Fire risk assessments vital for buildings interfacing with nature reserves or wildland areas
As wildfires continue to pose significant threats to urban areas near nature reserves, or urban-wildland interfaces, the importance of risk assessments and preventive measures...
How Women Farmers Like Leydah Sekgobela Are Cultivating Change This Women’s Month
When it comes to farming, it doesn’t matter whether your starting small or going all ]out big. More women farmers in South Africa’s rural...
Bühler hosts fourth annual Student Career Expo to inspire future talent
Johannesburg (South Africa) 19 August 2025: Bühler Southern Africa recently hosted its fourth annual Student Career Expo on 8 August 2025, reaffirming its commitment...
Record-breaking season for Flash Gala marks milestone for South African apple industry
The 2025 harvest season has delivered a historic achievement for Flash Gala, with a record 1,478,454 cartons packed – the largest volume since the...
Industry body in talks to advocate for U.S. tariff relief on Rooibos
In response to the 30% tariff recently implemented by the United States on all South African imports, including Rooibos, the South African Rooibos Council...
AGRA Kenya Advocates for Youth Participation in County Food Systems
Food Systems development agency, AGRA, held a youth-focused side event on the sidelines of the Devolution Conference last week's week in Homa Bay County....
Protecting Harvests from Hidden Threats: A Decade of NemAfrica’s Work for Farmers
NemAfrica at 10: How Science is Helping Farmers Beat Potato and Root Pests
NemAfrica, founded to unite experts in nematology research in Africa, is...
Working Dogs in the Spotlight at NAMPO Cape 2025
NAMPO Cape 2025, taking place from 10-13 September at Bredasdorp Park, features a dynamic programme this year with working dogs taking centre stage. From...
IRRI scientists discover gene variants that can boost rice yields under drought conditions
Scientists at the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) and their partners in India have identified gene variants that can significantly increase rice yields under...
Rwanda’s Maize Output Ambitions at Risk as Input Prices Surge
Rwanda’s much-anticipated expansion in maize output may be on shaky ground following the rising costs of farm inputs.
Under the government's Crop Intensification Program (CIP),...