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Pioneer celebrates 100 years of existence

Pioneer, a global leader in the supply of agricultural solutions and seeds, is celebrating its 100th year of existence. As part of this celebration, Pioneer is highlighting their deep-ro...

9 Jan 2026 · 4 min read

Syngenta Cropwise Grower: A digital game-changer for Zambian farmers

Agriculture remains the backbone of Zambia’s economy, but farmers face daily challenges - climate change is intensifying agricultural challenges: new pests, emerging diseases, and extr...

13 Oct 2025 · 3 min read

Record Canola crop ignites optimism in South Africa’s agricultural sector

South Africa is poised to harvest one of its most abundant canola crops to date. Thanks to favourable weather - marked by cooler temperatures and steady rainfall - the 2025 harvest is pr...

21 Aug 2025 · 3 min read

Pannar showcases PowerCore™ hybrids at Val Farmers’ Day

Pannar once again demonstrated its commitment to South African maize farmers as a Platinum sponsor of the Val Farmers’ Day. With a welcoming stall and delicious coffee and cookies, ...

19 Aug 2025 · 3 min read

Keep your grain safe with RSA Grain Storage

In the past, farmers relied on the cooperatives for their grain storage, but as agricultural technology advances, more and more farmers are moving to their own grain storage. RSA Grain S...

3 Jun 2025 · 4 min read

Corteva Crop Protection puts our citrus farmers first

South Africa is one of the world’s leading citrus producers, exporting high-quality fruit to international markets while supplying local consumers with fresh and nutritious produce. ...

22 May 2025 · 4 min read

Maize, soya bean, and sunflower farmers flock to Sannieshof: Pioneer delivers and impresses

Pioneer hosts these Agronomy Days in various parts of the country, and the days are characterised not only by the cultivars on display but also by the informative lectures presented. ...

12 May 2025 · 5 min read

Corteva Crop Protection puts weed-free wheat first

Wheat is one of the most important staple crops in South Africa, playing a critical role in food security, livestock feed, and the economy. However, wheat farmers face significant challe...

29 Apr 2025 · 5 min read

New research for increased maize yields

New in terms of Pioneer's trials Different types of trials are planted in each agent's area each year, such as strip trials, PKP trials ("Product Knowledge Plots") and then, of course...

29 Apr 2025 · 4 min read

African cuisine part 6: Southern Africa-Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe is a landlocked country between the Zambezi and Limpopo Rivers, bordered by South Africa to the south, Botswana to the southwest, Zambia to the north, and Mozambique to the east...

17 Mar 2025 · 7 min read
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