Zimbabwe declares fall armyworm a threat to National food security
A farmer holds an army worm found feeding on her maize crop at a Farm in Zimbabwe
The Zimbabwe government has declared the fall armyworm...
Harnessing the potential of indigenous knowledge system (IKS) in rearing of indigenous chickens
By Innocent Mhangarai
Most small-scale farmers have a competitive advantage in their production as they tie together traditional knowledge to their advantage to sustain their...
Common mistakes to avoid in poultry farming
By Nita Karume,
Many people will venture into poultry farming with a view to make money from selling eggs...
The Ugandan government hires experts to help improve animal breeding
The Ugandan government, through the country's National Animal Genetic Resources Centre and Data Bank (NAGRC&DB) has hired experts to help in improving animal breeding...
Advice for Female Farmers in South Africa
Up to 80% of Africa’s agricultural production is delivered by small farms. And though common stereotypes may suggest otherwise, most of these small agricultural...
The UN condemns misuse of antibiotics in animal husbandry
The United Nations has condemned misuse of antibiotics by farmers who practice animal husbandry. This is after a report revealed that most countries are...
BMG’s service to the local agriculture sector
BMG’s service to the agriculture sector focuses on the importance of the investment in quality equipment and components for high efficiencies and optimum productivity...
Even growers in need help others less fortunate
Josua du Toit photographed on the Ceres farm, Ouplaas.
Getting one of the Ceres growers who donated feed to help Merweville farmers near Koup in...
ERP adding value to Smart Farming
South Africa’s agricultural sector contributed more than R80 billion to the country’s GDP while the value of its production was approximately R273 billion in...
KALRO to host international agricultural expo: Farm-Tech Expo Kenya
The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO) will in September 12-13 this year host Farm-Tech Expo Kenya, one of the largest agricultural events...