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This year’s Windaba conference will bring together industry leaders with the goal of exploring sustainable energy solutions and forging partnerships for a low-carbon future.

David Burton, sector director for African agriculture in the UK Department of Business and Trade, says the UK offers sovereign debt finance options to South African farming projects that invest in British technology.

Focus areas, goals and projects are in place to transform the red meat industry from a marginal surplus producer to a sustainable and competitive sector, writes Koos du Pisanie.

Hard skills are the bedrock of successful business, but soft skills are what create winning teams, motivate people and build profitable businesses. How well are you doing with them?

Efficiency and productivity are key to successful livestock farming, and having the right equipment is essential. John Deere loaders, including the 520M, 540M and H310 models, are specifically designed to meet the demands of livestock farms.

Gluten-free sorghum contains protein, dietary fibre, and B vitamins like niacin and riboflavin, as well as calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and potassium. It’s also a good alternative to planting maize, writes Magda du Toit.

Elliot Tractor Works, a repair and maintenance centre for all makes of tractors, was launched in 2004 on the outskirts of Elliot in the Eastern Cape by Craig Davidson and his father, Francis. Two decades later it has diversified to include a sales and manufacturing division despite numerous challenges.

Micromanagement is seriously detrimental to any company, manager and employee. Beware of it creeping into your management style, says Peter Hughes.

Climatic changes triggered by global warming are becoming more extreme every season. Coupled with our own internal challenges of negligence, illegal rubbish-dumping, and burning, this winter is shaping up to be a somewhat fearful prospect.

Agrico’s advanced new disc provides an exceptional soil preparation experience. It offers swift field preparation, resulting in larger coverage and reduced costs.

PJ Veldhuizen, managing director of specialist commercial law firm Gillan & Veldhuizen Inc, emphasises the critical role of legal expertise in unravelling the ins and outs of estate planning.

Understand the role of humour in your success because even in the most difficult of times, a smile or a laugh goes a long way toward making everyone feel better.

Investing in agricultural equipment like a John Deere tractor can be a significant decision for any farmer or landowner. It's not just about finding the right model for your needs; it's also about ensuring that the investment aligns with your financial capabilities.

Nachos: do they even need an introduction? Surely everyone has eaten nachos at some point? Today, we share a recipe of this timeless and immensely popular snack.

Willie Clack, senior lecturer in criminal justice at Unisa, and a farmer in North West, analyses statistics from the South African Police Service over the past 30 years to determine the trend in stock theft.

Many of us believe that government is tardy on delivering title deeds to applicants, but a quick Internet search will dispel this idea.

In 2023, Delo announced significant changes to the Chevron Delo line of heavy-duty engine oil products to focus on ‘synblend’ oils.

The analogies between a good farmer and a good manager abound! Farmers have no excuse for bad management at any level.

Nampo Harvest Day is around the corner. This massive agricultural show takes place from 14 to 17 May just outside Bothaville in the Free State.

As load-shedding causes widespread power outages in South Africa, generators have become a popular choice for maintaining power continuity.