What South Africa can learn from the 2023 Avian Influenza outbreaks
Critical issues highlighted over the course of the conversation at a poultry webinar
Syngenta showcases the food value chain
South Africa and Africa’s future depends on food security and safety, and what better way to bring the message home than by showcasing the outcome of farm-to-plate food production at the country’s biggest agriculture show. This was the thinking behind the Syngenta Boerekos Plaaskombuis at NAMPO 2024. Christian Giesel, Head of Marketing for Syngenta South […]
Digitising water services can gain back millions for municipalities
Having successfully run municipalities is important to agriculture
Diesel vs Electric – Which is better for pump systems?
Diesel is often the preferred energy for pump systems, particularly temporary sites. But electrical pumps can be a superior alternative.
Political Parties, elections and agriculture
Like 65 other countries South Africa will have general elections this year. 52 political parties are competing for the national vote. How is an electorate being stretched economically (Neethling, 2024) likely to vote? And of particular interest to us, how does agriculture feature in the bouquet of choices on offer? One challenge in a democracy […]
Promising SA-first solution to convert paper sludge, food and textile waste into bioethanol
Press release A pioneering solution has been developed to convert cellulose fibre-rich waste from pulp and paper mill operations into ethanol using a specialised fermentation process. Ethanol is a versatile starting material that finds diverse application in the production of industrial chemicals, bio-based plastics and sustainable aviation fuel. The solution was announced on Wednesday (24 […]
South Africa’s table grape exports increased by 17% in 2023/24 season
“… [A] season of missed opportunities due to logistical challenges, but at the same time most producers feel it was an acceptable season overall”
The strange case of the shortage that wasn’t
The big mystery about South Africa’s rebates on chicken imports is why they were approved when they weren’t needed.
El Niño disasters: governments know what’s coming, but are unprepared – what must change
With little to no preparation for drought disasters, such as the failure of the staple maize crop, the only option after the disaster hits is delayed relief action.
Climate models indicate El Niño is near its end
There are signs of a promising shift in weather patterns that could alleviate the drought conditions gripping many regions.