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AgraME Expo 2023

Step into the future of agriculture, aquaculture, and animal husbandry with our exclusive playlist capturing the highlights of the 2023 AgraME Expo in Dubai! From smart farming and precision agriculture to hydroponics and livestock management, witness the revolution shaping the agribusiness landscape. Join us on a virtual journey through the vibrant exhibits that showcased their excellence and knowledge at the AgraME Expo.

Reinke’s Circles of Success

Proagrimedia joins the Reinke team in Africa to visit the farmers who have achieved success thanks to their irrigation systems

Livestock identification

Different identification or branding methods for livestock include ear tagging, ear notching, tattooing, hot branding, freeze branding, and microchipping. Each method has its own advantages and disadvantages that will be discussed in this series.

Chicken breeds

The production of meat and eggs for human consumption typically involves the use of chickens in breeding programmes within the poultry industry. In this series different breeds will be discussed.

Pig breeds

It is important to have a good understanding of the market demand for pork products in your area. Additionally, you should have a solid business plan in place, that outlines your breeding goals, marketing strategies, and financial projections. With careful planning and hard work, a pig breeding business can be a successful and profitable venture.

Farm management and planning

We will focus on optimal resource utilisation and farm planning. When planning for the provi­sion of a sufficient number of camps, the ultimate question is how many camps are needed for each herd?

Financial literacy in agriculture

Financial literacy is the ability and confidence of an individual to use his/her financial knowledge to make financial decisions to improve their well-being.

Greenhouses

As the adverse effects of climate change increase result in destruc­tive weather conditions that affect the agricultural sector, there is also an increase in agricultural participants in sub-Saharan Africa.

Goat breeds

Goats are one of the earliest domesticated animals and have been raised for their meat, milk, and fibre for hundreds of years. In this two part series, some breeds will be discussed.

Game ranching

When it comes to successfully farming game, having a good game management system is essential. A few of these topics are going to be covered in this series.

Herb and spice production in Africa

In ancient times, spices and herbs was an important commodity. Perfumes made from the aromatic plants adorned the bodies of the wealthy and kings. Often, spices were used as a form of currency or exchange, making them just as valuable as gold.

From silkworms to silk garments

Invasive alien plants

Fruit production

Are you looking to find out more about fruit production? Look no further. This series provides a rough guide on how to start growing your own fruits. It covers all the most popular fruits grown in Southern Africa (excluding trees).

The use of plastic in agriculture

The evolution is spurred by various factors that influence material choice, such as processing cost, durability, rust resistance, strength, environmental friendliness, safety, simple fabrication, and cleaning ease among others.

African agribusinesses can still grow

Despite the odds and different challenging economic environments in Africa, success has been achieved for agribusinesses.

Rabbit farming

Rabbit farming can be an alternative farming opportunity for a beginner farmer or someone with limited resources. Backyard rabbit farming can be a fantastic concept for producing healthy meat while also providing an additional source of cash for the family, with little effort on the part of the farmer. They can be raised in a convenient and cost-effective manner in a domestic setting.

Choose greenhouses for maximised production

As climate change escalates, agricultural participants in sub-Saharan Africa rise. Farming operations must be optimised to reduce production costs and make farmers financially sustainable. Crop varieties, species, renewable energy, electric vehicles, and infrastructure can improve this. This collection discusses greenhouses and their benefits to farming.

Sheep breeds

Sheep can be raised for a variety of products, including meat, milk, and wool, and different breeds are bred for each of these uses. Optimal care for each breed is also discussed, along with the breed's specific differences.

Tree nut production in sub-Saharan Africa

Nuts contain a lot of oil and provide energy. Most harvested nuts are used for cosmetic, medicinal, and culinary purposes. They can be ground into nut butters or pressed into oil. This collection covers tree nuts and their uses.

Bee farming: Everything you need to know

Find out everything you need to understand about bee farming and beekeeping in this completed collection. Learn what the process entails and what you need to start your bee farm.

Water harvesting techniques

Learn how to harvest, store and use rain water in this three part collection.

Successful rabbit farming with Tiger Animal Feeds

Poultry farming

Starting your own poultry operation can be daunting, but it doesn't have to be. In this series of articles, you can learn more about how to start your chicken farming operation and how to care for your birds.

Cattle breeds

Pig farming

Around 9,000 years ago, humans domesticated pigs from wild boars in Anatolia (now Turkey) and East Asia. Pigs are raised for meat and skins in the 21st century. Learn how to maximise pig production and reproduction in this collection.

Vegetable planting guide

Vegetables carry many vitamins and minerals that form an important part of the human diet. In this collection, we delve into the colourful world of edible plants, mainly vegetables, and how to grow them as a crop.

Ancient African food

Crops that were traditionally cultivated and consumed by Africans hold many health benefits. This collection of articles delve into the many benefits of these foods, as well as delivering insight into crop production and cultivation.

Erosion control in Malawi

Crop production in Namibia

Namibia relies on agriculture to achieve Vision 2030. To significantly contribute to economic growth and wealth creation, agricultural production/output must increase manyfold. This collection teaches sustainable farming and crop production.

Composting and composting systems

Turn your crops into condiments and seasonings

Dive into the world of condiments and seasoning. In this collection, you can learn how to add value to your products and turn crops into condiments.

Sheep farming made easy

Fertigate for soil health and profit

Create the perfect environment for your dairy cattle

Irrigation made easy

Soil: The farmer’s most important asset

Soil is the farmer's most important asset. Without it, no crops can grow and now pastures for animals can exist. This series of articles look at the composition and structure of your soil so you know how to care for it.

Reinke

Rotary tillers are simple but effective

Water wise farmers build earth dams

Pig production guide

Make more from your crops