Entrepreneur turns traditional ginger beer into thriving business
Meet Mpho Mohaswa, an inspiring entrepreneur who transitioned from a successful corporate career in the oil and gas industry to the world of agro-processing. She has turned a cherished South...
Achieve soil health with Kynoch’s fertilisers
Humans are dependent on the soil to produce food and fibre for themselves, feed for livestock, and, of late, contributing to the energy supply with crops grown primarily for biofuels.
Land ownership no obstacle for this olive oil and wine producer
Mac Mabidilala is proof that you don’t need to own land to start in agriculture. He shares how he turned his dreams into reality by producing premium wines and olive...
Mastering the complexities of medical cannabis production
The production of medical cannabis calls for extreme attention to detail and precision, as well as compliance with intricate legislative requirements and official demands. It also calls for perseverance, as...
How to become a fresh produce powerhouse – lessons from Spain
The Almería region in Spain is proof of what can be achieved when the whole agriculture sector stands united to work towards a mutually beneficial goal. Returning from a recent...
New technology that makes smart farming easy
Agricultural technology is advancing at a rapid pace. With a host of applications on the market, farmers are spoilt for choice in reducing their workload and optimising systems. Lindi Botha...
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You may be enjoying the serene life on your farm, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Or you could be on holiday, enjoying your well-earned rest. Regardless...
Cut-flower production has potential to be a blooming success
A rose by any other name may smell as sweet but Brian Berkman learns there is a lot more to cut-flower farming than initially thought and the variety planted makes...
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...
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