Imports threaten sugar production in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe Sugar Sales (ZSS) general manager Tracey Mutaviri recently painted a bleak picture of local sugar sales in a report to the members of the ZSS board.
Can technology help curtail large harvest losses in India?
Farmers in India experience great difficulty delivering the produce they harvest to markets in good condition. According to recent figures released by the Indian government, between 6% and 15% of...
Latest crop estimates remain positive
The latest forecast by the Crop Estimate Committee (CEC) continues to point in a positive direction for summer and winter crop outputs in South Africa, despite threats levelled by the...
SAPA addresses Bird Flu outbreaks, eggs & chicken meat shortages
Izaak Breitenbach, general manager of the South African Poultry Association (SAPA), provides insights into the current Avian Influenza crisis impacting the poultry industry. He also addresses concerns related to egg...
Forklift innovation for the future
Combilift, a leader in forklift innovation, celebrated its 25th anniversary recently in Monaghan, Ireland. The company flew in 200 journalists from across the world to visit its headquarters.
Hard work and excellence recognised at agri awards
The Agricultural Writers SA North named its regional candidates on 29 September during its awards evening, held in Pretoria.
Stockman School keeps on making a valuable contribution
The Livestock Registering Federation’s (LRF) annual Stockman School had over the past 15 years added immeasurable value to beef cattle production in Southern Africa, according to Johan Styger, LRF vice-chairman.
Attempt to achieve Guinness World Records’ longest braai
Gielie Basson, restauranteur from Calitzdorp in the Klein Karoo, tried to better the Guinness World Records’ record for non-stop braaiing, and spent 84 hours behind a grill over the Heritage...
Mexico-US GM maize stand-off heads for mediation
The US is seeking an intermediary to resolve a dispute with Mexico, after the latter country banned imports of genetically modified (GM) maize for human consumption from the US.
Boer goat buck sold for a record price on auction
A Boer Goat sire, Komatsu (762210143), bred and sold by the Lucas Burger Boer Goat Stud in Griekwastad, recently achieved the highest price ever recorded for a Boer goat sold...
Namibia suspends poultry imports from SA amidst bird flu outbreaks
Namibia has taken the precautionary step of suspending poultry imports from South Africa following the outbreak of the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI).
World Rabies Day prioritises prevention of the disease
World Rabies Day is celebrated on 28 September, dedicated to raising awareness about this deadly disease and highlighting rabies prevention.
