Climate, data and decisions: how small African farmers can turn uncertainty into yield
The seasons no longer “sound” as they once did. Rains skip a beat, heat waves arrive out of season, pests climb to altitudes that...
Vumelana calls for an increased focus on tourism in the land reform programme
Land reform: Confining the outcomes of the land reform programme to agricultural activity is not only narrow and short-sighted but it deprives land reform...
The Next Great Efficiency: Human Potential, Augmented
For the past year the debate around artificial intelligence has been framed in terms of jobs lost and industries disrupted. It is a view...
Unlock the added value of producing more calves
Getting cows bred and keeping them pregnant is key to capitalizing on the record cattle market.
Successfully breeding cows and maintaining pregnancy is always financially...
Sanger Institute: Genomic evolution of major malaria-transmitting mosquito species uncovered
New research into the genetics of Anopheles funestus (An. funestus), one of the most neglected but prolific malaria-transmitting mosquitoes in Africa, has revealed how...
Advancing agricultural research: Corteva’s strategic collaboration with research institutions in South Africa
Corteva Agriscience is deepening its commitment to agricultural innovation in South Africa through strategic partnerships with premier research institutions and leading universities. These collaborations span...
Mangroves : Nature’s biodiversity champions under the threat
Highlighting the Importance of Mangroves on World Environmental Health Day
On 26th September, World Environmental Health Day reminds us that restoring ecosystems is vital. Mangrove...
Understanding the biology behind incubation temperature
One very important success criteria for the incubation process is the correct incubation temperature. When referring to incubation temperature it is important to distinguish...
Empowering communities with practical knowledge and tools to improve food security
School gardening and nutrition programme, EduPlant, feeds SA’s learners, families and communities
Tackling household food security in South Africa in a sustainable way requires empowering...
SA’s Agri sector to rethink global strategies and open markets
In the face on ongoing geopolitical change, South Africa’s agricultural exporters are being encouraged to reposition their products into non-traditional markets.
Speaking at an exclusive...