Optimistic outlook for agriculture
The latest forecast released by South Africa’s Crop Estimates Committee (CEC) points to a somewhat optimistic outlook for the agricultural sector...
‘Agriculture is the most important business in the world,’ African Development Bank President Akinwumi...
African Development Bank President Akinwumi Adesina reminded students of the important role they have to play in the continent’s economic development, as...
Kenya facing the worst desert locust outbreak recorded since 1950
Kenya is facing the worst desert locust outbreak recorded since 1950. The outbreak has seen swarms of the insects invade the east African nation...
DOES LESS (farmers) MEAN MORE (success) FOR THE STATE?
THREE LEVELS OF AGRICULTURE
Export, and in very big countries (e.g., India and China) internal distribution to premium markets, is the fastest and most sustainable...
Brenda Tlhabane joins Africa Agri Tech (AAT) as ambassador
The renowned young farmer, Brenda Tlhabane joined Africa Agri Tech (AAT) as ambassador, and will advise the organisers on a number of inclusive activities.Ms...
PrecisionHawk appoints James Norrod as CEO
Michael Chasen will lead PrecisionHawk’s advisory board and continue to champion efforts to integrate commercial drones into the National Airspace as Chair of the FAA’s...
Growers and scientists call on president to prevent food catastrophe by upholding pest control...
Move to ban pesticides being used to curb locusts and Fall Army Worn will lead to crop devastation, warn growersAgricultural and industry organisations have...
John Deere announces enhanced features of exciting new application controller
The new John Deere application controller, available as a ‘bolt-on’ or ‘after-market’ kit and compatible with a host of existing machinery, enables enhanced Active...
Michel Picandet is appointed Executive Vice President and Head of TOMRA Food
Michel Picandet has been appointed Executive Vice President and Head of TOMRA Food. He joined the company on January 1st, 2020 and will be...
Clearing agents and freight forwarders unveil a bill to end agent errors and cargo...
The Kenya International Freight Forwarders Association (KIFWA) and the Federation of East African Freight Forwarders Associations (FEAFFA) in partnership with other relevant industry associations...