Technology

Edible insects can help feed the populations of developing countries, says Ntokozo Blessing Zitha, an agricultural economist involved with the Agricultural Research’s Council Professional Development Programme.

John Deere has announced the launch in the Africa, Middle East market of its newest combine harvester, the S440 Series, which packs an array of innovative technology to boost productivity, efficiency and profitability.

Hubble Lithium’s battery solutions ensure that farmers can keep their operations running smoothly, despite the increasing threat of higher load-shedding stages.

A study was recently conducted in China to identify the resistance levels of cherry cultivars in that country, and offers useful information for farmers in all cherry-growing regions.

Looking for ways to save money and improve the efficacy of spray applications on field crops? Syngenta’s Jack Pickering offers some practical advice for farmers.

The new 6140B CAB tractor comes, with its fuel-efficient six-cylinder turbocharged Tier III engine and proven pedigree, is the ideal tractor for a range of farming operations.

Noluthando Ngcobo and Mamakie Lungwana, intern agricultural economists at the Agricultural Research Council, explore the challenges that women face in the South African livestock value chain.

Agrico has been providing rugged farm implements and irrigation solutions for more than 117 years, and today offers a wider range than ever, including superior centre pivot and smart irrigation systems.

Husqvarna supplies a range of products for light agriculture use to improve productivity and maximise yield. Husqvarna, a Swedish company with a history spanning more than 330 years, is dedicated to providing professionals in the forestry, park, and garden industries with innovative and reliable products.

Bobcat’s line-up of innovative ground maintenance equipment is now available to customers across the Europe, Middle East and Africa region.

US farmer and author Joel Salatin was invited by the Permaculture Institute for Southern Africa to visit South Africa and share some of his conservation farming knowledge with local farmers.

With South Africans feeling the pinch of the rising cost of living, loyal customers of Builders stand to receive some relief with the launch of the Builders Pro benefits programme, which seeks to reward those customers who make Builders their home improvement and building supplies destination of choice.

Zimmatic centre pivots are proving to be a vital factor in driving the success of farms as a decent irrigation system should provide the farmer with ease of use and the ability to leverage technology to boost yields and manage water more efficiently.

Simone Bruckner, managing director of resistor manufacturer Cressall, explains the steps that need to be taken to help farmers around the world make a shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy.

Jan Coetzee, land programme manager at the World Wide Fund for Nature South Africa, explains how one man’s vision changed the trajectory of conservation in the Succulent Karoo.

With fuel contributing heavily to a farmer’s input costs, every fuel price hike has a negative impact on the bottom line. Godfried Heydenrych, managing director of Argo South Africa, spoke to Magda du Toit about what a producer can do to mitigate the effects of rising fuel costs.

Zikhona Buyeye, a junior researcher at the Agricultural Research Council’s Natural Resources and Engineering Division, explores the importance of vertical farming structures for small-scale vegetable production.

Despite being a major producer of coffee in the early 2000s, Côte d’Ivoire’s coffee production has declined significantly. However, cocoa production is still massively on the rise, cementing the country’s place as the world’s top producer.

In the Wild Coast region, where very poor roads and rough conditions are the norm, Isuzu trucks are valued for their ruggedness and reliability.

South Africa has strict legislation governing the licensing, purchase and use of a firearm. Magda du Toit explores the rules and official processes that regulate gun ownership, and speaks to experts in the field.