Crop production
Improve your soil with vermicomposting
Compost is no new concept. By now, everyone knows the basic how and why of using organic material. Vermicompost is another story. This is basically where you use earthworms to enhance the process of converting organic waste to compost. These worms help enrich the soil, increase crop yields, and[...]
Hydroponics part 4: Time to start planting
A hydroponic system is a healthy and productive way to grow the best vegetables and fruit. Some vegetables may need a bit more effort and love to grow successfully. We will be looking at different types of plants and how to grow them in a hydroponic system. Once you[...]
GMOs return to haunt Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe’s long running efforts to ensure food security have returned to haunt the country regarding the adoption of GMOs. In the aftermath of a devastating drought that has left millions insecure in terms of food supply, and after subsistence farmers watched as their crops wilted, how the country deals[...]
ARCOTHERM air heaters – boost output yield and product quality – plug-and-play style!
Air heaters are useful in many areas of the agriculture sector. Applied Heat Pty Ltd, based in Johannesburg, now extends its range capability for its well established ARCOTHERM range of air heaters. Why use a portable air heater? Quick installation, low running costs and high efficiency are but a[...]
Greens shortage stalks Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe’s agriculture commodities market is experiencing mixed fortunes as the country struggles with ensuring basic products are not only available but affordable amid currency volatility. The country’s open air vegetable markets have in recent years become the pulse of the performance of the agriculture sector, proving insights into both[...]