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Plastic waste is harming livestock in South Africa: Smallholder farmers using communal land set out the support they need
Agriculture is the main source of income for communities in rural Mpumalanga, in the north-east of South Africa. Goats and cattle graze freely across open, communal grasslands. But plastic bags, food wrappers, bottles and other plastic materials have become part of this environment. When the dry season arrives and[...]
Spotlight on Kiara Scott Farmer: Head winemaker at Hazendal Estate is steadily breaking new ground
Kiara Scott Farmer is one of South Africa’s most respected winemakers. Born in the Cape Flats, she graduated from Elsenburg Agricultural Training Institute in Viticulture and Oenology in Stellenbosch. “My journey has been quite unconventional,” says Kiara. “I grew up in a community where wine was often viewed negatively,[...]
Sawmillers in Ivory Coast build better lives with Wood-Mizer
The journey from Abidjan towards Ivory Coast’s capital, Yamoussoukro in the north, starts on the Autoroute du Nord. It is a busy road that leads from the city centre through busy traffic, traders and businesses that are ready to sell goods so families can eat and life can go[...]
Join the FAW family to keep your business in tip-top shape
Looking for a new truck backed by readily available parts and dependable after-sales service? Look no further than FAW Southern Africa. With a strong focus on customer support, reliability and keeping your business moving, FAW offers truck solutions you can count on. The best part? It’s extremely fuel-efficient. The[...]
Water bladders offer a perfect solution to farmers’ water storage needs
Water bladders are more than just convenient ways to store water for your farm, they are the perfect solution when you need long-term water storage. Silver Solutions, Water Bladders and Dam Liners owner Simon Cotton explained how remarkable these bladders are at this year’s NAMPO Cape. He said that[...]