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DuxAgri: 10 Year celebration – A Decade of Innovation and Sustainability in Agriculture
For the past ten years, DuxAgri has been at the forefront of revolutionizing sustainable agriculture. Founded with a vision to provide natural bio-solutions for modern farming challenges, the company has grown into a leader in the bio-stimulant, bio-control, and biofertilizer market. As the industry shifts toward environmentally responsible practices,[...]
Blossoming prosperity in East Africa’s thriving horticulture and coffee sectors
East Africa stands tall with great agricultural potential, as its burgeoning horticulture and coffee industries plays pivotal roles in driving economic growth, enhancing livelihoods, and boosts regional development. From the vibrant flower farms in Kenya to the coffee plantations of Uganda, this region's agricultural prowess is shaping a promising[...]
Syngenta Seedcare celebrates decade of innovation
“There is tremendous pressure to grow more food from less soil and less inputs. Agriculture therefore needs to intensify but it is imperative that this does not occur at the expense of the environment and soil health. The agricultural sector, including input suppliers and farmers alike, has an obligation[...]
Zylem and African Data Technologies pioneer carbon footprint life cycle assessment – a first for SA
South Africa’s first published carbon life cycle assessment on an agricultural input. Zylem, a leading manufacturer of biofertilisers and soil amendments, has achieved a significant milestone in sustainability by publishing South Africa's first carbon life cycle assessment (LCA) of an agricultural input. This groundbreaking study, conducted in collaboration with[...]
Bacteria have a right to life: The importance of preserving the lives of beneficial microorganisms
Bacteria can break down pollutants and enhance soil fertility. In bioremediation research conducted by the Microbiology and Environmental Biotechnology Research Group of the Agricultural Research Council (ARC-Soil, Climate, and Water), bacteria and fungi possessing these abilities were isolated and identified. There are also microorganisms that are able to associate[...]