Smallholder co-operatives combatting food waste
SA’s fresh produce waste crisis can be addressed through smallholder co-operatives, says Dr Justy Range, business development manager, Freshmark Systems
Tractors from India
Two leading tractor manufacturers in India are expanding their operations., Joe Spencer reports.
Make the most of real-time machine and field data
Seamless connectivity between machine and operator is at the heart of John Deere’s latest FarmSight precision farming solutions. Joe Spencer reports.
Farming in the age of technology
Technology and education are improving the lives of even small-scale growers, says Dr Justy Range, business development manager, Freshmark Systems.
Affordable abattoir equipment for small-scale poultry producers
With a Rotamaster, a small-scale poultry producer can slaughter birds every day if required, and so boost profits.
Myth conceptions about travelling on a dirt road
Travelling on a dirt road can be a bumpy and, more often than not, dirty experience. But as much as these roads can be frustrating to drive on, they can...
Affordable tests to optimise feed conversion
With the cost of feed continually rising, more and more SA beef producers have taken advantage of the growth tests offered by the Agricultural Research Council’s bull testing centres. ARC...
New from Desmond Equipment
Local manufacturer, Desmond Equipment, based in Port Shepstone, KZN, recently added two new machines to its Dezzi range. In the meantime, demand for its haulage tractors continues unabated.
Affordable solar geysers for farm workers
With 40% to 60% of all household energy-use spent on water heating, conventional geysers are unaffordable for many South Africans.
Finding the right implement to match your tractor
Looking for implements for a smaller tractor? Joe Spencer discusses a number of options.
Harvesters, sprayers, planters at Vegetable Farmers Day
Exhibitors at the National Vegetable Farmers’ Day near Bapsfontein, Ekurhuleni, displayed harvesters, sprayers and planters.
No-till and min-till operations at Vegetable Farmers Day
Jose Rebelo, of the Rebelo Agricultural Machinery Group, and his team, followed up last year’s successful Vegetable Farmers’ Day with another stimulating event. Joe Spencer was there.
Virtual Irrigation Academy: teaching water management online
A website and visualised data make up the Virtual Irrigation Academy, which teaches farmers to develop effective irrigation infrastructure through soil monitoring. Siyanda Sishuba reports.
A right royal display of farming equipment
The Royal Agricultural Society is well-known amongst local farmers for hosting one of the most comprehensive agricultural shows in SA. The 2017 Royal Show was no different, writes Joe Spencer.
JMC Boarding: Road test and impression
Looking for an affordable, capable, yet comfortable bakkie without unnecessary frills? JMC’s Boarding Euro IV could well be it, says Chris Nel.
Small tractors at the Royal Show
Two manufacturers displayed budget-priced tractors at the Pietermaritzburg Royal Show.
Magnetic field tech in new spraying system decreases costs
Reducing spray drift while ensuring effective leaf coverage is a challenge for crop farmers.
Case IH exhibits its best
Kyalami was recently the venue for a grand Case IH birthday event, with the launch of several new tractors and a combine harvester, as well as an imposing product line-up.
Using bats and birds to control macadamia crop pests
Biological pest control could speed up the farm-to-fork process and save the macadamia industry millions of rands, according to the initial results of an ongoing research project. The researchers have...
Vermeer comes to Africa
This US company introduced a wide range of its products at this year's Nampo Expo in Bothaville in the Free State.
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