soil health
What exactly is soil health?
Farming worldwide is changing. Farmers are realising that their soils have to be managed in a sustainable fashion if they are to continue producing high yields and quality produce. As a result there is a distinct move worldwide to change the focus of agriculture in such a way that[...]
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,[...]
Taking Stock of the Implementation of the Nairobi Declaration Strengthening Private Sector participation in the delivery of continental frameworks
The discussion relating to taking stock on the implementation of the Nairobi Declaration on Fertilizers and Soil Health could not have occurred at a better time, taking into consideration that it has been just over 8 months since the Heads of State had signed this declaration. South Africa wishes[...]
Soil health matters: Van’s Lab launches its Soil-Physical scorecard
Researchers at Van's Lab have created a comprehensive scorecard to evaluate and improve soil health. This decision-support tool identifies and prioritizes short-, medium-, and long-term strategies for soil restoration and maintenance, ultimately optimising crop productivity. Soil sampling: To initiate soil analysis, collect both disturbed and undisturbed (core) soil samples[...]
Manure management 101: Spreading smarts for this planting season with Poelbros Handel
Planting is in full swing, and it is time to talk about a topic that might get your boots dirty, but will make your fields flourish! Manure spreading is not the most glamorous part of farming, but when done right, it is like a “soil-ution” packed with benefits. Manure[...]