4 useful phone apps and technology for herd management
The latest herd management apps and associated technology can make a livestock farmer’s life considerably easier. Amongst other features, these digital marvels monitor cow health, reduce paperwork, provide accurate record-keeping,...
Farmers give Kubota high praise
Three commercial farmers tell Joe Spencer why Kubota products check all the right boxes.
Meet the mighty John Deere 8400R!
This new record-breaking John Deere tractor made its first appearance in the UK at the recent Cereals Event at Boothby Graffoe in Lincolnshire.
Big agricultural machines at Nampo 2017
The size of agricultural machines continues to increase, and there were plenty of impressive machines at this year’s show, says Joe Spencer.
Valtra A-series: SIMA Machine of the Year 2017
It is predicted that the new Valtra A4 series will be even more popular than the A3, says Joe Spencer.
Research findings on pollination of Hass avocados
At the 2017 SA Avocado Growers’ Association research symposium, University of Pretoria researcher, Mart-Mari Nieuwenhuizen, presented new findings on the best pollinisers for Hass avocados. She also explored the effectiveness...
New Fendt line-up at Nampo
Four tractors from the high-tech Fendt brand were introduced to the South African market at Nampo. Joe Spencer reports.
Understanding semi – hydroponic systems
Prof Gert Venter explains the benefits and disadvantages of semi-hydroponic structures.
Gator sales surge ahead
John Deere has built a larger Gator factory to cope with the demand for this tough all-terrain vehicle. Joe Spencer reports.
Testing tyres in the wet and dry
A professional tyre test takes place in wet and dry conditions and is measured exactly, says Jake Venter.
The origins of hydroponic farming
While hydroponic farming has been around since the Middle Ages, many developments over the years have made it far more efficient and affordable. Prof Gert Venter explains.
175 years of Case IH
The celebrations have commenced at the brand’s global headquarters in Racine, Wisconsin, US, says Joe Spencer.
Light and its effects on plant growth
The most important variable affecting plant growth is light exposure, and it is therefore important to measure the amount of light your plants receive. Prof Gert Venter explains how this...
How to ruin a car without trying
Common sense will help to ensure years of trouble-free motoring. Lack of it can have disastrous results, says Jake Venter.
Quiet, cost-effective Avant loaders
Avant’s battery-powered loaders are ideal for indoor use where ventilation is limited. They can work at full power without exposing the operators and their co-workers to dangerous exhaust emissions, says...
Sneak video preview of Mercedes-Benz X-class bakkie at Nampo
The Mercedes-Benz X-Class premium bakkie is set to make a dramatic entrance into South Africa later this year, and will offer all the qualities of a classic pick-up – toughness,...
Simple and effective ways to beat the heat and the frost
Prof Gert Venter discusses an affordable, easy-to-implement measure to protect a crop from extreme weather. No fuel or electricity is used, resulting in considerable cost savings.
The powerful McCormick X8 VT Drive
The McCormick X8 VT Drive is the most powerful tractor ever built by this manufacturer. Joe Spencer reports on its launch at LAMMA, the UK’s premier agricultural machinery show.
Case IH is the leading supplier of cane harvesters in Brazil
Mechanisation of sugar cane farming in Brazil has boosted the rural economy and helped meet a growing demand.
The use of seawater greenhouses in hydroponics
Seawater greenhouses may be the answer to the world’s water scarcity problem, says Prof Gert Venter.
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