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Omnia driving innovation & the future of South Africa’s Agriculture industry at NAMPO Kaap
This week, Omnia exhibited its latest range of farming innovations – from autonomous robots to A.I. analysis tools – at NAMPO Kaap, the largest privately-owned agricultural exhibition in the Southern hemisphere. Furthermore, the chemical services group sponsored the exhibition’s Boere Planne Competition, promoting out-of-the-box thinking in the development of[...]
Omnia GREENSULF™: More than just an effective nitrogen source
Many articles have been written to compare the effectiveness of ammonium nitrate and urea – each one emphasising a specific sales argument. In any case, the advantages of the nitrate form of nitrogen must be highlighted, for example minimum volatilisation; stimulation of cation uptake; reduced acidification as a result[...]
African agribusinesses can still grow: Part 2
by Tapuwa Mashangwa Growth of African agribusinesses cannot be modelled around business strategies utilised by firms in first world countries (FWC). Economic policing characteristics such as interest rates, liquidity, agribusiness subsidies, rules and regulations surrounding the manufacturing, production, processing, export and import of agricultural products and services differ. Despite[...]
Omnia: MAXI GREEN™ ensures the right maize nutrition for healthy plants and stable yields
by Kobus Smith, Omnia Fertiliser, Zambia Plant nutrition can be a complicated subject, especially since the needs of the specific crop, the nutrient source, as well as the climate and soil of the region must be considered. However, if you find the right combination of products to address the[...]
Strategic delivery underpins robust performance and dividends in a challenging environment
Article supplied Operating profit from continuing operations rose to R1.2 bn (FY20: R744m)Headline earnings per share from continuing operations of 391 cents (FY20: 154 cents)Cash generated from operations of R2.3 bn (FY20: R2.2 bn)Sale of Oro Agri completed during the year with proceeds used to settle the debtCash increased[...]