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Production guide for small grains in Africa part 4: Pest and disease management

Birds are the worst nightmare for small grain producers, and can reduce yields significantly. Farmers in some areas have abandoned growing small grains due to losses from birds. Quelea ...

20 Nov 2024 · 10 min read

Addressing the golf cart affordability dilemma

A significant change is on the cards for South African golf courses as one of the largest suppliers of golf carts pivots towards a dynamic new brand of lithium powered carts that has ...

20 Nov 2024 · 5 min read

Consumer food price inflation: October 2024

Quote: Daneel Rossouw, Head of Sales: Agriculture at Nedbank Commercial Banking Headline consumer inflation numbers released today show a slowdown from 3,8% in September 2024 to 2,8% in ...

20 Nov 2024 · 2 min read

Ultranexus: Bringing the world’s best Pulsar thermal optics to you

A monocular in the field makes all the difference. They are portable, enhance your visibility and can help you get a clear view of your surroundings. But not all monoculars are made ...

20 Nov 2024 · 3 min read

The night is yours with the Ultranexus Merger LRF XP35

Seeing is believing, so they say. Well, with Pulsar’s banging binoculars, you will be able to see absolutely anything day or night! The Merger LRF XP35 is Pulsar's answer to making ...

20 Nov 2024 · 3 min read

Business

Workforce Staffing Namibia strengthens operations to support growth in oil & ...

Workforce Staffing Namibia, a leading provider of specialised workforce solutions, is bolstering its operations to address the growing needs of the country's burgeoning oil & gas, ...

12 Nov 2024 · 4 min read

ZA Trucks shares everything you need to know about truck exports

Importing and exporting trucks and trailers can be a bit tricky, and navigating paperwork as well as organising transport can seem a bit daunting. Luckily ZA Trucks and Trailers are here to ...

11 Nov 2024 · 5 min read

FAW Trucks Southern Africa celebrates record JH6 28.500FT sales

FAW Trucks Southern Africa proudly celebrates a significant milestone in the sales of its flagship JH6 28.500FT model this year. This remarkable achievement underscores the model’s ...

8 Nov 2024 · 3 min read

B&B Granite Works: Choose durable countertops to last a lifetime

If you want to renovate your kitchen and are looking for quality countertops visit B&B Granite Works. They can help with long-term quality and stunning Granite, Quartz and the latest ...

31 Oct 2024 · 4 min read

How to choose the perfect tombstone to honour your loved one

Selecting a tombstone for a loved one who has passed away is not an easy thing to do, but it is an important part of honouring your deceased loved one. There are a few factors to ...

31 Oct 2024 · 2 min read

Livestock

The benefits of freeze branding with dry ice: a cool choice with Dry Ice Internati...

When it comes to marking livestock, freeze branding has made a name for itself as a standout choice and Dry Ice International is here to make the process even easier. Let us look at the ...

19 Nov 2024 · 3 min read

Poultry farming 101: Marketing and making money

In this series we looked at how small and backyard poultry farmers can start their own poultry farming business. After covering housing, nutrition and security, you are almost ready to have ...

18 Nov 2024 · 7 min read

Namibia: New abattoir to give beef farmers control

Construction of a new state-of-the-art export abattoir and processing plant is taking shape on the outskirts of Windhoek. This new facility will provide Namibian cattle farmers access to ...

18 Nov 2024 · 4 min read

Gallagher Animal Management iSeries electric fencing: Providing harmony between fa...

South Africa is well-known for its diverse animal kingdom. From the wildlife of the savannas to the livestock that feed our nation, animals play a huge role in our economy. The problem ...

11 Nov 2024 · 3 min read

Freeze branding cattle with Dry Ice International: A quick guide

For farmers looking for a humane, lasting mark on their cattle, freeze branding is a fantastic choice, and Dry Ice International makes it easy. Here is a streamlined guide to creating a ...

8 Nov 2024 · 3 min read

Innovation

Ultranexus: Bringing the world’s best Pulsar thermal optics to you

A monocular in the field makes all the difference. They are portable, enhance your visibility and can help you get a clear view of your surroundings. But not all monoculars are made ...

20 Nov 2024 · 3 min read

The night is yours with the Ultranexus Merger LRF XP35

Seeing is believing, so they say. Well, with Pulsar’s banging binoculars, you will be able to see absolutely anything day or night! The Merger LRF XP35 is Pulsar's answer to making ...

20 Nov 2024 · 3 min read

VIDEO: Rovic Cima sprayers | NAMPO Cape 2024

It is one of the most tried and tested sprayers in South Africa. What makes the sprayer popular is that if you buy the right base, you can actually put any attachment on the back of the ...

20 Nov 2024 · < 1 min read

Understanding virtual water and its role in daily life

Virtual water refers to the amount of water ‘embedded’ in the production of food, goods and services that we use or consume. Often invisible to the consumer, virtual water represents ...

20 Nov 2024 · 2 min read

VIDEO: UD Trucks | NAMPO Cape 2024

This Japanese company offers a range of light duty trucks (Kazet and Kuzer), medium duty trucks (Condor and Croner) to heavy-duty trucks (Quon and Quester). UD Trucks Cape Town also have a ...

19 Nov 2024 · < 1 min read

Mechanisation

Jumanje is ready to rev up your machines

With the holiday season upon us, many businesses gear up for a maintenance marathon, and Jumanje is here to keep engines running! For over 25 years, Jumanje has fuelled the agriculture, ...

20 Nov 2024 · 2 min read

Namibia: New abattoir to give beef farmers control

Construction of a new state-of-the-art export abattoir and processing plant is taking shape on the outskirts of Windhoek. This new facility will provide Namibian cattle farmers access to ...

18 Nov 2024 · 4 min read

Footprint Performance: Make your existing tractor more powerful

Time is money, and Footprint Performance's software can help you save both. This software can boost your tractor or harvester's power by 10% to 30%, all at a cost much lower than buying a ...

18 Nov 2024 · 5 min read

Get the best out of your farm with LPG and Stargas

The use of Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) on farms has become more frequent, mainly because it delivers a versatile, more affordable way of completing tasks that previously used less economic ...

18 Nov 2024 · 5 min read

You can rely on BSI for high quality steel

A world without steel is unthinkable. Steel is used in construction, manufacturing, transportation and energy production, to name but a few. This is why choosing the right steel ...

16 Nov 2024 · 3 min read

Crops

Production guide for small grains in Africa part 4: Pest and disease management

Birds are the worst nightmare for small grain producers, and can reduce yields significantly. Farmers in some areas have abandoned growing small grains due to losses from birds. Quelea ...

20 Nov 2024 · 10 min read

VIDEO: Rovic Cima sprayers | NAMPO Cape 2024

It is one of the most tried and tested sprayers in South Africa. What makes the sprayer popular is that if you buy the right base, you can actually put any attachment on the back of the ...

20 Nov 2024 · < 1 min read

Agri Precision: Taking farming to new heights … literally!

If you are ready to shake up your farming routine, Agri Precision has the tech to make it happen! With drones that swoop, spray, and save you time, Agri Precision takes the hassle out of ...

20 Nov 2024 · 3 min read

From seed to table: All Gold tomato sauce specially made for your enjoyment

Although tomatoes originally come from South America, they became more popular in European households in the 18th century. This is how the fruit found its way to South Africa. South ...

19 Nov 2024 · 6 min read

Syngenta Seedcare celebrates decade of innovation

“There is tremendous pressure to grow more food from less soil and less inputs. Agriculture therefore needs to intensify but it is imperative that this does not occur at the expense of ...

13 Nov 2024 · 6 min read

People

Workforce Staffing Namibia strengthens operations to support growth in oil & ...

Workforce Staffing Namibia, a leading provider of specialised workforce solutions, is bolstering its operations to address the growing needs of the country's burgeoning oil & gas, ...

12 Nov 2024 · 4 min read

VIDEO: 2023 Farmer of the year: Dewald te Water

Earlier this year, the ProagriMedia team had the incredible privilege of visiting the 2023 farmer of the year Dewald te Water, who farms between Bethal and Trichard in Mpumalanga, to gain ...

23 Oct 2024 · 2 min read

Agroforestry 3: Women’s role and rights

Women play an important role in agroforestry and other farming systems, as they make up about 50% of the agricultural labour force. Yet, in many countries on the continent, they have less ...

11 Sep 2024 · 9 min read

African cuisine 1: A fusion of cultures

The rich and diverse culinary traditions of Africa developed over a very long time and many cultures have contributed to the unique character of African dishes. These cultures include not ...

5 Sep 2024 · 7 min read

Meet Rozanne Herion: No task is too big for this iron woman

There is no reason for farmer’s wives and women in agriculture to wait and plead that busy men do work in and around the house. Does the crooked gate bother you? Grab the welding machine. ...

29 Aug 2024 · 7 min read

News & Events

Addressing the golf cart affordability dilemma

A significant change is on the cards for South African golf courses as one of the largest suppliers of golf carts pivots towards a dynamic new brand of lithium powered carts that has ...

20 Nov 2024 · 5 min read

Consumer food price inflation: October 2024

Quote: Daneel Rossouw, Head of Sales: Agriculture at Nedbank Commercial Banking Headline consumer inflation numbers released today show a slowdown from 3,8% in September 2024 to 2,8% in ...

20 Nov 2024 · 2 min read

Ultranexus brings the night to you in HD

Ultranexus can make your outdoor experiences more enjoyable with their Pulsar products. Whether you are looking to hunt that Roland Ward buck or just go sightseeing, with Pulsar you can get ...

19 Nov 2024 · 4 min read

2024 Winners of the Agricultural Writers SA awards

The Agricultural Writers SA (AWSA) proudly hosted the 2024 Agricultural Writers SA Awards at the Old Trafford (Centurion Lake Hotel) in Centurion, celebrating the remarkable individuals ...

18 Nov 2024 · 4 min read

Namibia: New abattoir to give beef farmers control

Construction of a new state-of-the-art export abattoir and processing plant is taking shape on the outskirts of Windhoek. This new facility will provide Namibian cattle farmers access to ...

18 Nov 2024 · 4 min read
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