From corporate executive to successful farmer
Morapedi Mutloane left his job in the corporate world in 2012 to get back into agriculture.
Market agencies need to be BBBEE compliant
Saying “I told you so” is not always the right way to go about winning friends and influencing people. However, in the case of market agents, the rebuke is justified.
Dealing with spotted wilt
Spotted wilt can be devastating in a land of peppers, but need not be if the correct strategies are adopted.
Happy birthday Joburg Market
When you drive into the Joburg Market nowadays, you’re greeted by an enormous banner proclaiming ‘120 Years of Freshness’.
Preventing bacterial spot in capsicums
Bacterial spot is easily prevented in capsicums, but once in the land it is extremely difficult to stop.
Reducing the risk of P. capsici
Capsicums are subject to pathogenic fungi, bacterial diseases and viruses.
Is your customer king?
It’s said that businesses most likely to survive a recession are those that genuinely believe the ‘customer is king’.
Innovation drives top young table grape farmer
Western Cape Young Farmer of the Year 2014, Jaco du Toit, is never happy sticking with the status quo. His practical research approach to farming has resulted in innovations in...
Preventing powdery mildew in peppers
One of the most difficult diseases to control in capsicums is powdery mildew.
Managing early fruit set in peppers
Peppers are relatively easy to grow when conditions are suitable. If not, taking the necessary precautions will avoid some problems.
Earthworms boost organic exports
The Rethabiseng Food Garden Project’s new flow-through vermicasting operation not only complements the organic production of vegetables and herbs, but is helping to combat climate change.
Food security?
We often hear commentators offering sage counsel on how to market fresh produce successfully in a country as diverse as ours.
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