Auxins and zinc boost agricultural productivity to enhance food security in Africa
Enhancing agricultural productivity and bolstering food security across Africa relies on the critical interplay between auxins and zinc in plant growth and development. Simon...
World Bank is Right – Small Solar Projects in Rural Africa Can Catalyze Economic...
The World Bank recently announced a plan to invest $35 billion in small scale solar projects in rural areas in African countries. The organization...
Southern Africa Grapples with Climate and Economic Challenges Amid Erratic Rainfall-Report
The relentless and longevity grip of last year’s El Niño has taken a negative toll on grain production in many areas of southern Africa...
‘Tis the Season to be Trimming: Expert Tips for Brushcutter Success
Summer is the height of the growing period; the weather is warm, the days are longer and it is rainfall season. This, of course,...
Bayer Acquires Camelina Assets from Smart Earth Camelina Corp. to Advance Biofuels
Bayer today announced a deal with Canada-based Smart Earth Camelina Corp., whereby Bayer has acquired their camelina germplasm, intellectual property, and materials to expand...
When Humanitarian Aid Has Borders: The Politics of Disaster Relief
By Kaitlyn Waring
The Current Reality of Humanitarian Aid
Humanitarian aid in recent years, despite its basis in principles of morality and helping those in need,...
Entrepreneur nurtures growth and champions change in agriculture sector
When Quinty Rabophala began her farming journey in 2018, she was inspired by her family’s agricultural roots and her determination to make a difference...
Chainsaw Safety: Cutting Through Danger
Chainsaws, vital tools in numerous industries and even domestic use, offer significant applications but also inherent risks if utilised incorrectly. To ensure the safety...
Why a reliable general use lubricant is so valuable
While specialist lubricants can work wonders for a particular component in a specific type of equipment, a general use lubricant can be used in...
Greenhouse Innovations: Shaping the Future of Sustainable Horticulture
Horticulture farming, which encompasses the cultivation of a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants, utilizes diverse cultivation systems such as open field,...