Better warning systems for natural disasters promised
The first piece of legislation that will assist South Africa in addressing climate change and managing the country’s vulnerability to its consequences is one step closer to being implemented.
Avian influenza checkmate: ‘We can’t compensate,’ says state
Producers are losing billions of rand due to avian influenza outbreaks, but the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development says it cannot afford to pay compensation and farmers are responsible for biosecurity.
Here’s what you can expect in African Farming
This week we visit bio-scientists, Andile Gcaza and Phetole Raseropo from Evergrow Seedlings, based in the urban jungle of Soweto to learn about their unique business model. We also talk to AFGRI about crop insurance.
AFGRI Animal Feeds: Biosecurity, AI and feeding for immunity
Avian influenza outbreaks have been a big problem for poultry farmers in South Africa. Good biosecurity measures are important in order to mitigate risk and to secure your birds’ health overall. Juan Pretorius, a technical advisor at AFGRI Animal Feed, gave some insight on this on African Farming.
AFGRI Financial Solutions: Alternative energy sources
The impact of the energy crisis on the agricultural sector is felt right through the value chain. However, alternative energy solutions are available. Ross Simons, the managing director of AFGRI Financial Solutions discusses financing options available to farmers seeking those solutions.
Grain SA Day of Celebration
Grain SA plays a major role in the development of farmers in the grain sector. A day of celebration was recently held to honour the success stories of farmers who were helped by Grain SA and who put in the hard work.
