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Farmers Urged to Plan Ahead for Ostrich Season Amid Market and Production Challenges
Ostrich production is expected to rise by 7% in the 2024/25 season, reaching 150,000 birds from…
Securing Maize Yields in Sub-Saharan Africa Amid Climatic Shifts: The Role of Irrigation and Water Harvesting Technologies
For large-scale farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in Zimbabwe, Zambia, and South Africa, the maize growing…
Best Practices for Bean Seeding in Sub-Saharan Africa and Technologies for Optimized Operations for Large-Scale and Small-Medium Scale Farmers
Beans are a staple crop in Sub-Saharan Africa, providing vital protein and income for millions of…
Adeleke: Mechanised Farming, Irrigation & Climate-Resilient Seeds to Boost Productivity
In a bid to address Nigeria’s persistent food security challenges, Adebayo Adeleke, Founder of the Nigeria…
Bright future for citrus farming in Botswana
The Botswanan government is optimistic that citrus volumes from local farms will rise significantly by 2024,…
Japanese aid enabling Zim farmers to grow sesame
The United Nations World Food Programme welcomed a donation of R90 million from the government of…
COP29: Agriculture as a Pillar for Global Food Security and Climate Change Solutions
At COP29, dubbed the "Finance COP," agriculture emerged as a cornerstone in addressing both global food…
How Drip Technology is Revolutionizing Irrigation and Boosting Yields
Drip irrigation technology is transforming agriculture by offering precise and sustainable solutions to water management challenges.…
Sterling Bank’s $33 Million Boost for Women in Agriculture
Sterling Bank has pledged $33 million in low-interest financing to empower women in agriculture, a move…
Eastern Cape launches R80 million cropping programme
The Eastern Cape has officially launched a groundbreaking R80 million cropping program aimed at boosting agricultural…
The Right Products And Advice For Farmers Of Any Size
In today’s diverse agricultural landscape, farmers of all sizes need access to the right products and…
Mpumalanga farm launches water-based solar plant
A farm in Mpumalanga has taken a significant step towards sustainable energy by launching a water-based…
Nematodes seen as a threat to smallholder farmers
Nematodes, microscopic roundworms found in soil, are emerging as a significant threat to smallholder farmers. These…
Herbicide Resistance and Alternative Weed Management
Herbicide resistance begins with the failure of a few herbicides but quickly escalates as reliance on…
Soya Bean Production: A Cornerstone of South Africa’s Agricultural Landscape
Soya bean production has become a vital part of South Africa's agricultural sector, offering significant economic…
Revolutionizing Livestock Feeding with ArmaTrac Horizontal Feed Mixers
In the realm of modern agriculture, the ArmaTrac Horizontal Feed Mixer emerges as a revolutionary tool…
Farmer Field Schools Cultivating Positive Change in Ngoma, Kirehe, and Nyaruguru Districts
Farmers in Ngoma, Kirehe, and Nyaruguru districts are reaping the benefits of Farmer Field Schools (FFS)…