What are the actual expenses involved in owning a battery outdoor power tool?
As battery-powered outdoor tools continue to evolve alongside petrol equipment, buyers have more choice than ever - and for most, the price tag is...
Standard Bank is enhancing its industry partnerships to combat Foot and Mouth Disease
Standard Bank has partnered with Clover and the Milk Producers’ Organisation (MPO) to support South African government efforts to curb the spread of Foot‑and‑Mouth...
Shaktiman Launches Digital Spare Parts E-Catalogue to Strengthen Global Dealer Network
Shaktiman (Tirth Agro Technology Pvt. Ltd.), a leading global manufacturer of agricultural machinery and farming solutions, has officially launched its Digital Spare Parts E-Catalogue,...
When the Strait of Hormuz closes, Africa pays first
By Ronald Mlalazi, President Africa Supply Chain Confederation (ASCON)
The war involving Iran has moved from a geopolitical story to a supply chain shock—and fast.
At...
Shaktiman boosts African women’s farm mechanization access.
SHAKTIMAN (Tirth Agro Technology Pvt. ltd.), one of India’s leading agricultural machinery manufacturers, in collaboration with Hello Tractor, has launched a dedicated Women Empowerment...
Grain SA and FERTASA warn that Middle East instability is driving up fertiliser prices,...
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East, particularly involving Iran, is driving significant volatility in global energy and agricultural input markets, placing renewed pressure...
Conflict in the Middle East Threatens Global Food Systems
The escalation of conflict in the Middle East and Gulf region is contributing to volatility in global food, energy and fertilizer markets, with implications...
MPC maintains rates as agricultural sector eyes volatile input costs
Commentary by Brendan Jacobs, Head of Agribusiness, Business & Commercial Banking, Standard Bank South Africa
The Monetary Policy Committee’s (MPC) decision to maintain the repo...
The Human element
For Joan Adonis, the greatest source of pride in her work at Groot Phesantekraal in Durbanville comes down to one thing: “Onse mense!” (“Our...
Big Dutchman emphasizes precision, transforming data into practical tools for decision-making.
They weigh quietly, they weigh steadily, they weigh accurately: modern poultry scales are more than just measuring devices. They are an early-warning system, help...