Machinery and Equipment Archives - Sub-Sahara Famers Journal

Croptimistic Secures U.S. Patent for SWAT CAM as Coverage Surpasses One Million Acres

Brenna ShumbamhiniMay 19, 2026May 19, 2026

by Brenna ShumbamhiniMay 19, 2026May 19, 20260204

Croptimistic Technology has reached a major milestone after securing a U.S. patent for its innovative SWAT CAM process, an autonomous in-field imaging and crop analytics...

Featured Machinery and Equipment Poultry & Livestock technology

Big Dutchman focuses on precision – and turns data into real decision-making aids

Brenna ShumbamhiniMay 11, 2026May 11, 2026

by Brenna ShumbamhiniMay 11, 2026May 11, 20260222

Big Dutchman focuses on precision – and turns data into real decision-making aids They weigh quietly, they weigh steadily, they weigh accurately: modern poultry scales...

Agriculture Featured Machinery and Equipment technology

Deere & Company settles right-to-repair case, expands farmer access to tools

Brenna ShumbamhiniMay 6, 2026May 6, 2026

by Brenna ShumbamhiniMay 6, 2026May 6, 20260137

Deere & Company has agreed to a $99 million settlement in a long-running “right to repair” legal case involving farmers and agricultural equipment. The case...

Machinery and Equipment Markets

Defy Solar Off-grid: Empowering Rural Communities Through Sustainable Solutions

Brenna ShumbamhiniApril 28, 2026April 28, 2026

by Brenna ShumbamhiniApril 28, 2026April 28, 20260322

At the heart of Sub-Saharan Africa, where reliable electricity remains a persistent challenge, Defy Appliances has stepped forward with an innovative solution poised to transform...

Machinery and Equipment Markets

Bio360 Africa: Turning farm waste into renewable energy

Brenna ShumbamhiniApril 28, 2026April 28, 2026

by Brenna ShumbamhiniApril 28, 2026April 28, 20260264

What if farm waste could become a reliable source of energy and income? This is one of the key questions underpinning Bio360 Africa, hosted by...

Agriculture Featured Machinery and Equipment Markets News

South Africa’s Agriculture Enters a Pivotal Phase

Brenna ShumbamhiniApril 14, 2026April 14, 2026

by Brenna ShumbamhiniApril 14, 2026April 14, 20260165

South Africa is approaching a crucial period in its agricultural calendar, with key data releases and harvesting activities set to shape expectations for both the...

Agriculture Featured Machinery and Equipment News SMART AGRICULTURE

Technological Evolution in the VFC Tobacco Sector: Advancing Toward Smart Mechanization

Brenna ShumbamhiniMarch 24, 2026March 24, 2026

by Brenna ShumbamhiniMarch 24, 2026March 24, 20260344

Mechanization in agriculture follows shared patterns across sectors, but in the case of Virginia flue-cured (VFC) tobacco, the transition is particularly significant. Rising labour costs,...

Agriculture Featured Machinery and Equipment Markets News

Agricultural machinery: the market in Puglia is recovering

Brenna ShumbamhiniMarch 24, 2026March 24, 2026

by Brenna ShumbamhiniMarch 24, 2026March 24, 20260334

2025 marks a return to growth for tractor sales, which have risen by around 22 percentage points compared with the previous twelve months. Regional demand...

Agriculture Featured Machinery and Equipment Markets technology

Bobcat Confirms Launch of Largest Diesel Forklifts at LogiMAT

Brenna ShumbamhiniMarch 24, 2026March 24, 2026

by Brenna ShumbamhiniMarch 24, 2026March 24, 20260350

At LogiMAT 2026, Bobcat is announcing the launch of the new DV180/250S-9 diesel forklifts, the largest machines in the company’s line-up, exceeding many competitors in...

Agriculture Construction Featured Machinery and Equipment technology

Maintain Your Power Tools to Avoid Costly Breakdowns

Brenna ShumbamhiniMarch 5, 2026March 5, 2026

by Brenna ShumbamhiniMarch 5, 2026March 5, 20260404

Why Servicing Your Power Equipment Matters – And How to Do It Right Across Africa’s agricultural, landscaping and forestry sectors, outdoor power tools are essential...