FarmBiz Magazine - January 2020

In this issue

Water resource management in South Africa. Overview of the Polish agricultural industry.
Land reform, Livestock traceability, Unconventional production, Invasive plants and wetlands.

Water Resource Management In South Africa

The global population explosion and subsequent elevated levels of agricultural and industrial production are putting increasing pressure on existing water supplies.

6 mins

Land Reform: A Package Deal?

The consequences of land dispossession due to colonialism and apartheid remains part of South Africa’s socio-political landscape, despite government’s efforts to address it through land reform and redistribution.

7 mins

The Road To National Livestock Identification And Traceability

It is the start of a new year with new opportunities and threats. Some farmers might even be wondering how long the current challenges will last. Others might catch themselves reflecting on opportunities they could not embrace because of the challenges they were facing at the time.

4 mins

Polish Agricultural Sector Grows Amidst Challenges

With its high production potential and rich natural resources, Poland has cemented its place as the largest producer of poultry meat, apples, berries and mushrooms in the European Union (EU).

3 mins

The Correct Way To Manage And Utilise Groundwater

Around fifty years ago, a large-scale effort was made in South Africa to teach people about water conservation.

4 mins

Forgotten Crops Are Back With A Bang!

Forgotten crops, such as ancient grains and many pseudocereals, have been making a comeback due to their high nutritional content. Many of these crops are also ideal alternatives to grains that contain gluten.

4 mins

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FarmBiz is a unique monthly publication serving the agribusiness industry. This one-of-a-kind publication addresses issues that are pertinent to better production, higher profitability, policy issues, trade and much more. Its readership spans the entire agribusiness sector – from top commercial farmers and the agribusinesses who serve them, to government institutions, opinion leaders and agribusiness consultants.