Category: AGRI-ECONOMICS
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Elevate your engine performance with Astron Energy
Astron Energy, a leading supplier of petroleum products in Southern Africa, is proud to present its new Quartech Fuel, a revolutionary petrol and diesel formulation enhanced with premium additives, QuartecTM and Quartech DTM. What does this mean for your engines? Let’s explore how our cutting-edge fuel technology can benefit you, your equipment, and your business.…
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Steketee makes mechanical weeding mainstream
Lemken was one of the first major tillage companies to move into inter-row cultivation with its purchase of Steketee in 2018. The investment was in recognition of the growing role in non-chemical weed control by machines which were primarily designed for the organic farmer, a far more important market sector on the continent. Steketee narrows…
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GENIUS: DISCOVER THE FERTILIZERS THAT MAKE PLANTS CLEVER IN NUTRIENT ABSORPTION
Genius series of fertilizers contain water soluble macronutrients (N, P, K) combined with trace elements and an organic agent. The organic agent contained in Genius helps in the chelation of trace elements and the better absorption of macronutrients. Genius fertilizers are made of high purity raw materials, which do not contain impurities and heavy metals.…
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Water Ways to deliver a C$200,000 blueberries smart irrigation project in Ethiopia
Water Ways Technologies Inc., a global provider of Israeli-based agriculture technology, providing water irrigation solutions to agricultural producers, announces that it has received a new purchase order to install a smart turnkey blueberries irrigation project in Ethiopia. This is the second phase of a project started in 2020 that was delayed due to the political…
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Astron Energy provides cutting edge solutions
The requirement for dependable, high-quality energy solutions is critical in the demanding and fast-paced industries of agriculture, mining, and transport. These industries are the foundation of the South African economy, and they demand the best resources to function efficiently and sustainably. Leading fuel company Astron Energy is at the cutting-edge of providing these solutions. New…
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Tips for running a farm’s finances in tough times
Almost every business experiences financial difficulties from time to time. Farming operations, however, face greater risks than many other businesses, which makes it even more important for farmers to stay on top of their game. Theo Rabe, CEO of agribusiness NWK, explains that farming returns are significantly lower than for most other businesses, averaging between…
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Include your spouse in your will – for your kids’ sake
If you have ever thought of employing this tactic, you may want to think again. Omitting your other half from inheriting under your will may result in unintended and detrimental financial consequences for your deceased estate and consequently on your heirs. Here’s why. Estate Duty In South Africa, estate duty is payable on any estate…
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Good communication crucial for achieving profit
With ever-increasing input costs and fluctuating market prices, farmers are under constant pressure to ensure their businesses are both profitable and sustainable. READ Managers: sometimes, it’s hard to be soft Effective communication in the workplace plays a key role in this regard. In short, employers should communicate clearly with their staff in order to create a…
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Succession: are you and your farming business ready?
According to the University of Minnesota’s 2013 ‘Transferring the Farm’ series by Gary Hachfield, David Bau and C Holcomb, a successful succession plan ensures: The farm continues to operate with sufficient efficiency to ensure it can support multiple generations. Children are treated fairly, which may not mean they’re treated equally. The exiting generations and the…
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What butchers and abattoirs look for
Retail butcheries and supermarkets are increasingly demanding younger carcasses as the meat is more tender, and consumers want a certain amount of fat covering the carcass. It is therefore crucial for the communal livestock farmer to follow three steps: Use the correct meat-type breeding genetics. Ensure your livestock is in good body condition when marketing.…