AGRICULTURAL SECTOR

The female opportunity in Africa’s agricultural sector

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

News & Events

10 Apr 2025 · 4 min read

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

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

People

25 Mar 2025 · 3 min read

With investment in science and leadership Afrikelp® sets the foundation for continued international success

RMB Ventures is in proud partnership with Afrikelp®, a uniquely South African manufacturer of seaweed bio-stimulants, offering an eco-friendly solution for the global agricultural secto...

News & Events

4 Dec 2024 · 4 min read

Shortage of qualified veterinarians in South Africa leads to potential challenges in the agricultural sector

South Africa is experiencing a veterinarian and veterinary nurse shortage, which threatens the profession, food security, public health, and animal welfare. According to a recent repo...

News & Events

5 Sep 2024 · 4 min read

Agriculture sector faces growing risks: Allianz risk barometer 2024 highlights key challenges and mitigation strategies

The Allianz Risk Barometer 2024 has identified the top five risks confronting the agriculture sector, emphasizing critical challenges that necessitate immediate attention. The leading ri...

News & Events

20 Aug 2024 · 4 min read

Plastic use in the agricultural sector

There is a growing demand that all agricultural industries take into account the environmental consequences of whatever process they undertake. One of the areas of concern is the use of ...

Innovation

9 Jan 2023 · 4 min read