Southern African weather conditions likely to improve
The largest part of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region could expect normal to above-normal rainfall between October and December 2024, according to a recent statement by the 29th...
Stronger trade relations forged between South Africa and China
South Africa and China have taken their “ever-growing” friendship to the next level to consolidate mutual trust, expand co-operation and enhance coordination between the two countries.
Get ready for ‘bigger and better’ Nampo Cape
This year, the Overberg in the Western Cape will be celebrating the fifth instalment of Nampo Cape (NPC) and the 30th anniversary of Mechanisation Day. This year’s NPC, taking place...
Farming tops list as most dangerous job in UK
Farming is the most dangerous profession in the UK, according to figures released by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) on 26 August to coincide with Farm Safety Week.
Dr Faffa Malan publishes animal health book
An updated edition of Vaccines and Immunisation of Farm Animals, written by veterinarians Dr Jan du Preez and Dr Faffa Malan, was recently launched at a event at the offices...
Valeska van Schoor wins Gauteng Young Farmer of the Year Award
The Obaro headquarters in Silver Lakes, Pretoria, hosted Agri Gauteng’s prestigious Young Farmer of the Year award ceremony on Wednesday. Valeska van Schoor, a vegetable farmer, emerged victorious, earning the...
Pass the slap chips – there’s no potato shortage
Consumers have been urged not to panic over exaggerated reports of potato shortages. Potatoes SA has noted that while supply is currently lower than normal, there will be sufficient volumes...
Eastern Cape’s agricultural potential sparks industry optimism
Industry leaders and government officials recently came together at the Eastern Cape Export Symposium to discuss the challenges and opportunities that could shape the future of agricultural exports.
Nematodes seen as a threat to smallholder farmers
More work is needed to make smallholder farmers aware of the damaging impact of plant parasitic nematodes on crops, and to equip these farmers with control strategies tailored to their...
Minister Banda calls for climate action
Speaking at the recent annual Kulumba Traditional Ceremony of the Chewa people of Malawi, Mozambique and Zambia, held in Zambia, Malawian Minister of Local Government, Unity and Culture, Richard Chimwendo...
Senepol bull sold for a record price of R165 000
A Senepol bull, bred by Blackpool Senepol Stud in Cathcart, Eastern Cape, was sold for a South African record price of R165 000 for the breed.
Mpumalanga farm builds water-based solar plant
Radley Landgoed, a 1 900ha family-owned farm near Malelane in Mpumalanga, has constructed a large-scale water-based solar plant, marking a significant innovation in the agricultural sector's approach to renewable energy.
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