Poor state of KZN roads a critical threat to food security and rural safety
The chronic condition of roads and general infrastructure in rural KwaZulu-Natal is stifling food security and economic growth says the KZN Agricultural Union (Kwanalu)...
Intercropping melon and cowpea improves soil nutrients and increases melon yields
The Diverfarming project analysed the nutrients and changes in the soil microbial community in the first year of intercropping melon and cowpea with reduced...
Agricultural equipment: radial and bias tires compared
How can you choose the right tire for your agricultural equipment? Is it better to opt for radial or bias solutions?
It's difficult to provide...
Ceramic ball valves lower costs and improve longevity in water treatment applications
Compared to solenoid valves, ceramic ball valves offer improved longevity and wear resistance, and lower costs. According to Anelia Hough, water treatment consultant at...
UFS MAGIC lab, the go-to geological drone imaging group in South Africa
Did you know that one can photograph a plant so clearly from a distance that it is likely to detect the health of its...
Oil sample analysis for agricultural machinery
Effective Oil Analysis, Guaranteed Machinery Uptime
The agricultural industry – grain producers in particular - should adopt oil analysis as one of the main techniques...
Oil analysis exposes fleet operational challenges: agricultural industry
By Shesby Chabaya, Operations HOD, WearCheck Zimbabwe
The challenge facing the agricultural industry is the need to meet high production targets for the agricultural season...
Fertilisers made from sludge
By: Lisa Witepski
Francois Burger is the founder of Agriman, a business that uses sludge to manufacture various grades of organic fertilisers in a sustainable...
Increasing the Sustainability of Fishing
Fisheries are essential industries in Africa for the economy and to feed families. They provide jobs for poorer coastal populations. Fish also account for...
Water and agriculture ; prospects for more efficient and sustainable use
Of all the resources needed for the planet and for life, water is undoubtedly the most important of all. "Blue gold" also plays a...