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Africa needs to take advantage of these technologies

In this article, we look at irrigation technologies that can help improve African farmers' crop yields and profits. prikkel extended

The impressive GWM P-Series LTD

It is remarkable how the motoring industry, much like the agriculture sector, goes up and down. The technological advancements recently introduced in multiple vehicles across various price brackets demonstrate how affordable technology has become.

A 'flop' that turned into a winning wine

If you are looking for a dessert wine or something different to pair with a cheese board or oysters, try Delheim Estate’s Noble Late Harvest, Edelspatz Riesling.

Global warming and heat stress in horses

The maximum daily temperatures are climbing globally, and stable management approaches may have to be changed

Getting your soil ready for carrot planting

Carrots have a deep root system and this needs to be taken into account when preparing the soil for this crop

Counting the cost of the highly pathogenic avian flu outbreak on country

Zimbini Mdlulwa, director of Agricultural Economic Services at the North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, looks at the socio-economic impact of the bird flu outbreak sweeping the poultry industry across the country.

Keep the pest police on call

Bats and owls have a significant contribution to make to controlling pests on farms. Provide them with adequate housing, and these insect and rodent eaters will offer a cost-effective, consistent pest-control service. Lindi Botha looks at best practices for building and erecting owl and bat boxes.

Ensuring the survival of landrace cannabis genetics

In the bustling landscape of the cannabis industry, a silent movement is underway, one that seeks to protect the past amid the relentless wave of innovation, says.

Do we need generic advertising?

In South Africa, the major generic adverting programmes are run with very low budgets and the benefits probably exceed the cost of these campaigns, says.

Support for African women in agriculture

African women in agriculture have can take their agribusiness to the next level with investment opportunities from the LadyAgri Impact Investment Hub.

AfriForum presents memorandum to president

Civil rights group AfriForum handed a memorandum to President Cyril Ramaphosa recently as part of their efforts to address and arrest the spate of farm murders in the country.

Cape beekeepers excel in UK honey competition

A 23-year-old beekeeper from St Helena Bay on the West Coast, Dawid Rooifontein, is taking the honey industry by storm after winning one of the international categories in the UK’s National Honey Show.

Farmers showcased at market day

Rising farmers from 40 community food gardens across South Africa were given the opportunity to sell their fresh, organically grown produce to the public through the Shoprite and Checkers’ Market Day recently.

Salmon farming could halt in Tasmania to protect rare fish species

The salmon farming industry could be completely halted in Tasmania due to the decline of the Maugean skate, said the Australian federal environment ministry.

SA Canegrowers says sugar tax will kill jobs and put livelihoods at risk

SA Canegrowers says the tax increase was decided on without any consultation with the sugar industry and other affected stakeholders

The huge cost of weeds

Losses due to weeds in lands and weed seeds in commercial grains in South Africa in 1985 were estimated at R1 billion a year [R11,5 billion today], according to Dr WP Grobbelaar, [then] chief director of agronomy of the [then] Department of Agriculture and Water Supply.

Huge vulture relocation project gets the green light

The largest relocation of vultures ever undertaken reached a critical milestone when approval was granted to move a first tranche of 155 birds to a new home in the Eastern Cape.

Breaking down the Mid-Term Budget

South Africa's Medium-Term Budget reflects difficult and contested decisions, says Seán Mfundza Muller, a senior research fellow at the Johannesburg Institute for Advanced Study at the University of Johannesburg.

Forerunner of the US cattle industry

Originally brought to Mexico by the Spanish Conquistadors and caught up in the settlement of the US, the Texas Longhorn cattle breed made a distinct mark on the land

Remote, rugged and unforgettable

A fly-in safari experience transports guests into one of the last great remaining wilderness areas

Suzuki Jimny 5-door review: Part 1

CAR editor Damian Adams drove the Suzuki Jimny 5-door from Durban to the inaugural Suzuki Jimny Gathering in Clarens.

Before going into carrot production, read this

Carrrot farming has changed considerably over the past 30 years, making it difficult for new entrants to get into the market

Why location is important

A number of important aspects need to be considered before beginning production, starting with the site of the production unit.

Give cashmere a go

Cashmere is one of the finest fibres in the world and is much warmer than wool. Products made from this fibre are in great demand, especially in Western countries.

The right cover helps you take control

Insurability within the grain storage sector is essential but can be complicated, the delegates at Agbiz Grain's recent Grain and Oilseeds Value Chain Symposium told Magda du Toit.

White Savanna goats add meat to beef enterprise

Desmond Siteti, the Agricultural Research Council's Eastern Cape emerging beef farmer for 2021, believes that his flock of white Savanna goats is the perfect complement to his beef operation near Makhanda in the Eastern Cape.

Prevent criminals from stealing your animals

Stock theft has a serious economic impact on farmers all over South Africa. In this article, we look at ways in which farmers can thwart incidences of stock theft.

Forklift innovation for the future

Combilift recently invited more than 200 journalists from across the globe to visit their warehouse and celebrate their 25th anniversary in Monaghan, Ireland.

The future of the Karoo

Roelof Bezuidenhout spoke to Prof William Beinart about his fascinating book, The Rise of Conservation in South Africa, Settlers, Livestock, and the Environment 1770-1950, and the current state of the Karoo.

Happy anniversary, Fruit South Africa!

As this industry body celebrates a decade in service, it must indeed pride itself on the gains it has achieved in promoting fruit sales in South Africa and abroad