Technology
Technology is revolutionizing farming in Africa, with advancements like AI, IoT sensors, drones, and precision farming systems helping to improve yields, reduce costs, and optimize resource use.
Tractors and harvesters already roaring at Nampo Park
Most of the implement exhibitors at Nampo Park usually start working on their exhibition spaces about a month in advance,...
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FARMER’S PLAN | DIY ‘seed-vac’ cleans 1 tonne of canola seed per day
Cleaning canola seed – removing husks, stalks and other debris – can be a slow, labour-intensive task. That’s why farmer...
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How blockchain and smart contracts add value to the agriculture sector
In today’s rapidly evolving agricultural landscape, blockchain technology and smart contracts are delivering unprecedented value to farmers, suppliers and stakeholders...
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FARMER’S PLAN | Free wooden pallets improve nutrition management
Livestock farmer Hugh Ainslie has found an effective way to make full use of creep feeding in his Boer goat...
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Built for fields and freedom
In the heart of South Africa’s agricultural sector, resilience is the backbone of success. Farmers don’t just work the land...
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The future of food production
By integrating biotechnology and other next-generation agricultural techniques, farmers can develop more resilient and sustainable food systems that meet the...
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Thieves make off with tractors and nearly 200 sheep
Law enforcement in KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape recently had their hands full with tracking down two tractors and nearly...
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FARMER’S PLAN | Custom management model makes decision-making easy
Because most farm budgeting systems on the market did not meet Franco le Roux's requirements, he developed a model he...
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‘Meaningful transformation in agriculture is impossible without strong partnerships’
At the African Farming Agri-Development Imbizo 2025, a high-level panel discussion led by Chris Burgess, editor-in-chief of African Farming and...
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Harnessing technology for smarter farming
The agricultural sector is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by technological advancements that enhance efficiency, improve risk management and provide...
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Established in 2020, African Farming aims to support black commercial farming in South Africa by providing informative and inspiring content and creating communication and education channels to help farmers develop and grow. Its initiatives include African Farming information days and workshops, which empower farmers – whether new or experienced – to build profitable and sustainable farming enterprises.