pest management
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[...]
UP researcher advances fruit fly management through innovative study
Some SA fruit industries spend more than R300 million a year to combat fruit flies. UP researcher Tania Pogue explains how her study of pest traps could revolutionise how we protect our fruit exports. In a significant advancement for agricultural pest management, University of Pretoria (UP) researcher Tania Pogue[...]
Crop production guide in Namibia Part 11: Pest management
Avital part of crop production is pest control. However, pesticides should be used responsibly to prevent harming farmers, workers, consumers, and the environment. Guidelines for action Always: Keep pests at a manageable level rather than killing them as well as their natural enemies.By using pesticides in the right way,[...]
How to Take Care of Your Farm: Best Practices and Solutions
By Rocio Espinoza Running a farm takes dedication and skill. Even with agricultural experience, farming can be a challenging pursuit. However, even if you’re new to the occupation, you can develop the expertise you need to manage a farm successfully. From planting and harvesting crops to caring for livestock and outbuildings,[...]
AgriFocus: We supply everything the farmer needs
AgriFocus Zambia offers a wide variety of chemical and biological integrated pest management (IPM) products for farmers. They serve both smallholders and large-scale farmers, and focus on long term relationships with their customers. All their suppliers are carefully selected for their good reputation, and they promote safety and environmental[...]