Healthy soil starts with a penetrometer
What more can we do to conserve and nourish the soil, a precious resource? Carel van Niekerk Jr of Piket Implements shares his advice.
Piket Implements: 90 years of unbroken success as a leading SA agri equipment manufacturer
Top agri machinery manufacturer Piket Implements has been in business for 90 years and is busier than ever. The company, which has released a YouTube video, praises its loyal clients...
Choosing the correct filtration method for your irrigation system
When it comes to protecting your irrigation system, few factors are more important than effective filtration. For this reason, selecting a filtration method based merely on price can prove very...
Delo 400 SLK Caltex lubricant for heavy-duty diesel engines
Astron Energy, a distributor of Caltex-branded lubricants, has announced the launch of a premium heavy-duty diesel engine oil known as the Delo 400 SLK SAE 15W-40 engine oil.
Kärcher’s new high-pressure cleaner: a portable powerhouse for tough dirt
Kärcher newest high-pressure cleaner, the HD 6/15 G Classic packs a punch even for the most toughest dirt, and yet it is simple to use and is portable enough to...
Edible termites: a weapon in the fight against food insecurity?
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 launches new S440 Series combine harvester
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,...
Invest in your future with Hubble Lithium
Hubble Lithium’s battery solutions ensure that farmers can keep their operations running smoothly, despite the increasing threat of higher load-shedding stages.
Finding cherry leaf spot-resistant varieties
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.
Crop spraying: optimise efficiency with the latest technologies
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.
New John Deere 6140B CAB tractor hits Africa Middle East market
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.
Unlocking opportunities for women in SA’s livestock value chains
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.
Eight things to know about Agrico’s PVC piping
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...
Husqvarna: Innovative, durable tools for agriculture
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...
Bobcat expands ground maintenance equipment to EMEA region
Bobcat’s line-up of innovative ground maintenance equipment is now available to customers across the Europe, Middle East and Africa region.
Lessons in regenerative farming from a visiting US expert
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.
New Builders PRO benefits programme for loyal customers
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,...
Zimmatic irrigation systems offer smart solutions for farmers
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...
Moving from fossil fuels to renewable energy
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...
Protecting the jewel in SA’s biodiversity crown
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.























