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JSE Cancels Basis Futures Contract, Citing Software Limitations, Leaving Grain Market Seeking Alternatives

Brenna ShumbamhiniSeptember 16, 2025September 16, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniSeptember 16, 2025September 16, 202501903

Efforts to bring greater transparency to South Africa’s grain pricing system suffered a setback as the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) announced the cancellation of its...

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Agribusiness Confidence Eases but Remains Firmly Positive

Brenna ShumbamhiniSeptember 9, 2025September 9, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniSeptember 9, 2025September 9, 202501944

South Africa’s agribusiness sector has seen a slight dip in sentiment, with the Agbiz/IDC Agribusiness Confidence Index (ACI) falling from 65 in the second quarter...

Agriculture Featured Irrigation SMART AGRICULTURE technology

Managing Aquatic Vegetation in Irrigation Canals Saves Water and Protects Infrastructure

Brenna ShumbamhiniSeptember 4, 2025September 4, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniSeptember 4, 2025September 4, 202501798

Managing Aquatic Vegetation in Irrigation Canals Saves Water and Protects Infrastructure Irrigation agriculture is the single biggest user of water in South Africa, consuming about...

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This Isn’t Just Your Farm. It’s Your Future

Brenna ShumbamhiniSeptember 4, 2025September 4, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniSeptember 4, 2025September 4, 202501978

Farming is more than land and yield. It’s a home, a livelihood, and a legacy for the next generation. That’s why it deserves protection that...

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Potatoes bred at The James Hutton Institute will help to battle a major pest in Kenya

Brenna ShumbamhiniAugust 27, 2025August 27, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniAugust 27, 2025August 27, 202502070

Scientists from The James Hutton Institute have introduced two new potato varieties to Kenya, which are now included in Kenya’s National Variety List. The project...

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Smart Assistance Systems Take Center Stage at Systems & Components 2025

Brenna ShumbamhiniAugust 26, 2025August 26, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniAugust 26, 2025August 26, 202501800

From 9–15 November 2025, the Systems & Components trade fair at Agritechnica—the world’s largest agricultural machinery exhibition—will spotlight the latest generation of smart assistance systems...

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How to Grow Watermelon Successfully: A Farmer’s Guide

Brenna ShumbamhiniAugust 26, 2025August 26, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniAugust 26, 2025August 26, 20250136

Watermelon is one of the most rewarding crops for both smallholder and commercial farmers. With proper planning and care, it can deliver impressive yields and...

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Ascenso Unveils Next-Generation Tyres for Forestry Machines

Brenna ShumbamhiniAugust 22, 2025August 22, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniAugust 22, 2025August 22, 202501925

Ascenso Tyres, one of the world’s fastest-growing off-highway tyre brands, is breaking new ground in forestry with the launch of its latest high-performance tyre series:...

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Record Flash Gala Harvest Marks Milestone for South African Apple Industry

Brenna ShumbamhiniAugust 20, 2025August 20, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniAugust 20, 2025August 20, 202501925

The 2025 harvest season has set a historic benchmark for Flash Gala, with a record 1,478,454 cartons packed – the highest volume since the brand’s...

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The Importance of Pivot Sprinkler Systems for Irrigation Efficiency

Brenna ShumbamhiniAugust 20, 2025August 20, 2025

by Brenna ShumbamhiniAugust 20, 2025August 20, 202502070

When it comes to centre pivot irrigation, few factors are as critical as the sprinkler package. While the pivot’s structure provides the backbone, it’s the...