The Importance of Pivot Sprinkler Systems for Irrigation Efficiency
When it comes to centre pivot irrigation, few factors are as critical as the sprinkler package. While the pivot’s structure provides the backbone, it’s the...
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Growth of South Africa’s Meat Industry at Risk Without Stronger Biosecurity
South Africa’s livestock sector faces both opportunities and risks, with growth potential hinging on the country’s ability to contain animal disease outbreaks. According to the...
Gene Editing Tech Crucial for Grain Farmers’ Survival in Next Decade
Falling grain prices and rising input costs will squeeze farmers’ profit margins over the next decade, leaving technology adoption as the only sustainable path to...
Smart from the Start: Raven Leads the Future of Precision Farming
Precision farming is advancing at a rapid pace — and Raven Industries is at the forefront of this transformation. At this year’s Nampo agricultural show...
Reviving Indigenous Crops to Boost Farmer Livelihoods and Nutrition in South Africa
For Siphiwe Sithole, founder of African Marmalade, food is more than sustenance—it’s heritage. Since 2015, she has worked to reconnect South Africans with indigenous crops,...
Hubbard Receives Grant to Support Dual-Purpose Poultry Initiatives in Ghana and Mozambique
Hubbard, a global leader in poultry genetics, has partnered with local agribusinesses WAFAD Group in Ghana and Maëva Group in Mozambique to launch an ambitious...
From Plague to Profit: How African Farmers Are Turning Locust Swarms Into Protein Gold
For centuries, locust swarms have been the stuff of nightmares for African farmers — capable of stripping fields bare in hours. But now, a growing...
Country-led, People-powered” Strategy Catalyzes Climate Resilience, Productivity, and Inclusive Growth Across 12 Focus Countries
The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) has released its 2024 Annual Report, showcasing how aligning investments with national priorities is fueling systemic...
Pork Industry Urged to Take Animal Welfare Concerns Seriously
Consumer expectations around animal welfare are no longer optional—they’re a critical factor shaping the future of the pork industry, according to leading veterinarians at the...
Agriculture Drives South Africa’s Economy Amid Disease Challenges and Slow Recovery
South Africa’s agriculture sector emerged as the strongest performer in Q1 2025, posting a 15.8% growth—the highest of any economic sector—despite ongoing challenges from foot-and-mouth...