26 Apr 2023
KAL Group and ETGL enters into strategic agreement for the retailing of farm equipment and automotive products.
ETG Logistics (ETGL), the logistics and distribution vertical of Export Trading Group, and the JSE-listed KAL Group have entered a strategic partnership to provide local producers with an extended range of versatile, compact, and cost-effective tractors and automotive products to improve efficiencies on farms.
25 Apr 2023
Interceptor by HI-TEC, answers to the end-user’s demand in providing high quality safety footwear with features that include a range of leather uppers, toe caps and specialised sole constructions. Interceptor will continue to push the boundaries of industry leading design and innovation by exploring the varied dangers inherent in an industry.
24 Apr 2023
All structures, from chicken houses to commercial buildings require insulation. The question is, which insulation option to opt for? Polyurethane spray foam insulation is not only extremely effective and easy to install, but it is also environmentally friendly. In this article, we will discuss everything that there is to know about this insulation product as well as list all of the benefits it has to offer.
20 Apr 2023
Die vorige artikels in die reeks het as inleiding gedien, hoofsaaklik oor die belangrikheid van en die tegnologie benodig vir videomonitering op plase asook vir padkameras vir onder andere sekuriteit en veediefstal. Hierdie artikel verbreed die toepassing van tegnologie vir die boer waar tegnologie amper in elke denkbare faset van boerdery gebruik kan word om verdere waarde te ontsluit wat effektiwiteit en winsmarges betref.
18 Apr 2023
Application of nitrogen fertilizers is a must to grow agricultural crops. In traditional farming practices, nitrogen fertilization leads to emission of ammonia, which is a strong greenhouse gas. To study the benefits of Multicote™ controlled release fertilizer in reducing the emissions of greenhouse gases related to nitrogen application, we set a trial in Haifa Group’s R&D greenhouse.
17 Apr 2023
In South Africa, water storage solutions are a popular option for farmers and other industries where water is an essential component of operation. This is due to the fact that South Africa often experiences drought where water restrictions are put in place. While there are multiple options for water storage, corrugated steel water storage tanks are by far the most effective.
13 Apr 2023
The Agricultural Produce Agents Council (APAC) regulates amongst other things, the activities of fresh produce agents. The APAC mandate, the Agricultural Produce Agents Act, Act 12 of 1992 purports that a “fresh produce agent” (agency) and an “agent” (salesperson) may only operate on behalf of a farmer if he or she is the holder of a fidelity fund certificate (trading licence).
11 Apr 2023
In previous seasons, exporters of fresh produce had the option to add foreign materials in the export containers with fresh produce. This was done via a dispensation process where the party requesting to include other material in the container would complete a T13 form requesting such.
10 Apr 2023
Dam liners are an extremely important part of modern water storage. Ultimately they prevent a decrease in water storage capacity from occurring. This is because the water is prevented from seeping into the soil which could also cause erosion. In this article, we will discuss everything that goes into the implementation and maintenance of dam liners, as well as which dam liner is best.
06 Apr 2023
The waste and the loss of food are happening at an alarming rate throughout the supply chain of food production. In Agriculture, we are very aware of every stage where food can be lost or wasted. Food intended for consumption gets wasted or discarded along the food supply chain and can no longer be consumed where it is needed most
04 Apr 2023
To farm smart means that a wise farmer must always make sure that his farming sums add up.
It extends beyond just the revenues and balance expenses, because a farmer has to also calculate the profit margin of each farm operation to ensure a productive and profitable farming –one that can grow from strength to strength.
03 Apr 2023
There are many products and packages that require cold chain packaging when being shipped from one location to another. Some of the industries that make use of such packaging include pharmaceuticals, vaccines, blood transportation, human and animal specimens, and the food industry. In this article, we will discuss the types of cold chain packaging available as well as provide you with tips on how to find the best cold chain packaging manufacturers for your shipping needs.
30 Mar 2023
Die huidige opvoedkundige stelsel in Suid-Afrika is ontwerp om aan die behoeftes van die industriële rewolusie te voldoen met die fokus op die produsering van 'n werksmag wat bedrewe is in basiese geletterdheid, syfervaardighede asook tegniese vaardighede. Tog is daar in die teenswoordige, vinnig veranderende wêreld 'n groeiende behoefte aan 'n meer buigsame en innoverende benaderings tot onderwys wat kan aanpas by die eise van die 21ste eeu.
27 Mar 2023
Have you ever wondered how a roof is so stable and somehow does not collapse under the extreme weight that it bears? The answer to this is roof trusses. First developed in the Bronze Age (about 2500 BC), they have been refined and are now an essential part of the construction industry. In this article, we will explore everything you need to know about roof trusses and their role in construction.
23 Mar 2023
An innovative Paarl-based manufacturing facility, Afriplex, in collaboration with the Cannabis
Research Institute, is once again putting the South African Cannabis industry on the map as it has developed technology to extract cannabidiol (CBD) isolate from locally cultivated cannabis.
Unlike full-spectrum CBD products, CBD isolate does not contain tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive component of cannabis. With CBD isolate, consumers can relieve pain and inflammation, boost immune function, and reduce anxiety, just as they can with other CBD products.
23 Mar 2023
As pressure continues to mount for local food producers, businesses operating in the sector need to think differently and implement innovative strategies in order to improve efficiencies, boost profits and survive the current economic headwinds. This is according to Dawie Kriel, Head of Business Development at EP Refrigeration – a division of Energy Partners and part of the PSG group of companies – who points to the example of fruit packing company, Afrupro.
23 Mar 2023
When starting a learnership or training programme in South Africa, several crucial steps must be taken to ensure that the programme is compliant and that learners receive the appropriate certification upon completion. Such administrative steps are extensive and can get complicated quickly - from registering the learnership programme and obtaining the approval of the relevant Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA) to ensuring that the training programme meets the requirements of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) and Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO).
22 Mar 2023
In advance of World Water Day on Wednesday 22 March, experts are warning that time is running out - we must stop industrial farming’s assault on fresh water supplies before it’s too late. Compassion in World Farming, organisers of the Extinction or Regeneration conference, and experts speaking at the ground-breaking international event are calling for an end to water-polluting industrial farming and a shift to global practices that are climate and nature-friendly to protect precious fresh water supplies.
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