Secret to Van Loveren’s success: look for solutions, not trouble
South Africa’s wine industry is dwindling. Yet, Van Loveren Vineyards go from strength to strength each year, excelling both in their business offering and their ability to keep generations of...
Green financing: rewarding those who measure
The race to Net Zero has increased the burden of compliance for farmers, as in addition to administrative tasks, carbon footprints need to be tracked and reported. There is however...
Sharpen those blind-tasting buds with these great tips
Winemaker Chris Groenewald led the South African blind-tasting team in the international championships for the second time last year. He shared some blind-tasting tips with Glenneis Kriel.
A buzzing success in apiculture and agriculture
In this first part of a series on successful women farmers in agriculture, Cobus du Plessis speaks to Elizabeth Lamond, a beekeeper in the Marquard region, about her rise in...
Will a biochar and volcanic rock blend reduce fertiliser needs?
Aquagel claims that the use of its micronised volcanic rock and organic biochar combination, called Regenr8, will significantly improve the carbon content of soil and reduce fertiliser requirements.
Irrigation system built in two weeks saves sugar beans planting
Faced with a tight deadline, Sampada-Agri and Agrico collaborated to install an irrigation system for sugar beans in just two weeks. This project showcased innovative problem-solving and effective teamwork, ensuring...
Farmworker’s son now a premium wine producer
In 2019, Paul Siguqa became one of the first black owners of a wine farm in the Franschhoek Valley and established himself as a producer of premium wine. He talked...
Visit Pannar at NAMPO and make them part of your success
Pannar’s journey with you doesn’t end at planting: they want to see you achieve the full profitability and performance potential benefits of their products.
TWK Agri CEO shares turnaround strategy
Chief Financial Officer of the Year finalist Eddie Fivaz has taken TWK Agri from the brink of collapse to expansion and success. He speaks to Lindi Botha about leadership charting...
Agritourism kept farm afloat during drought
While tourism plays an important role in the Namibian economy, agritourism adds considerable value on a farm level in this arid country. Annelie Coleman visited the Mount D’Urban camping site...
Award-winning farmer’s diversification strategy yields success
JJ de Nysschen, the 2023 Agri Limpopo and Toyota Young Farmer of the Year’s passion for agriculture shines through. JJ discusses how he combines innovation and sustainability to drive success...
How ClemenGold manages to stand out in a crowded market
In 2023, mandarin brand ClemenGold celebrated its 20th anniversary, quashing sceptics and proving that fruit branding does provide good returns. Lindi Botha spoke to Nico van Schalkwyk, marketing executive at...
Free access to SIZA’s digital recordkeeping programme
Stay ahead in South Africa's competitive agriculture sector with SIZA's Digital Recordkeeping Programme, ensuring compliance, transparency, and efficiency. Register now for free access!
Tips and trends on the property market
In this article, WH Properties speaks to Janine Ryan about the trends currently being seen on the property market.
Terre Paisible: a harmonious blend of agriculture, sustainability and luxury
Wine connoisseur Cobus du Plessis finds a case study for sustainable agriculture at Terre Paisible, an estate producing fine wines, olive oil and lemons in the fertile Franschhoek Valley.
Brothers find niche with brewery and ecotourism
Having limited access to water in a traditional fruit and vineyard producing region did not stop Adrian Robinson and his brother, Phillip, from realising their farming dream. They spoke to...
Sustaining existing trade partnerships and finding new markets is imperative for South African agriculture
South Africa is in the enviable position of being a net exporter of agriculture products. Aside from the obvious contribution this makes to the country’s gross domestic product and job...
Innovative funding solutions for producers
Agrico has partnered with Nedbank Commercial Banking to offer farmers enhanced financing options for their new centre-pivot irrigation systems.
A new strategy for maize marketing
Markus Monteiro, Bennie Grové and Nicolette Matthews of the Department of Agricultural Economics at the University of the Free State provide an alternative hedging strategy for the South African maize...
SA’s export fruit industry: Why market relationships are key to future success
A paper on the performance of South Africa’s fresh fruit exports has been released by Henley Business School Africa in collaboration with the Gordon Institute of Business Science and Stellenbosch...
