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The many uses of cattle rails

The Citizen’s Jaco van der Merwe has fond memories of holding onto the cattle rails of his uncle’s bakkie for dear life, with Lovely the collie by his side, on...

Agrico now manufactures PVC pipes larger in diameter

Agrico is set to transform South Africa’s irrigation and water infrastructure by installing an extrusion line capable of producing rigid mPVC and uPVC pipes up to a massive 800mm in...

Renault Duster enters new era without diesel engines

The big news around the all-new Renault Duster’s local introduction was the discontinuation of the venerable diesel engines. The Citizen’s Jaco van der Merwe looks at how the crossover is...

GWM continues its bakkie onslaught with the P300

After the introduction of the new flagship in Great Wall Motor’s bakkie line-up, the P500, the old P-Series moniker, is now being changed to P300. The Citizen’s Charl Bosch explains...

NMI launches Sitrex WR 3100 bale wrapper at Nampo 2025

Over the years, NMI has built a reputation for importing a comprehensive range of high-quality agricultural machinery. At Nampo, they unveiled the first bale wrapper in their offering, named the...

CASE IH’s JX tractor range offers affordable reliability

If you are looking for a small, reliable tractor that does not break the bank, then CASE IH’s JX range might be what you are looking for.
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Elevate your engine performance with Astron Energy

Astron Energy’s Quartech Fuel four-in-one technology is designed to deliver exceptional benefits across the board.

LEMKEN kicks off Nampo 2025 with the launch of new weed harrow

On the first day of Nampo 2025, LEMKEN launched its new weed harrow, Thulit, which, according to the manufacturer, extends farmers’ window for mechanical weed control.
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Isuzu brings 4 x 4 power, reliability and innovation to Nampo 2025

ISUZU Motors South Africa is proud to announce its participation in Nampo 2025, showcasing a powerful lineup that embodies its long-standing heritage in the agriculture sector.

Age catches up with the Nissan Navara

The Navara line-up was increased last year in Nissan’s effort to win back market share. The Citizen’s Mark Jones sampled the top-of-the-range Pro-4X to see how the double cab compares...
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Million-kilometre Hino truck starts new phase with Midlands grocer

With regular servicing and maintenance, this trouble-free Hino 15-258 500 Series truck is set to keep going strong for many more kilometres to come.

How lubricants are classified for performance and application needs

Lubricants are essential for reducing friction, wear, and corrosion between moving parts of machinery and equipment.

Biotech can help make crops more resilient to extreme weather

Plant biotechnology uses tools like genetic modification and bioengineering to enhance crops’ resilience, nutritional value, and sustainability in the face of challenges like climate change. Biosafety South Africa’s Dr Hennie Groenewald...

Addressing water scarcity and other agri issues through innovative irrigation

Smart irrigation helps address the challenges of water scarcity and unpredictable weather, and promotes operational efficiency, writes Eran Ossmy, president of Rivulis’ Micro Irrigation Division.

One of a kind: the Ford Transit Custom Sport

It’s hard to believe there was once a gap in the van segment between plush people movers and cargo carriers, yet the Ford Transit Custom Sport has plugged that gap,...
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Fifty years of Twin Rotor success!

Since 1975, New Holland’s Twin Rotor harvesters have led the market in terms of power efficiency, capacity, and grain and straw quality.

The Toyota Corolla Cross raises the bar

The Corolla Cross is the best-selling SUV in South Africa, but it faces growing competition from the influx of SUVs from China. To make sure it stays ahead of the...

‘Get the combination right to unlock your wheat farm’s full potential’

Using the right combination of machinery and implements can help a wheat farmer improve yields and lower costs. Magda du Toit spoke to André Olwagen, strategic marketing manager and product...
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Five green reasons to switch to an automower

Most homeowners want a lush, well-manicured lawn. Not only does it add to the beauty and aesthetics of your overall garden, but it also creates a wonderful setting for outdoor...

Drought, through the eyes of farmers

Namibia is experiencing its worst drought in 100 years. Annelie Coleman spoke to several farmers in the Mariental district, who shared their experience of the impact of several rainless years.
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