We’re Teaching Farmers the Wrong Things
We know how to calculate fertilizer down to the kilogram. We know exactly when to spray. We know how to push yield. But ask a simple question. What is feeding…
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April 21, 2026
Technology Isn’t Taking Over Farming, It’s Giving Farmers Better Control
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.…
February 24, 2026
What Farmers Should Look Out for in 2026: Key Trends Shaping South African Agriculture
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…
December 9, 2025
THE REAL IMPACT OF AGRICULTURAL ADVISORS: GUIDING FARMERS FROM SOIL TO MARKET
Agricultural advisors /Extension officers play a transformative role in supporting farmers from the soil-testing stage all the way to marketing their produce or livestock. They provide technical guidance, practical demonstrations,…
November 25, 2025
AgriTrends Spring 2025: Key Insights for South African Farmers
I recently came across the Absa AgriTrends Spring 2025 report which, to be honest, I didn’t even know existed until Food for Mzansi promoted it. It’s a detailed publication packed…
October 28, 2025
What Makes an Agribusiness Sustainable in 2025?
In my previous article, we spoke about why sustainable agriculture is no longer just a nice-to-have. The takeaway was that sustainability is not a trend it’s the way forward for…
September 23, 2025
Why Sustainable Agriculture Is No Longer Optional
The word “sustainable” has become a very popular word across industries, and for a good reason. As we face many environmental challenges, the cost of waste and inefficiency is no…
September 2, 2025