Women in Agriculture: From the Fields to the Future
When we think about agriculture, the image that often comes to mind is a farmer standing in a field, watching over a crop or checking livestock. For generations, that farmer…
When we think about agriculture, the image that often comes to mind is a farmer standing in a field, watching over a crop or checking livestock. For generations, that farmer…
Walking into a room where everyone seems older, more experienced, and more accomplished can be intimidating. This is especially true in agriculture, an industry built on generations of knowledge, tradition,…
When people talk about the future of agriculture, they often focus on technology, innovation, and sustainability. But the future of farming is also about people, particularly the young men and…
Graduating is a proud moment. You’ve worked hard, committed years to your studies, and earned your qualification. But once the celebrations are over, reality sets in quickly. The transition from…
What if the problem you’re trying to fix is only happening in one part of your field, but you still spray the entire block? For decades, broad‑acre spraying has been…
When I talk about food price trends in South Africa 2026, I am not speaking from statistics alone, I am speaking from lived reality. I see it in grocery stores,…
South African agriculture has stepped into 2026 at a turning point. Encouraging harvests, renewed farmer confidence and expanding export markets are bringing fresh energy to the sector. At the same…
You spent years grinding, studying hard for your Agricultural Degree, Honours, or Master’s. You sacrificed time, energy, and money. You dreamed of making a difference in agriculture, maybe as an…
South Africa is a paradox. Our fields are full of maize, cabbages, citrus, and a variety of other crops, yet millions of households struggle to put food on the table.…
Over the past few years, agricultural drones have taken South Africa by storm , transforming how farmers manage crops, apply inputs, and gather field data.What many people don’t realise is…