various digital solutions such as weighing technology and section control, which automa...
April 22 is Earth Day, and South Africans have a unique opportunity to support a project with a positive impact on the climate and environment, sustainable agriculture, economic developm...
New Holland Agricultural is ready for NAMPO 2023, which takes place from 16 to 20 May 2022. We will again make sure that the impressive display of machinery, on stand A2 and A3, reflects...
Depending on where you live in South Africa, you may not know of the overgrowth of alien wattle trees in parts of the country. But for the residents of Matatiele in the Eastern Cape, thi...
Every second month, the production advisory services of the National Woolgrowers’ Association of SA (NWGA) publish a list of management practices that are deemed important to assist wo...
Nestled along the rolling hills of Albert Falls in KwaZulu-Natal lies a powerhouse of innovation and hope. Led by two dedicated agricultural warriors, Nkanyiso Ngubane and Ntokozo Biyela...
Welcome to the world of ESG – where everything is connected, complex, and constantly evolving! In fact, the recent Oscar-winning movie "Everything Everywhere all at Once" offers a grea...
Precision irrigation requires an irrigation system that is designed and installed with all resources and production goals in mind, with the aim of ensuring optimal production. A lot o...
As South Africa's Agri-Tech industry continues to experience rapid growth, the challenges facing cross-border payments have become increasingly pressing. With over 60 startups operating ...
Recently, ISUZU Motors South Africa, and its partner for the trip, Engen SA, endeavoured to showcase the economical fuel consumption and money-saving capabilities of its vehicle, the D-M...
After a long hard day out in the fields, there would be no better way to relax and rejuvenate than creating an outdoor oasis to enjoy a braai or a beer and reflect on work done and plan ...
South African farmers need all the encouragement and backing they can get, says Jacques Taylor, Managing Director of CNH Agriculture & Construction in Southern Africa. Responding...
History of Würth Würth is a family-owned business, that was founded by Adolf Würth in Germany in 1945. At the age of 19 years old, Prof Reinhold Würth took over the business from hi...
Surrounded by lush maize and sunflower fields, approximately 200 growers and agents who sell agriculture input products met at the world-class Syngenta trial farm outside Bethlehem in th...
John Deere AME is introducing the S440 combine harvester to the Africa and Middle East Markets. This new addition to the John Deere combine line-up is an excellent choice for farmers loo...
Custom Chemistry, a South African company that has been specialising in the practical application of micro-organisms for the past decade and whose products and developments are in extens...
ATN was founded in 1995, and is today the leading Tech Optics company that is revolutionising our industry! We are very proud to be the market-leading manufacturer and developer of Ultra...
Article supplied When you have a tipper, you have a friend. A tipper is one of the true workhorses of the commercial vehicle industry, carrying heavy loads in conditions that are le...
Article supplied Leading supplier Bearings International (BI) sees Grain SA’s NAMPO Harvest Day from 16 to 19 May as an important platform to interact with customers, original equ...
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It’s one, two, three and your soil is cultivated and planted. Farmers don’t need a separate soil tiller and planter because the Kerneland u-drill 6000 Plus does everything in one. ...
As forage matures, its quality, and especially protein content starts to decline. To sustain healthy animal production one needs to supplement the veld with the nutrients the veld can no...
Farmers in the Northwest will benefit greatly from the insightful tips and advice that Pioneers agricultural specialists provided to them at a recent farmer's day which took place outsid...
Dairy producer Lactalis South Africa (SA) has invested R140 million in a new evaporator dryer power plant facility at its cheese manufacturing plant in Bonnievale in the Western Cape. ...
CryoBranding, or "freeze branding," was created in 1966 by Dr R. Keith Farrell of Washington State University. When cattle are branded with extremely cold irons using dry ice, the natura...
Women’s Insight Deliberation Competition – an initiative to recognise the voice of women in agriculture on the impact of policy matters in rural communities. The first initiative ...
New Holland's highest aspiration is to provide farmers with mechanical solutions that complete farm work quickly and thoroughly. What is more, they understand that every livestock or dai...
Five years ago Food & Trees for Africa (FTFA) and the Fortress Fund partnered to contribute to improving food security within various South African communities. Since 2021, the partn...
Agritourism involves much more than a farmer’s wife renting out a farm cottage for an extra income. Jacqui Taylor started Rural Tourism Africa in 2016 to support sustainable rural d...
The installation of a Wood-Mizer HR500 double-head resaw at a pallet manufacturing business in South Africa’s Northern Cape province, delivers a number of benefits for the company. ...
Gallagher Animal Management is a division of Gallagher Group Limited, a New Zealand-based company that specialises in electric fencing and animal management systems. The company offers a...
A well-functioning society is the result of healthy and fulfilled individuals. From childhood, it is essential that each society as a whole supports its people’s basic physiological ne...
Kynoch fertiliser has a long history in South Africa of supporting farmers through crop care. As an agricultural inputs company, they provide a range of products to promote crop health, ...
John Deere, famous for its agriculture innovations since 1837, participated in the Africa Agri Tech 2023 Expo and Conference to showcase how it is helping farmers do more with less. The ...
Following the certification of Goodyear’s locally-produced consumer and Off-The-Road (OTR) Bias tyres as Proudly South African by the country’s official buy local advocacy campaign, ...
Hot on the heels of the exciting and trendsetting Next-Generation Ranger Double Cab models that hit the South African market in December last year, Ford South Africa is launching the Sin...
By 2026, the South African cannabis industry is estimated to be worth R406 million, a significant increase from the R87 million recorded in 2021. This growth is, however, expected to be ...
Today’s precision farmers, who rely on a host of internet-driven high-tech equipment, face an increased likelihood of a cyberattack. This was so important that it was the subject of tw...
Each year, the United Nations observes World Water Day as a means to highlight the critical importance of fresh flowing water. The international day also lobbies for the sustainable mana...
The agricultural sector has always been a challenging industry to work in, with farmers having to deal with harsh weather conditions and often needing to rely on heavy machinery to get t...
A vital aspect in keeping the wheels and cogs of the farming industry running smoothly, is bearings. A faulty bearing can cause farming operations to grind to a halt, but fortunately, Be...
Warehouse racking is a system of shelving units that are designed to maximize the use of vertical space in a warehouse. This type of storage system is essential for businesses that deal ...
To meet the water requirements of pecan nut trees for commercial production in South Africa, rainfall is not enough. That is why smart irrigation solutions are necessary during the criti...
Advances in genetic sequencing are uncovering a treasure trove of information that will have far reaching consequences for stable, continued food production. This was the key message at ...
The needs of modern farmers are changing rapidly as there is a growing dependency on the latest technology to ensure cost effective agricultural production. This is particularly true in ...
The chronic condition of roads and general infrastructure in rural KwaZulu-Natal continues to stifle food security and economic growth says the KZN Agricultural Union, Kwanalu. In Oct...
By Nonhlanhla Ntuli The agriculture sector like many other sectors in South Africa finds itself headed down a dark path as a result of the impact of the country’s continuing loadshe...
The Department of Agriculture presented a successful farmer's day for Vegetable Farmers on Thursday, 9 March 2023. The farmer's day was attended by about 60 small-scale farmers and prosp...
While the official unemployment rate has eased marginally to 32.7%, South Africa’s unemployment rate is still one of the worst in the world, with 7.8 million people unemployed. Even m...
JAC Motors South Africa is proud to announce that its popular X200 forward-cab range has over ten body applications available, all done at the dealer level through approved suppliers to ...
With fuel prices remaining high in South Africa and contributing to the steep increase in the cost of living and doing business, ISUZU Motors South Africa has set out to prove the except...
Cultivated meat – meat products grown from cells in a laboratory – might sound like science fiction, but it’s fast becoming a reality. Although it’s unlikely that we’ll see lab...
After a long period of travel restrictions caused by Covid-19, Ting Ting Lim, Golf and Turf Strategic Account Manager from the John Deere Singapore office, finally had the chance to trav...
Composting ought to be something that you keep in the back of your mind if you are a farmer. Even though all farming produces waste, you should not let that stop you from making your ...
PowerShoot technology Full control of the seed all the way down to the soil. – Not effected by outside influences. High-speed singulators. Stop wheel ensures: Seed...
Many articles have been written to compare the effectiveness of ammonium nitrate and urea – each one emphasising a specific sales argument. In any case, the advantages of the nitrat...
The increasing degradation of land and forests in Africa is threatening food security, the environment, jobs and economic growth. TERRAGRN is joining forces with communities and society ...
The Peake STS 1000 sprayer is a game-changer for smaller farming operations. Designed with affordability, efficiency, and precision in mind, this sprayer is a must-have for anyone who wa...
Netafim South Africa is happy to announce that the first roll of locally produced Streamline™ X thin wall dripline was recently extruded at its Cape Town dripline manufacturing plant. ...
Does a severe lack of farm buildings make you scramble to find space for your animals and equipment? These buildings could be used for many different purposes, each of which would make t...
Leading South African dairy manufacturer and industry frontrunner in sustainability, Woodlands Dairy, has successfully commissioned a water recovery plant which purifies wastewater up to...
The announcement of the increased National Minimum Wage by 9.6% for farm workers from 1 March 2023 by the Minister of Employment and Labour on Wednesday, 22 February, will place tremendo...
Tractor manufacturer Fendt, distributed locally by AGCO Africa, celebrated building 20 000 Fendt machines in 2022. The 20 000th happened to be a 724 Vario model in December last year. Th...
As an industry leader known for providing high-quality pumps and related components, SPECK has experience designing and manufacturing innovative products. We ensure that our solutions of...
ISUZU Motors South Africa (IMSAf) and the ISUZU Truck brand have once again maintained their top position in the South African truck market – celebrating their 10th consecutive year as...
The Next-Generation and next-level Ford Ranger Raptor has arrived. Built to dominate in the desert, master the mountains and rule everywhere in between, the second-generation Ranger Rapt...
Farmers do not need to fumble around in the dark when it comes to making decisions on their farms, especially when it comes to technology and equipment. During a media session on the ...
We are at the beginning of a new year, and it is with great excitement that we are looking at new LEMKEN equipment that will be appearing in the South African market this year. Karat 10...
The Wiggill family has come a long way with Massey Ferguson, from their first MF 135 used to transport tomatoes to now where it has several of the red power house machines on the farm be...
While President Ramaphosa has stated that government is committed to supporting the industrialisation of the cannabis and hemp industry – and enabling it to realise its “huge potenti...
Agri SA welcomes the budget delivered by Minister Enoch Godongwana on 22 February 2023. While government could have gone further in addressing the challenges facing the agricultural sect...
“When you touch the wire, you can feel the quality,” says Hezekiel Malesa from Brits. He fenced his 23-hectare farm with Bonnox as part of his long-term farming plan. “I invest a ...
Agri SA is alarmed by the announcement of a 9,6% increase in the national minimum wage. Any increase in costs will further strain already hard-pressed farmers. As the sector battles to...
A group of South Africans have taken up the challenge of a lifetime to Unleash the Power of N. Their challenge? To visit seven of the natural wonders of Southern Africa behind the wheel ...
The Southern African agricultural industry is facing a host of challenges on several fronts this year, so it is fortuitous that the upcoming Africa Agri Tech Conference and Expo 2023 wil...
Kynoch Fertilizer has been a plant nutrition partner for South African farmers for over a hundred years, offering innovative and purpose-built products based on the needs and growth phas...
SA Canegrowers has written to the chairperson of Parliament’s Standing Committee on Finance requesting oversight into National Treasury’s policy making regarding the Health Promotion...
There’s nothing worse than going full steam ahead with harvesting grapes destined for the wineries and next thing you look, there’s no more dry ice! This is the reason why Dry Ice In...
Hino South Africa has made some cosmetic changes to the exterior and interior appearance of its popular 300-Series of medium trucks, while adding features and realigning the model mix. ...
As metalworking industries develop, so do associated industries and products. One such industry is abrasive manufacturers, and it is expected that numerous new initiatives and developmen...
Over the years, Massey Ferguson's tractor and equipment mates have made a deep mark on farms across South Africa. At the recent FarmSpace and King Price baler challenge at Parys and the ...
Agri SA welcomes the declaration of a state of disaster addressing the damage caused by floods in the Eastern Cape, Mpumalanga, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Free State, and North Wes...
Every farmer's dream is to have good, wholesome and nutritious feed for their cattle, compressed into a neat, sturdy bale to ease transport and handling and to retain taste and nutrition...
Thanks to favourable weather conditions, the general outlook for South Africa's agricultural sector is positive. But many farmers, especially those depending on irrigation, are concerned...
Makita’s current outdoor power equipment slogan: “Live Green – Grow Strong” for their outdoor power equipment range, effectively captures Makita’s rich history as one of the wo...
“Livestock farmers must provide hay for the winter and with the ever increasing price of diesel, Myburgh Toerusting’s combination rake is perfect to make the haymaking process more a...
New Holland Agriculture has a wide range of tractor units from 27 to 66 kW to meet the market demands. TT3 series The TT3 tractor series was designed based on extensive customer consul...
ALCO-Safe (Pty) Ltd is the major supplier of quality electronic Breath Alcohol Detectors and accessories in South Africa with 43 years of experience in manufacturing, distribution, and s...
FAW Trucks believe that having the right commercial vehicle solution for each specific need is key to getting the best value for money as well as ensuring road safety and efficiency. Dur...
Phosphate is traditionally the only summer supplement in South Africa, but it often happens that phosphate alone during the summer and late summer is not always sufficient for optimal pr...
As part of its ongoing commitment to the development of black farmers, FarmSol Holdings in collaboration with South African Breweries (SAB) this morning donated brand-new tractors and fa...
Through the ongoing support of Volkswagen’s B-BBEE Initiatives Trust, a former employee of Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) was able to realise his dream of becoming a business own...
Agriculture is in a time where the focus is increasingly placed on the subject of soil microbiology and "soil health". Regular discussions across the spectrum, between the media, produce...
As President Cyril Ramaphosa delivers his State of the Nation Address this week, the only way to guarantee food security in South Africa will be an announcement of immediate action by go...
A feast for the eye are the lush green crops beside the main road to the North. One of the farms that provides this sight for travellers is F&R Farming of Frans and Reint Dykema. The...
Engine Den is a direct importer and distributor of automotive parts such as engines, gearboxes, and parts. They offer a wide range of products that cover both new and used parts for both...
Corteva Agriscience™ is a dedicated agricultural company that focuses on supporting farmers to get the most out of every hectare every season. Our solutions increase productivity an...
Hino continued its amazing run of finishes in the gruelling Dakar Rally when a four-wheel drive 500 Series with a diesel-electric hybrid powertrain finished 10th in the 45th running of t...
Ford has commenced exports of the Next-Generation Ranger from its manufacturing plants in South Africa to serve the ever-growing customer demand. The South African-built Next-Gen Ranger ...
Celebrating its 65th anniversary last year, leading supplier Bearings International (BI) was also on track for another year of “significant growth,” says MD Bart Schoevaerts. He attr...
In agriculture, the 80:20 rule holds good: of the approximately 32 000 commercial farmers in the country, between 5 000 and 7 000 farmers are responsible for 80% of agricultural outpu...
By 2028, the global botanical extract market is expected to reach 1USD 9.62 billion at an annual growth rate of 9.6%. Due to their unique flavour and health benefits, botanical extracts ...
Potato tuber moth remains a concern to many potato growers in our key production areas. Potato tuber moth causes severe damage to the potatoes which results in losses to growers due to i...
One of the largest dairy manufacturers in South Africa and industry leader in sustainability, Woodlands Dairy, is committed to minimising fossil fuel energy sources with renewable energy...
As the reality of the country’s water crisis hits the millions living in the suburbs of the country’s cities, more South Africans in townhouse and cluster complexes are seeking compa...
Ford South Africa is further enhancing its commitment to customer service by implementing new Rapid Hub teams across each of the country’s nine provinces. These Rapid Hubs will complem...
The major advantage of ISOBUS technology in the agricultural industry is that it allows for full compatibility between tractors and implements, regardless of brands and models. The ISOBU...
The Sernick Group as it is known today was born from a young Nick Serfontein’s dream to become a farmer. He was advised by his parents to choose another career, which he did, but his d...
521 Meatmasters: 121 excellent registered rams, 200 registered ewes. 200 commercial ewes. Why this is the one sale no Meatmaster breeder should miss. Proud winner of the best small...
Africa’s household and agricultural waste is a valuable source of power that could be deployed to take clean energy to communities, complexes and individual homes at lower cost and fas...
Ford South Africa has a multitier CSR program that saw the organisation donating approximately R26-million towards various community projects and initiatives over the course of 2022. ...
Latest Statistics South Africa figures show that nearly one in every five South Africans suffer from diseases of the circulatory system such as heart disease, high cholesterol, hypertens...
Greg Talbot from Tal-Tec, a specialist in the design and manufacturer of livestock management and control solutions, talks about the features of his company’s feeder solutions. “W...
Named after its founder, George Kynoch, the Kynoch brand has been part of agriculture in Southern Africa for the last 104 years. The original company, known today as Kynoch Fertilizer...
Following one of the most outstanding years in recent history, John Deere rewarded exceptional service from the top performers in their relevant sectors Customers do not expect products...
“It is always a pleasure to help people who are willing to help themselves.” Tewis van der Ryst, owner of the wellknown Drotsky agricultural equipment manufacturer, once again realis...
Gallagher gives you a better view of your water. Keep an eye on your tank levels with wireless water monitoring that gives you certainty of how much water you have available. It ha...
Step 1: Planning It is never too early to plan your silage-making process. Early and proper planning will not only help you to avoid certain potential challenges, but will also provide ...
Give a man vegetables and you feed him for a day; empower a man to grow his own and he will feed himself and his loved ones for a lifetime. This is the practical wisdom that inspired ...
A need for a durable waterproofing product, that has bonding and elastic qualities, was identified by the proprietor in the late 90’s. After extensive experimentation, the first app...
The Department of Agriculture’s provincial veterinary laboratory (PVL) at Helderfontein in Stellenbosch will be undergoing major renovations during the next 12 months, during which the...
A major concern for stock farmers this year, according to Greg Talbot of Tal-Tec, is foot-and-mouth disease, which again hit during 2022 in six of South Africa’s nine provinces, causin...
It has long been known that the most sustainable and productive manufacturers in Africa will be those embracing the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). This is little wonder, as to not d...
What do you think of when you think about quality affordable machines? Revaro Equipment (Pty) Ltd is the leading supplier of yellow metal and material handling equipment to the agricultu...
Algar Livestock Handling Equipment's top-quality products are at the forefront of the market. With products that constantly deliver innovative solutions, Algar is a proud supplier of ani...
Southern African citrus growers packed for export 164.8 million (15kg) cartons to be delivered to global markets in 2022. While this is an increase of 3.2 million cartons when compared t...
Continental Tyre South Africa (CTSA) is celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2022. Since the Continental group has found its home on South African soil in 1987, it has grown the company i...
Southeasterly (SE) winds in the Western Cape in the latter part of the year can be especially damaging to young mandarin fruit, because it coincides with the first 12 weeks after petal d...
The seed, which is the first of many growing stages in a plant’s life cycle, is also the stage at which the plant is most vulnerable. Therefore, safeguarding the seed is the most im...
With the right technology, oils and lubricants can help support the agricultural sector, by helping farmers to identify the right lubrication for tractors, help to better maintain valuab...
South Africa has one of the highest road death rates of any country in the world and the bulk of these deaths occur during the festive season. FAW Trucks believe that a little bit of pri...
H&M Group and BKB Ltd, the leading supplier of RWS wool (Responsible Wool Standard), have partnered to implement the Biodiversity Restoration and Regenerative Land Management project...
The new Amarok is all set for launch. A 'can do' pick up, a multi-tool on wheels - meticulously throughout from cab to the cargo box. Propelled by powerful and efficient turbocharged eng...
After a long period of development and field trials, Hishtil South Africa is proud to introduce its new innovation to the vegetable seedling market of South Africa. Earlier this year ...
The key to successful crop farming is planting the right product on the right hectare. And the way to determine what is the right product for the right hectare, is to plant trials. This ...
Ford has launched the Double Cab versions of its smartest, most versatile and most capable Ranger yet, with the rest of the 24-strong model range – including the workhorse Single Cab a...
When it comes to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) producing equipment specifically for the agricultural industry and workshop facilities on farms, FUCHS has a range of innovative ...
In an increased effort to drive collection and recycling of liquid board packaging (LBP) in South Africa, Tetra Pak South Africa will join the PET Recycling Company NPC (PETCO), a well-e...
Stephan Nel has officially been appointed as the Managing Director of CASE IH effective 1 December 2022, taking responsibility for the leadership and development of the CASE IH brand as ...
Freeze branding is not new, it is a method of identifying cattle that goes back decades. Whether identifying animals is done for legal requirements or simply to make farm management easi...
Onderstepoort Biological Products SOC Ltd (“OBP”) confirms that it is aware of Clients concerns about availability of the certain critical vaccine for the impending vaccination seaso...
Preparing and cultivating the soil to achieve the highest possible yield depends on choosing the correct tillage system. “The key to a successful harvest is good preparation. Eliminati...
John Deere Africa Middle East announced that a selection of their service parts on the 5D and 5E 3-Cylinder range tractors will be FREE if that respective part ordered by the customer is...
The CEO and President Dr Litha Magingxa will lead a team of agricultural scientists and experts at the World Science Forum from 6 to 9 December 2022 in Cape Town. The theme for the 10t...
Khanyisile Zulu (35) and Nomfundo Makhanya (19) – two farmers from KwaZulu-Natal and Momentum Metropolitan’s Women in Farming programme candidates – were recently invited by Health...
The incidence of moth damage to potatoes has increased in the main production areas. This damage can be attributed to two moth species, the potato tuber moth (Phthorimaea operculella) th...
When most people think of high-value crops, the first things that come to mind are probably fruits and vegetables. However, one nut is quickly becoming a favourite among high-value crop ...
Willem and Lucile van den Berg would like to thank every buyer for their support during the auction. Mario Kruger from Vleissentraal thanked and congratulated Sterkfontein for the excell...
Unlock farmer profitability with the new training program from John Deere South Africa. Between 1 November 2022 and 31 October 2023, every new tractor purchased and delivered will receiv...
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) once again presented its National Beef Performers Awards on 23 November 2022. This was the 44th instalment of the awards, the aim of which is to s...
In a bid to get more small businesses to become active participants in the economy, ISUZU Motors South Africa is making commercial vehicle acquisition more accessible for entrepreneurs a...
Goodyear South Africa handed over a donation of R2,4 million to the Nelson Mandela University (NMU). The donation is primarily aimed at assisting students with current and legacy debts. ...
Many farmers consider precision farming to be the first step on the path to financial success. The confidence and knowledge provided by Jupidex's precision technology enable farmers to g...
The most important key players in the Agricultural and Construction Sectors were invited to partake in the glamorous and prestigious annual Awards Ceremony hosted by John Deere Middle Ea...
The winner of the 2022 Milk Producer’s Organisation (MPO) Nedbank Stewardship Awards will be announced during a gala dinner at Casa Toscana Lodge in Pretoria on 30 November 2022. The...
Three lucky farmers each won an AGRICOLLEGES course in collaboration with TLU SA. Michael Otto's course is Introduction to Animal Production, while Hendrik Prinsloo won the Introduction...
New Holland Agricultural has a wide 26.85 to 67 kW (36 to 90 hp) range of tractors to meet the demands of the market. TT3-range The TT3 tractor range has been designed following extens...
SVI Engineering, leading specialist manufacturer of armoured products, is proud to announce it has armoured a fleet of Hilux double-cab bakkies deployed to help protect Toyota South Afri...
The ISUZU Foundation is proud to announce that it will be donating R250,000 to the Ironman4TheKids Foundation. The ISUZU Foundation is a partnership between Isuzu Motors South Africa (IM...
SVI Engineering, leading specialist manufacturer of armoured products, has developed a new discreet armouring package for the Nissan Navara, handing the increasingly popular locally buil...
Rolling up their sleeves to protect the environment, a group of over 160 Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) employees and their loved-ones gathered in Gqeberha on Saturday morning, for...
When discussing textiles, the term “angora” by itself always and exclusively refers to the hair of Angora rabbits. The hair of Angora rabbits is one of five keratinic textile fibr...
Small-scale farmers, workers and representatives of the sugar industry this week took their deepening concerns about the future of the sector directly to Members of Parliament (MPs) and ...
The department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development which to announce the outbreak of the Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease (RHD) in the Western and Northern Cape provinces. T...
While the Covid-19 pandemic threw the world, and South Africa, into chaos, it was also responsible for rapidly pushing the digital agenda. As more people are now empowered to work from h...
Who will you root for in the Massey Ferguson Master Mechanic Season 2 in November? Bigger tractors, bigger challenges, bigger everything! The time is fast approaching for the Massey F...
The very first production version of the Mitsubishi Triton Heritage Edition has been handed over to its new owner, Dr Matthews Phosa, an avid game breeder from the Nelspruit area. “It...
Ford Motor Company’s Silverton Assembly Plant in Pretoria, today became the third plant to commence production of the Next-Generation Ranger for customers around the world. The start ...
Earlier this year, KwaZulu-Natal experienced such severe floods that Santam could only describe the phenomenon, which washed away houses, roads, bridges, and business premises, as the mo...
Derik Strauss, President of the Suffolk Sheep Breeders Society of SA, was born in Schweizer-Reneke, where he went to school and played rugby for the Pukke for three years. He went back t...
Wayne Porter is the President of the Brahman Breeders Society of SA and he farms in the Tarkastad District of the Eastern Cape. “I farm with Brahman Stud cattle, Angora goats and Merin...
Rabbit farming can be an alternative farming opportunity for a beginner farmer or someone with limited resources. According to Mike Daka, a rabbit farmer and interim President of the Rab...
South African seed potato producer RegenZ and European hybrid potato seed innovator Solynta announced a partnership to bring hybrid true potatoes to the South African farming community. ...
New triple-action formulation of Shell FuelSave Diesel cleans even more thoroughly than before to help improve fuel economy and recover power in heavy-duty engines. Shell Commercial F...
Production of Ford’s current-generation Ranger pick-up has drawn to a close at the Silverton Assembly Plant in Pretoria. The last unit came off the assembly line on 10 November 2022, e...
FAW Trucks offer a locally produced model range that continues to represent robust solutions and excellent value for money in the extra-heavy, heavy, medium and light commercial segments...
John and Tracey Devonport run the successful Devlan Limousin cattle stud, which is situated on Water’s Edge on the Vaal. Background John was brought up in Johannesburg and went to Wi...
Only a few days remain before Mahindra officially opens orders for the highly anticipated XUV700. On 15 November 2022 at exactly 11:00, Mahindra will officially open pre-orders for it...
Some of South Africa’s top contributors to agriculture were recognised at the 2022 Agricultural Writers SA Awards on Friday, 11 November 2022. The annual event salutes those that work ...
The Toyota Hilux is the latest vehicle to receive the GR treatment. Aptly named, the Hilux GR-Sport, the 2.8 GD-6 4x4 6AT, was designed with two things in mind: toughness and sportiness....
Oswald Jannasch, President of the Nguni Cattle Breeders Society, grew up in the bushveld, on a mission station and went to school in a rural town. After school, he went to university, wo...
Charles Freeme, President of the Meatmaster Sheep Breeders’ Society South Africa, is a full time farmer doing Meatmaster Stud breeding and also have various other interests in small st...
GWM and HAVAL, have recently won a host of outstanding accolades, and have just reached record sales for October 2022. In the competitive and well-contested South African automobile...
The Cannabis Research Institute of South Africa (CRI) has sponsored a year-long study that examines the effectiveness of medical cannabis as an alternative to opioids for chronic pain ma...
South African beef is once again taking centre stage in the Middle East. One of South Africa’s leading beef producers – Beefmaster Group – is attending this year’s Saudi Internat...
Any farmer's dream is to get the most from each stalk, along with digestible and more nutritious feed for his animals. Pöttinger's mowers not only meet farmers' dreams but also run like...
The recent water crises around the country should make all South Africans consider not only how we desperately need to protect our sources of fresh water, but how we treat wastewater and...
Company Description HJN Training, with head quarters in Centurion and a satellite office located in Vereeniging, is an organisation dedicated to the training of police, private and publ...
Green fingered learners from Curro Delft in the Western Cape were ecstatic to see Dr Ivan Meyer, Provincial Minister of Agriculture join them for a tree planting ceremony last week. T...
As South Africans prepare for what will be another sweltering summer, present and future JoJo Tanks owners can be rest assured that their tank has been engineered to resist the ravages o...
Tito Vorster is the CEO of the Delft Group and SIMBRA SA Breed President. They have a diversified agriculture footprint in Mpumalanga. Delft Group is a family-owned business managed by h...
SA Canegrowers has confirmed reports that some small-scale growers supplying the Tongaat Hulett mills at Felixton, Amatikulu and Maidstone have received the overdue payment for cane deli...
The Pretoria High Court has issued a critical judgment requiring that the City of Tshwane invest R18 million in the implementation of a precinct plan for the maintenance of the Tshwane F...
Cecilia Prinsloo, Chairman of the PinZ²yl Cattle Breeders of South Africa, is a practising attorney, the senior partner at a niche boutique-style law firm, with no farming background wh...
Adrian McNaughton(48) farms with his family (brother Ronald) on the farm Houdconstant in the Graaff Reinet district. “We are primarily Merino sheep farmers with a beef component and so...
Orange is the colour of success for KwaZulu-Natal-based Trewirgie Timber. The flourishing farming enterprise relies on an orange-liveried Wood-Mizer sawmill line at its Orange Farm Sawmi...
Pig farmers often focus on reproductive traits. These traits are important, but also keep in mind how your herd is making use of feed because 80% of a farm’s costs is feed. Feed con...
Dr Hinner Köster is President of the SA Hereford Cattle Breed. More about dr Köster He was born on the 17th of April 1965 and raised on a large cattle ranch in Vryburg in the Nort...
John Devonport is the President of the Southern African Limousin Society. John was brought up in Johannesburg and went to Wits where he qualified as a Chartered Accountant. “As a fa...
Candidates from Momentum Metropolitan's Women in Farming programme, a three-year incubator that aims to enhance the skills of young black female farmers, recently celebrated their gr...
Each year, in rural communities, devastating livestock losses due to crime, pests and diseases, natural disasters and fires¹ increase the burden on impoverished South Africans. More and...
Agri SA is extremely concerned that the 2022/2023 summer season will lead to an even greater locust outbreak if no proactive measures are taken now. South Africa will likely experience f...
SA Canegrowers is deeply concerned by the announcement that Tongaat Hulett Limited has entered its South African operations into business rescue due to the catastrophic consequences it h...
Leading supplier Bearings International (BI) grew its countrywide distribution network by four branches this year alone and is looking to add a completely new complementary business unit...
Airmax air spring systems are designed to maximize safe load-carrying capacity, stability and overall ride quality. Their air springs are designed and assembled in the USA. Airmax air sp...
Tippers are one of the true workhorses of the commercial vehicle industry, carrying heavy loads in conditions that are less than ideal. Every load represents money, making a reliable veh...
Pune-based automotive manufacturer Force Motors, a market leader in the manufacturing and selling of panel vans and midi-buses in India, announced today the appointment of ETG Logistics,...
The Ile de France Breeding Society of South Africa is pleased to announce the appointment of Stefan Conradie as its new chairman. “The roots of the Ile de France breed in South Afr...
Agri SA is hopeful that the Midterm Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) will outline critical measures to support the agricultural sector amid a number of crises that threaten the sector’s...
The massive population increase in South Africa over the past decades, failing water infrastructure and lack of good rain has compounded the current water crisis in the country, but here...
With the constantly rising fuel price, it may be wise to get an electric car from EV Global. EV Global is South Africa’s biggest independent electric transport business since 2009. “...
‘The Suid Bokkeveld is where my heart lies, with the farmers who share this beautiful landscape. They are very keen to learn new things and one of the woman farmers told me she will ne...
Taking proper care of your skin is something that goes beyond taking showers and avoiding the sun as much as possible. It also has to do with the quality of the products that we use to k...
AgriBonus (AB) is the first loyalty programme specifically designed to reward farmers for the loyalty they show towards certain brands. The AgriBonus loyalty programme Farmers are rewa...
Gone are the days of guesswork over animal performance. Gallagher Animal Management’s livestock scales give farmers Immediate, accurate, and easily accessible information. It provides ...
A landmark deal has been signed between South Africa and Saudi Arabia, which will see South Africa export beef – amongst other red meat products – to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA...
Productivity and efficiency are what Algar Animal Handling Equipment strive to give the farmer in the equipment they manufacture. A variety of their equipment was on show at NAMPO A...
The regional candidates for the Agricultural Writers SA (AWSA) North were officially announced on 14 October during an awards event in Pretoria. The event's main sponsors were Corteva...
The 16th of October is a date set by the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations as World Food Day. MOWCS, as one of the organisations that have food security as their pi...
As equine competition season ramps up, the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC) has emphasised the importance of horse owners getting their animals vaccinated against African horse si...
"It was truly a privilege and a blessing from day one to be in agriculture," says Chrisna Heuer, marketing manager in South Africa for Yara Africa Fertilizer (Pty) Ltd, an international ...
Invest in your future Whether you’re installing irrigation equipment for the first time, replacing an aging pivot or upgrading your current equipment, there’s no question that it’...
South Africans are justifiably proud of their can-do, DIY reaction to life’s challenges. When things become complicated, however, sound and impartial advice becomes indispensable. T...
Cardinal Weighbridge Cardinal Weighbridge Company South Africa (Pty) Ltd. has grown over the years to become one of the largest suppliers of weighbridges in South Africa and Africa. ...
As the swarming season begins for bees in South Africa, Rentokil Initial has partnered with Bee Kulture to provide specialised and sustainable “bee sanctuaries” adding to their suite...
The South African automotive industry, which generates around 18,7% of domestic manufacturing output, plays a significant role in our country’s economy, with a GDP contribution compara...
Increasing input costs, over-reliance on fertiliser, consumer pressure to farm more sustainably, government regulations to reduce greenhouse gases, the unpredictable effects of climate c...
Significant resources are required to conserve South Africa’s landscapes and their associated biodiversity and ecosystem services. These include freshwater, fresh air, carbon sequestra...
Farmers who handle livestock and game, equally love Algar's livestock-handling equipment. Algar's equipment is of the highest quality, is sturdy, is made of strong steel, and is cleverly...
This year, NAMPO Cape took place from 14–17 September in Bredasdorp. During this gathering, farmers engaged in conversation with the management of Agri Western Cape (AWC), to hear how ...
A centre pivot is an essential part of many farms worldwide. What a farmer expects from a pivot is efficiency, reliability, and longevity. A farmer wants assurance that his investment wi...
Piet Warren, game rancher from Gravelotte in Limpopo, is slowly but surely getting rid of his assets with the aim of emigrating to Australia. Piet (75) and his wife Christine have bee...
Rumax's reliable blue machines grabbed everyone's attention once again at the Cape NAMPO terrain in Bredasdorp. This isn't Rumax's first NAMPO, and it's certainly not their last. After t...
Rugged equipment that serves the farmer faithfully and meets strict safety requirements - this is what Revaro provides. Revaro's people believe in satisfying farmers' needs by providing ...
The farm Spitskop in the Heidelberg district in the Western Cape represents pure Massey Ferguson tradition and achievement. Hendrik-Pieter and Hanro Stiglingh are the fourth generation o...
With lively interest, farmers descended on Valtrac's exhibition at NAMPO Cape. "It was really worth it for us," says Johan Steyn, salesman for Valtrac, in the Eastern Cape. "We have f...
Algar Animal Handling Equipment pride themselves on delivering high-quality products that make your work more efficient and profitable. Their wide range of products for livestock farmers...
In this day and age, reliable network connectivity is critical when you operate a farm. Your pivots, pumps, and fleet of tractors all need to connect to the Internet and share data to th...
The Minister of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development, Ms Thoko Didiza (MP), has taken the decision to uplift the Foot-and-mouth Disaster Management Area (DMA) of the Free State...
A popular visit site for farmers at NAMPO Cape was JDI's (JD Implements) vivid exhibition. JDI is the leading supplier of superior implements that keep farmers in the Overberg area produ...
Setting up an irrigation system can be challenging, but prompt service and the availability of parts makes it easier. Reinke knows this, that is why they recently moved their head office...
In September 2021 a veld fire broke out in the Free State. According to an article by SABC News, more than 25 000 hectares of agricultural land have been destroyed due to veld fires. ...
It has been said that data is the new oil. That’s certainly true of the agricultural environment where farmers are increasingly using the power of data and data analytics to make bette...
The Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Dr Blade Nzimande, and the Minister of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development, Ms Thokozile Didiza, will launch the Nati...
The new Quantum-range from CASE IH is the specifically designed tractor for precision farming in vineyards and orchards. Farmers can be assured that these machines provide power for dail...
Following the opening of Corteva Agriscience’s Centre for Seed Applied Technologies (CSAT) laboratory in Rosslyn, Gauteng, farmers can now reap the benefits of LumiGEN™ seed treatmen...
Bearings International (BI) remains the one-stop shop for all your bearing and lubricant needs on tractors, pumps and machines. With their new warehouse in the Western Cape and their hei...
If you are looking for a compact off-road trailer or camper, look no further than Bushwakka 4x4. Bushwakka aims to build the lightest, toughest and best off-road camping trailers in...
Do you have a passion for the great outdoors and camping? If so, Bushwakka is the company to go to for all of your needs and wants related to the great outdoors. "If you are in the ma...
Massey Ferguson is 175 years old this year, a testament to the brand’s longevity, offering farmers worldwide the straightforward and dependable machines they need to feed the world sus...
The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) has gazetted new standards for certain raw processed meat products on Friday, 26 August 2022 in terms of section...
KwaZulu-Natal’s Agricultural Union, Kwanalu, proudly announces that North Coast Macadamia and Banana farmer, Tammy Williams is the 2022 KZN Toyota Kwanalu Young Farmer of the Year. ...
Since its inception in 2016, FarmSol in partnership with South African Breweries (SAB), has supported 475 female farmers across the country, with the number of women in the programme gro...
Dr Gawie du Toit's fertilization experiment with maize in collaboration with Ermelo High School and TLU SA, has proven once again that the pursuit of maximum harvest must be tempered wit...
Security and safety are very important factors in any business. HJN Training is a tertiary training company that trains people in security and safety in the private sector. The com...
Mitsubishi Motors in Empangeni has emerged as the brand’s Dealer of the Year 2022, following a closely fought contest between all the dealers around the country. Achieving this presti...
Daniël Opperman from Naboomspruit is the TLU SA Young Farmer of the Year. The winner of the 2022 competition was announced at the annual TLU SA congress. “It was particularly diffi...
With fuel contributing heavily to a farmer’s input costs, every fuel increase has an effect on the farm’s bottom line. Following a few basic rules that focus on fuel economy will hel...
Marquis Macadamias and their growers have celebrated the macadamia industry on World Macadamia Nut Day, Sunday 4 September, by continuing to educate the next generation in Bundaberg and ...
Local businesses have raised concerns regarding the supply of potatoes and French fries as record temperatures and severe drought negatively impact the supply of potatoes from Europe. In...
Scania Southern Africa recently handed over several Euro 5 new generation, fuel-saving trucks to the Shoprite group, a valued customer of Scania. These trucks are the first of their kind...
CNH Industrial is a world-class equipment and services company that sustainably advances the noble work of agriculture and construction workers. With its globally respected brands, whose...
Wow! That's just the thing my animals and I need, farmers said when they saw Algar's new JAY-LOR feed mixer at the recent KragDag expo. Algar participated in KragDag for the second time ...
At John Deere Africa Middle East, we understand that residue management after harvest time is critical for good soil health, and we know that working faster on the fields matters. We are...
Research enables us to better understand the challenges farmers face daily, providing evidence about which solutions are needed. By combining the strengths of both companies, Tradecorp a...
Game poaching is an enormous problem in the Lowveld and a large portion of a game farmer’s security expenditure goes towards his first line of defence – the fence around his farm. ...
• Audi Centre Centurion implements solar solution to progress the transition to e-mobility, greener energy and a more sustainable future. • 53kWp of photovoltaic (PV) solar power ha...
• Robert Cisek appointed as Head of Volkswagen Small and Compact Product Line • Martina Biene to succeed Cisek as Chairperson and Managing Director of VWSA Kariega – Robert Cis...
Mitsubishi Motors South Africa (MMSA) achieved excellent results in the latest NADA Dealer Satisfaction Index (DSI), being awarded Gold status after showing a 2,8% improvement compared t...
• Chery OMODA 5 on show at FOM • First appearance of fashionable next generation Chery in Africa • OMODA 5 confirmed for South African introduction Chery is preparing to wow S...
Formerly known as the homelands in South Africa, the Mthatha region of the Eastern Cape has significant agricultural potential. With ample room for development, and a community eager to ...
180 years. That is for how long a pecan nut tree can yield its rich annual nut crop. With an expected productive life that long, today’s investment for the future of your children and ...
Macadamia is a tasty and very nutritional nut that was originally and indigenously grown in Australia. There are several varieties of macadamias, although only two are edible. Over the l...
All this women below is part of the Momentum Metropolitan’s Women in Farming Programme. The programme is on a mission to enhance the skills of young female farmers to enable and emp...
Persistent load shedding is having a dire impact on farming production costs and productivity, rapidly driving up food prices, and placing even more financial pressure on strained househ...
Keeping pace in today’s digital world is now more relevant to the Agri sector than ever before. With the monitoring and allocation of various assets in the field, utilising a digital p...
Intensive and meticulous planning preceded Ian Wyeth’s move from the town to the farm to take up sheep husbandry. One of the solutions that accompanied him was Bonnox. “For years,...
Agbiz welcomes the decision of the People’s Republic of China to once again accept wool exports from South Africa. The decision is a welcome development within the context of an increa...
Food costs are soaring with the war in Ukraine, interest rate hikes, fuel increases, and changed weather patterns. A KZN-based startup is focusing on driving down the cost of food by cut...
Jaco Oosthuizen, CEO of RSA Group, has been announced as the new chairperson of the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) Southern Africa Country Council, a position he will hol...
SPECK is an industry leader in filtration and circulation in South Africa. We are committed to the innovation of sustainable products that support greener living and responsible environm...
At the heart of the Vaalharts Irrigation Scheme, you will find the Tadcaster Trading Post, where three dynamic women have been making an impact in the animal feed industry since 2012. ...
The statement that Isuzu is ‘with you for the long run’ is exactly the reason why ISUZU has become the overall leading brand in trucking for the past 10 years. Trucks, especially ...
Every day, there are more and more violent home invasions, robberies, and farm murders in South Africa. This is because unemployment is so high that it is luring thousands of people into...
Technology continues to transform industries globally as the trend towards digitising operations to enhance efficiency continues. According to Oxford Business Group’s Agriculture Afric...
Although NAMPO Cape is essentially an agricultural expo, there is no reason why the women cannot also enjoy a visit to NAMPO Cape. The Afgri Women's Program is presented daily from We...
With the high cost of living and rising food prices, many South Africans are struggling to put food on their plates.1 September is planting season in South Africa, and the climate and so...
Technopol Southern Africa (Pty) LTD, established in 1993, is a leading manufacturer of Expanded Polystyrene (LiteCel™ EPS) products and solutions primarily for insulation and construct...
Notification issued by the Government of India opens new opportunities for Indian importers to increase volumes. The Government of India has approved in-transit cold treatment for Sou...
A local South African B2C and B2B indoor farming tech startup, PixelBlue T/A Homefarm, has announced a successful Seed Raise of R1,7 million from a group of investors including start-up ...
Alpha Damme was established in 2020 during the “Hard lockdown” that was enforced by the Covid Pandemic. Even though we are only 2 years old as a registered company, we have years of ...
Agri SA has written to Minister of Agriculture, Land Reform, and Rural Development Thoko Didiza to request her urgent intervention after Botswana and Namibia took unilateral action to bl...
“In life, you must decide which side of the shop counter you want to be on. If you are involved in the value chain of production and selling, you can have both the products and the mea...
Let us look at a general example in our daily life; When buying a new car which does not contribute anything to our income, on the contrary is only costing us money, we spend time select...
Over the past three summer rainfall production seasons, an innovative alliance has given growers access to sustainable crop solutions, technical expertise and extremely favourable commer...
An entrepreneurial farmer and son team has built a flourishing artisanal furniture and timber ware company with a Wood-Mizer LT40, ingenuity and artistic flair. Based in South Africa...
A perfect seedbed. That is all that remains behind when the Rubin 12 compact disc harrow has moved through the field. At Val Farmers Day, where the country's best among the best could sh...
It has been almost four years since the Constitutional Court ruled that South Africans have the right to consume cannabis in the privacy of their own homes, effectively decriminalising t...
South Africa’s farmers have a well-deserved reputation for using technology to farm smarter and increase productivity despite challenging conditions. The launch of Bridgestone’s f...
Nowadays, the condition of a farmer’s fence is equally important to that of his sheep. Therefore, Johan Venter, part-time sheep farmer and broker from Middelburg, quickly erected a fen...
Quadro Alloys Trading Enterprise was established in 2007 and is located in the East Rand of Johannesburg. Specialising in the manufacture and design of extruders, hammer mills, feed prod...
When it comes to small-scale operations such as 5 000 chickens or fewer, one might debate whether or not automation is essential. The correct response is "Yes"! Because of increasing ...
"I didn't decide to farm," Franelyn Hoffman laughs. “I grew up on tractors. In my standard eight year, my father woke me up one morning during the school holidays and said: 'Come, I ne...
“Farming is my life, it’s not a job,” says Alida Venter. She farms in the Outeniekwa Mountains, between Uniondale and Knysna. “It’s in the middle of nowhere, but in the perfec...
In South Africa, irrigation decisions can make or break your harvest. David Müller, a farmer at Uitdraai Farm in Prieska on the Northern Cape, knows this all too well. David’s family ...
Ask any progressive farmer what the benefits of strip grazing are, and inevitably, the first answer will be: “It reduces wastage.” True, it does. By restricting the quantity of grass...
“Our dream was to get water to Groenvlei farm, located 5 km from the nearest water source,” says WG Treurnicht, who grows wine grapes just outside Porterville, at the foot of the Oli...
The landscape of the South African avocado and macadamia industry is in a state of uncomfortable upheaval, with local growers and tree nurseries scrambling to adjust and adapt to the pre...
AGCO is investing heavily in South Africa to establish itself as the preferred supplier for mechanisation and technology. “Working very closely with farmers to provide suitable hi-tech...
Technology has continuously proved to be an asset that a farmer cannot go without. It helps solve real-world problems in innovative ways. The founders of The Awareness Company witnessed ...
It’s Women’s Month in South Africa, a time to focus on the incomparable role that women shoulder in our society and country as caregivers, businesswomen, volunteers, friends, and fam...
When well-respected Sasolburg farmer Tharina Terblanche fell in love with the latest combine harvester from Fendt, she turned to Bronwyn Cilliers, General Manager of Valtrac in Parys, to...
There are over two million smallholder or household farmers in South Africa*. These are farmers that farm on small areas in order to feed their families, ideally with some surplus to sel...
Designed with the demands of today's job site in mind, John Deere introduces the new 460E-II Articulated Dump Truck (ADT). This John Deere-designed machine delivers ultimate productivity...
ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) has evolved from decades of focus on sustainable development and is increasingly becoming a critical business imperative. ESG is often associa...
Kemin Industries, a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80 percent of the world with its products and services, recentl...
Such has been the success of the Massey Ferguson brand in the Delmas, Mpumalanga region that AGCO Africa appointed M&F Bemarking as a dealer over a year ago. A family-owned business,...
After a two-year layoff due to Covid-19, Wood-Mizer made a welcome return to NAMPO 2022, the largest agricultural expo in the Southern Hemisphere! Originally organised by the erstwhil...
Good harvesting starts in the farmer’s heart. Tending the land is much more than a job: it’s a vocation. Your fields feel the care you give them and return the favour by providing th...
A local dairy farming operation in KwaZulu-Natal is now more grateful than ever for joining the Massey Ferguson family due to the cost-effectiveness and wide application of its tractor r...
Avital part of crop production is pest control. However, pesticides should be used responsibly to prevent harming farmers, workers, consumers, and the environment. Guidelines for action...
Irrigation methods There is no one-size-fits-all method of irrigating fields that differ in soil, crop size, or crop types. Any location’s best system is the one that can provide appr...
Commercial farming can only be sustainable when it also uplifts workers and communities. So says Jan le Roux, director of the Le Roux Group, a socially responsible agricultural enterpris...
A range of versatile, high-performance DIY adhesive products for the automotive sector is available from Pratley. The range is ideal for various quick, on-the-spot automotive repairs, es...
Through the years Mylpaal Boerdery experimented with different cattle breeds (Beefmasters among others). We came to the conclusion that Beefmaster is the way to go – ideal for cross br...
Case IH recently hosted a Practical Commercial Training Day attended by 26 dealers from various countries throughout Africa and Europe. The aim of the training day was to provide practic...
The Massey Ferguson brand is anywhere in South Africa where farming takes place. Nowhere is this more evident than in the Naude’s Neck Pass region in the Eastern Cape. Connecting Macle...
Tiger Brands will extend operations at its deciduous fruit business Langeberg & Ashton Foods (L&AF) for a further season. The decision was taken after a compact was agreed upon w...
In June, the European Union’s (EU) Standing Committee on Plant, Animal, Food and Feed (SCOPAFF) published drastic, and arguably misinformed, new regulations requiring the cold treatm...
South Africa has a dual agricultural economy, with an established commercial farming industry and an emerging small-scale farmer sector. Most small-scale farmers are based on communal la...
It is well known that continuous cultivation of the same crop on the same soil leads to “tired” or “sick soil”, with consequent reduction in yields over time. However, this does ...
The search for an exceptional farmer has begun as the KZN Agricultural Union, Kwanalu, embarks on its annual competition, the Kwanalu Young Farmer of the Year. The winner will represent ...
From 14-17 September 2022, all roads lead to Bredasdorp again for the annual NAMPO Cape Expo at Bredasdorp Park. Visitors to NAMPO Cape 2022 can look forward to: More than 500 e...
Kanna’s affordable wool presses press wool just as effectively as the automatic models. Better, quicker, easier, as well as more effective and affordable, that is what Kanna, the in...
Because people ask for it! Reinforced Hosing (Pty) Ltd has been manufacturing the well-known and respected Watex brand in South Africa since 1999, when Gavin Brown and Dev Howett esta...
Theuns Dreyer, the managing director of Senter360, has 32 years of extensive experience in the irrigation industry, particularly in the design and project management of large-scale irrig...
AGI is well known for their grain handling facilities on farms and at silos, but they have proven in Mauritius that they also have the solutions for the bulk handling of material at feed...
Thanks to an innovative mindset, Rumax is always improving on existing products, and developing on new ideas. That is why it is no surprise that many new projects are on the horizon. ...
With the help of science, innovative light manipulation and UV management, photo- selective colour netting creates an environment that can be manipulated into optimal growing conditions ...
WILD Coolers is home to The Leader in High Performance Cooler Boxes and accessories. Centred on reliability, performance and beauty, their range is designed to withstand all of Africa’...
JOCK dog food is a premium scientifically formulated dog food. Using only the finest ingredients, it provides a complete balanced diet. JOCK dog food is produced at the second-largest...
Farmers are facing the constant battle of increasing input cost. This is not limited to fertilizer and chemicals, but seed cost has increased exponentially in the last year. W...
Superior products and equipment for the meat and food industry. The roots of Crown National can be traced back to 1912 when a company called Newtown Tin Works was founded in the bustl...
The last thing any farmer needs is to have a tractor or essential piece of equipment from either Challenger, Massey Ferguson, Fendt and Valtra stand idle due to downtime. This is where t...
SCUBA Above and beyond The new SCUBA compact close-coupled submersible pump from Xylem brings a new level of reliability and flexibility to primary water supply options for wells, tanks...
Healthy and balanced rations for livestock are key to performance and profit in livestock farming. If outstanding livestock production is your goal, then your animals’ feed needs to be...
Farmers are excited about the good news that John Deere now also offers earthmoving and construction equipment for the farm. This year, farmers can expect to see the yellow between th...
The most important party in the farming industry is the farmer, therefore his interests should always be placed first. This is the conviction of Irrigation Unlimited’s people. Dirk ...
Given the importance of fresh produce markets to food supply chains and the economy, markets should be recognised as national key points, and given urgent prioritisation to address poor ...
Such has been the success of Massey Ferguson at the Jajola Boerdery in Volksrust, Mpumalanga, that Japie Landman is now the sixth generation to use the trusted brand. “My grandfather o...
The new FendtONE platform merges the machine and the office into one control unit. FendtONE combines the familiar operation of the tractor with the terminal for planning or controlling t...
The right location, cultivar, land preparation and cultivation programme are crucial to ensure the best yields, profits, and sustainability of your pecan nut operation. Pecan trees like ...
In 2021, the GRIMME Group from Damme (Germany) was able to build on the good year of 2020 despite the Corona pandemic, the shortage of skilled workers and the effects of Brexit. Turnover...
An ongoing concern of tree-lovers is a dreaded pest known as the polyphagous shot hole borer beetle (PSHB). This tiny beetle bores into tree trunks, introducing a fungus that weakens a...
“Technology is wonderful, but it’s also attractive to thieves,” says Andries Bothma, Production and Sales Manager from Rotrix Africa. He told NAMPO-visitors about the reliable solu...
Since the start of the year, the sugar industry has distributed more than R225 million to Small-Scale Growers. The recent approval by the sugar industry of an additional R47,7 million fo...
An apple tree only bears fruit at a certain time of the year. The rest of the year the tree must grow, rest or make flowers. Similarly, the needs of a farm fluctuates throughout the seas...
“DAM” is a short word but to BUILD it is something else, the wise old men used to say. But nowadays not only dam construction is complicated – it is also the negotiations to obtain...
From the automotive industry to the agricultural community, new road freight and fast delivery options are now available thanks to Seabourne Logistics, which opened a branch in Mbombela,...
Important Issues: La Nina continues at relative moderate to strong levels. The first significant rain is possible from about the middle of June over the Winter Rainfall Region. Heavy f...
Ian Cunningham (37) a deciduous fruit and wine grape farmer of Elgin and Villiersdorp, was named Agri Western Cape Santam Agriculture Young Farmer of the year in Durbanville this week. ...
Ashok Leyland, flagship of the Hinduja Group and India’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, today announced their new distribution partnership with ETG’s logistics, warehousing...
Do you stress about the quality of the product you buy? Do you know if you receive the quality you paid for? Do you know what the legislation entails regarding the specifications fro...
Corteva Agriscience today launches Zorvec® Encantia®, a new fungicide that specifically targets late blight, a detrimental pathogen currently compromising local potato growth. The so...
According to Louan van Rooyen, Head of Actuarial at Business OUTsurance, the answer to this is not as simple as you may think. “People who understand the concept of insurance, will ...
