Mopping up

Practical steps farmers can take to minimise flood damage In recent years, South African farmers, especially those in the northern regions, have faced increasingly erratic weather patterns, with some areas…

Stewarding the soil

How natural biostimulants are shaping the future of farming Soil erosion and degradation are among the most pressing environmental challenges globally. In South Africa alone, an estimated 10%-20% of agricultural…

A tale of unexpected growth

Unpacking the 2025 navel orange season withBoitshoko Ntshabele, CEO of the Citrus Growers Association  Tracking the development of the navel crop is a critical mid-season activity. As the first major…

Beyond land access

The neglected struggles of South Africa’s emerging commercial farmers When discussing the land reform programme in South Africa, we often celebrate the number of beneficiaries who have finally gained access…