Innovation and sustainability key to solving the food security crisis in Africa
Boasting approximately 60% of the world’s uncultivated arable land and climates suited to diverse farming activities, Africa’s agricultural sector holds immense potential to address...
Public Development Banks have the financial firepower for transforming global food systems, says IFAD...
Representing two-thirds of formal financing to agriculture, Public Development Banks (PDBs) investing in agriculture around the world can play a key role in transforming...
The ethics of branding: a critical tool for security, traceability, and animal welfare
By Greg Talbot, CEO, Tal-Tec
Branding livestock has been an essential practice in South Africa and the world for over 6,000 years. Serving as a...
African grasslands must become more climate-change resilient
Africa’s grasslands face increasing challenges from climate change, threatening the livelihoods of millions across the continent. Urgent action is needed to future-proof these ecosystems,...
Researchers advocate for climate-resilient livestock breeding to meet growing population and changing climate needs
African livestock producers have a unique opportunity to improve the production of meat, milk and eggs through modern breeding technologies and innovations being tested...
What is Aqueous Vermiculite Dispersion (AVD)? Your Solution to Lithium-Ion Battery Fires
In a world increasingly powered by lithium-ion batteries, the risk of lithium-ion battery fires has become a significant concern. SafeQuip, a leading distributor of fire-related...
Rooibos farming paves way for biodiversity conservation
South Africa is experiencing significant biodiversity loss, primarily due to habitat degradation. Between 1990 and 2018, the country lost approximately 0.12% of its natural...
North West Agriculture and Rural Development sparks farming revolution with farmers market day rollout
Mahikeng- The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD) has officially launched the Farmers Market Day initiative, a ground-breaking effort aimed at...
Battery vs Petrol: The Great Debate
Battery-operated outdoor power equipment is a game-changer
Do you need to update your outdoor power equipment but you’re not sure if battery or petrol-operated is...
Fair Prices for a Fairer Future
Smallholder farmers and workers are the backbone of global food production, supplying nearly one-third of the world’s food. Despite their essential role, these farmers...