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Agritech Israel 2018
(Bookings are closed) Moving from Agri to Agritech: the South African agro sector is invited to come and learn some of the secrets of making Israel’s desert bloom.
New greening incentives for UK farmers
The UK government is planning to introduce an agricultural policy that prioritises environmental protection and emphasises the links between food, farming and public health.
Agriculture is changing and so must agri economists
It’s not only farmers who have to adapt to the fundamental changes occurring in world agriculture, or go out of business. Agricultural economists also have to adapt. This is the warning from Bongiswa Matoti, president of the Agricultural Economists’ Association of South Africa.
The last harvest – guidelines to retiring
According to Stats SA, only 6% of South Africans can afford to retire comfortably, while retirement planning was highlighted as the biggest financial planning concern amongst commercial farmers in a recent study for Farmbiz by Marketing Surveys and Statistical Analysis.
Calamari and green bean salad
Calamari – squid to our friends in the marine biology sector – is a wonderful addition to one’s seafood repertoire. Easy to cook, a marvel to present and a delight to eat, this calamari salad is a true classic. Try it and achieve star status amongst your cooking competitors.
Black youths must be made aware of agri sector careers
In his BCom Hons research paper, Mlungisi Mama examines why so few black youths are interested in agriculture as a career. His conclusion is that they believe the sector comprises little more than farmers and farmworkers, and are unaware of the job opportunities available in various agricultural disciplines. Rectifying this will demand an education campaign run jointly by several government departments.
Climate change has no benefits
New research overturned the belief that increased CO2 global emissions had short-term benefits on plant growth.
Bergplaas Merino Stud: lessons that keep it in the lead
In 2013, Farmer’s Weekly reported on the Bergplaas Merino Stud in the Eastern Cape. Gavin Isted recently paid the farm another visit in recognition of its 80th anniversary, and to see what progress the award-winning stud has made over the past few years.
Northern Cape wind power project gets underway
Renewable energy consortium, Lekela Power, has announced that commercial operations at its R7 billion wind farms, Loeriesfontein and Khobab Wind Farms, in the Northern Cape have commenced.
Dealing with downer cows
With good preparation, this phenomenon can be prevented in communal areas, says Prof Cheryl McCrindle.
We all want land reform. Let’s make it work!
Meaningful land reform is crucial, not only to allay the farming community’s fears, but to help restore the economy and benefit South Africa’s poor.
Table grape forecast to be adjusted downwards
It is anticipated that there will be further downward adjustments in the forecast for table grape production this season, due to delayed ripening and lower bunch weights reported in the Orange River region, according to the South African Table Grape Industry (SATI).
Youth show growing interest in agriculture
Sixty-four students received the Diploma in Agriculture: Mixed Agriculture from Potchefstroom College of Agriculture at a ceremony held earlier this month.
How Africa can emulate India’s agricultural success
India’s self-sufficiency in grains is no accident. In the 1960s, in response to food shortages, the country began systematically modernising its agricultural sector. This was achieved through government subsidies, research into improved seed, manufacturing of farming equipment, and other interventions. Sub-Saharan Africa can learn many lessons from India’s ‘Green Revolution’.
Groundnuts: a useful rotation crop
In South Africa, groundnuts are grown in the summer rainfall areas under irrigation or dryland conditions. Farmers with limited resources, particularly those in the northern and eastern parts of South Africa grow groundnuts mainly for their own consumption.
Heavenly risotto with smoked mozarella
Risotto, a hearty rice-based dish, is also a delicious accompaniment to meat, fish or poultry. Add it to your repertoire of gourmet dishes.
Community of property or antenuptial? Which option is best
Many of us look forward to the day when the ‘question is popped’ and preparations for the big day begin. However deciding to get married entails far more than planning a beautiful wedding. There are far-reaching decisions that need to be made.
Project Rhino K9 Unit urgently seeks funding
A new K9 unit, established by Project Rhino to tackle wildlife crime in KwaZulu-Natal, needs approximately R1,2 million in funds to continue operating over the course of 2018.
Working to improve market access for black citrus farmers
In 2012, the South African fruit industry launched an initiative to develop a set of environmental and ethical standards in line with international norms. As part of this, a programme was established to assist black citrus farmers to comply with those standards and expand their exports. Alita van der Walt outlines how the programme works, and examines its successes.
Second consecutive quarter of agricultural growth for SA
The expansion in South Africa’s agricultural sector during the third quarter of 2017, the second consecutive quarter of growth, contributed significantly to the 2% growth which the country’s economy showed during the period under review.
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