Preparing Livestock Nutrition Management for the Months Ahead As the rainy season gradually comes to an end, livestock farmers must begin preparing for one of the most challenging periods in animal production,…
A Strategic Approach to Dry Season Livestock Management Strengthening livestock resilience before the dry season is one of the most important priorities in livestock farming in South Africa. As March…
Whenever new technology enters the agricultural space, one fear shows up almost immediately:“Will this replace farmers?” It’s a question I hear often...in fields, training sessions, workshops, and even casual conversations.…
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…
As agriculture evolves, a common misconception keeps resurfacing: that drones and traditional machinery are somehow competing for the same role on the farm. After speaking with farmers across South Africa,…
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…
Learn about Foot-and-Mouth Disease in South Africa, its impact on livestock, KZN outbreaks, and the 2025 Karan Beef & Albert Falls feedlots. South Africa’s Foot-and-Mouth Disease Crisis: What You Need…
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…
As 2026 approaches, South Africa’s agricultural sector continues to evolve under the influence of climate change, technology, shifting market demands, and new regulations. Farmers, both small-scale and commercial, need to…
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.…