Crop production
APAC: Safeguarding fair and transparent trade in South Africa’s fresh produce markets
Written by - Roelof van Wyk from APAC The Agricultural Produce Agents Council (APAC) plays a vital role in maintaining integrity, fairness, and professionalism in South Africa’s agricultural marketing system. Acting under the Agricultural Produce Agents Act, Act 12 of 1992 (the Act), APAC regulates market agents and ensures[...]
African cuisine part 13: West Africa Mauritaria
During the past few months, we have travelled through Africa on a food journey, learning more about the food of people in different countries around the continent. Our journey took us to Southern Africa, East Africa, North Africa and Central Africa. In the next few articles, we will visit[...]
Namibia’s food insecurity declines as rainfall boosts harvests
Namibia has recorded a remarkable decline in food insecurity, with the number of citizens facing acute food shortages dropping from 1,15 million in 2024 to approximately 456 000 in 2025, according to the latest the latest Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) Acute Food Insecurity Analysis covering July 2024[...]
Food security: Indigenous knowledge key to sustainable agriculture
Indigenous knowledge is knowledge that has developed in communities over centuries. In Africa, knowledge is passed on from father to son. Since women are primarily responsible for keeping small-scale farms going, knowledge regarding agriculture and environmental care is passed on from mother to daughter. This indigenous knowledge mirrors how[...]
Dux Agri – Less is more: Harnessing Biotech advancements in crop production
For over a decade, Dux Agri has been at the forefront of bio-solution innovation in Sub-Saharan Africa – pioneering sustainable farming practices and driving measurable improvements in soil and crop performance. Their continued investment in cutting-edge biotechnology has positioned them as a leader in the region’s shift toward smarter,[...]