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These blogs contain agricultural related information and written by our editor Craig Macaskill as well as guest columnists from time to time.
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Protecting maize yield potential beyond disease control
When climate stress puts additional pressure on maize, is controlling disease enough – or should crop protection also focus on keeping the plant performing for longer?
Progress made on FMD as 23 million vaccine doses imported
“When state policy aligns directly with the practical needs of organised agriculture, we create stability.”
The BRICS countries must push for an ambitious agricultural trade deal
The new BRICS members mean that the grouping’s agricultural market is even broader, holding potential economic benefits for its members.
Egypt market opens opportunities for South African red meat producers
South Africa and Egypt successfully concluded negotiations on the Veterinary Health Certificate (VHC) governing the export of red meat from South Africa to Egypt …
Seed quality is a passport to competitive markets
The quality of grain and oilseeds is important not only to farmers, but to the entire agricultural and agri-processing value chain.
South African wine stars shine at Vergelegen
A record 247 wines received 95 points or more, Atkin’s equivalent of a gold medal.