The world has changed, and the agricultural sector is no exception. Farmers had to quickly adapt to the strange circumstances that dominated 2020. Shows, auctions and expos that were normally major events had to move to online platforms to conform to COVID regulations. Agri4all is a website that was first launched in 2018. It enables […] More
Improving production and profits while minimising expense and effort is every farmer’s goal. Bayer understands this, and continuously develops products that will enable a farmer to achieve these goals. That is why Bayer Zimbabwe introduced three new crop protection products to the Zimbabwean agricultural market during this year. These three products are specifically focussed on […] More
Summer has arrived in Southern Africa and the temperatures are soaring. This can lead to high levels of discomfort, not only for humans, but also for animals and poultry in particular. When temperatures are too high, poultry can suffer from a condition called heat stress. This can cause fatalities, reduced growth, and poor egg quality. […] More
A centre pivot can outlive a farmer if it is built using superior quality material, has a robust design, is well maintained and is reliable. These are all qualities that farmers have become accustomed to from Valley Irrigation. Valley pivots enable the farmer to ensure that his crops will be successful year after year. Hannes […] More
Namibia is known for its magnificent red dunes and pristine coastline. Normally, people associate the country with the fishing industry that is the economic heartbeat of many coastal villages. Livestock is one of Namibia’s main agricultural export products, despite the country being very arid. The challenge is to produce enough feed for the livestock industry […] More
Buying good quality feed is a lot cheaper than buying good medicine. The first line of defence against disease is the quality and quantity of feed that the animals are given. Good feed ensures that the animal remains in a good condition and strong enough to combat infections and illness. But what makes a good […] More
Factors in safe water abstraction installations Selecting components based purely on a pressure rating is very dangerous and you could possibly lose your equipment. Carl Hamm considers every variable. Buying the cheapest products is often the most expensive option. Many companies offer cheap products that might end up costing you your borehole. Chris Munnick, CEO […] More
Die boer behoort beskerm te word teen uitbuiting deur markagente. Dit is die siening van die Agricultural Produce Agents Council, of te wel APAC. Francois Knowles, registrateur van APAC, sê dit is belangrik dat boere besef APAC dra hulle belange op die hart. APAC is gestig ingevolge die Landbouprodukagentewet Nr. 12 van 1992. Hierdie wet […] More
Earlier this month I spoke to an executive from an irrigation company. He said: “Farming is easy. You just add water.” This might be an over simplified view of the very dynamic and ever-changing agricultural industry, but there is some merit in the statement. According to research done by the Food and Agriculture Organisation of […] More
Daar is soveel om van te kies deesdae, veral in landboumeganisasie. Boere kan die beste besluit neem om die beste waarde vir hulle geld te kry. Baie maatskappye beweer dat hulle die beste gehalte produk en die beste naverkopediens lewer. Die toets is egter om te sien hoe lank boere by een maatskappy bly. As […] More
Success is attained by people who work together. The English poet, John Donne, once famously said that no man is an island. People need each other in order to survive. It is no different with farmers. Successful farmers did not start out on a commercial scale. Through years of hard work, dedication and gaining expertise, […] More
MERWEVILLE – The drought in South Africa has threatened the livelihood of many farmers. Isuzu, in partnership with non-profit organisation, Farmers Assist South Africa and truck dealer Motus Isuzu Isando, have worked together to reduce the impact of the drought on farmers. To this end the third load of fodder, food and farming essentials have […] More
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