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The nitrogen replacement value of soya bean
Maize following this leguminous crop usually shows no nitrogen deficiency symptoms.
Last day to apply to attend Youth Ag Summit in Brazil
Stand a chance to be one of 100 young agricultural enthusiasts from around the world to attend the 2019 Youth Ag Summit to be held in Brasília, Brazil from 4 to 6 November this year.
Time for Africa to treat agriculture as a business
Rural economies in Africa have become zones of economic misery. According to Dr Akinwumi Adesina, president of the African Development Bank, stimulating economic growth in these areas through agriculture and the food industry should be at the top of the development agenda.
TWK milling pays R1,8 million penalty in collusion case
TWK Milling has agreed to pay an administrative penalty of over R1,8 million after a Competition Tribunal found that TWK Milling had colluded with others to fix prices of milled wheat products, according to a statement by the Competition Commission.
New Year’s messages from agri leaders
The agriculture sector survived a year of rising uncertainty in 2018, but with the national election and the threat of drought looming, 2019 will be every bit as challenging. According to leaders in the sector, farmers will have to be resilient and partner with the right role players to face the trials that await.
It’s time for smallholder farmers to enter value chains
The expropriation without compensation debate has been making national headlines since last year, with many proponents arguing that it would economically empower the poor. However, Zamikhaya Maseti, a senior specialist for public and sector policy at the Land Bank, says that no land reform policy can be successful if new black farmers do not have adequate access to markets.
Food-to-go: Retailers tuck into a growing trend
The report, ‘Business models to ride the food-to-go wave,’ released by Rabobank, explores the growing trend of precooked and ready-to-eat meals, and how retailers and foodservice providers can work together to benefit from this movement.
Here’s why you should attend the Agribusiness Africa Conference
Join us on 10 July 2019 for the 13th Annual Agribusiness Africa Conference.
Ending non-tariff barriers could unlock Africa’s riches
The Continental Free Trade Agreement, which South Africa has signed, is key to increasing trade revenues, job creation and economic integration on the continent, writes Sifiso Ntombela, head of trade and investment intelligence at Agbiz.
Applications are open for the Youth Ag Summit 2019
Organised by Bayer, the Youth Ag Summit is a unique opportunity to connect and empower the next generation of agricultural change-makers.
SA agribusiness confidence hits nine-year low
South Africa’s agribusiness confidence score for the fourth quarter has reached its lowest level since 2009 at 42 index points, according to the latest quarterly Agbiz/IDC Agribusiness Confidence Index (ACI) report released earlier today.
Use them or lose them: Why hunting is key to conservation
South Africa is world-renowned for its biodiversity conservation and resultant variety of wildlife. However, public opinion is often divided on the subject of wildlife utilisation. Dr George Hughes, former chief director of the Natal Parks Board and CEO of its successor, Ezemvelo KwaZulu-Natal Wildlife before retiring in 2001, explains why sustainable wildlife utilisation is essential for biodiversity conservation.
What you need to know about better cow management
Rest and nutrition are both key to ensuring conception, good health and maximum profit.
Sharp fall in Omnia’s half-year profits due to ’seasonality’
Diversified chemicals company, Omnia, has stated that the 75% drop in its operating profit for the half-year ended 30 September 2018, was largely attributable to the seasonal nature of its agriculture division’s revenue cycle, coupled with the volatility of the rand against the US dollar.
For the love of Mohair
In an industry with a history of sustainability and ethics, one thing stands out more than anything else: love.
Succession: are you and your farming business ready?
Succession planning of the family farm is often taken for granted as the transition to the next generation is assumed to be an uncomplicated process. Little or no thought is given to planning and grooming of a successor.
Water rights: what to do when expanding an operation
Adding to a farming operation or agribusiness is not simply a matter of obtaining more land. James Brand, senior associate in environmental affairs at law firm ENSafrica, discusses the legalities involved in securing water rights on additional land, and environmental authorisation for clearing indigenous vegetation.
Dealing with anthracnose
This fungal disease can wipe out a dry bean crop. Here’s how to prevent, and treat, this problem.
Creating sustainable growth through agriculture
You Reap What You Sow is a successful agricultural co-operative located in the Mohlakeng township, west of Johannesburg. Launched in 2011, the initiative is 90% black-women owned and employs 12 people and creates a further 36 job opportunities through learnerships as well as seasonal and casual employment.
Prepare to sell much more fruit and veg online
The marketplace for fresh fruit and vegetables is becoming increasingly globalised and interconnected. This affects the way that fresh produce is transported from its origin to its destination. The Fruit Logistica Trend Report 2018 looks at ways in which the supply chain must evolve to meet these challenges. Walton Golightly summarises the report’s findings.
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