African Agri Magazine

21/08/2025

Gene Editing Tech Crucial for Grain Farmers’ Survival in Next Decade

https://afriagrimagazine.com/gene-editing-tech-crucial-for-grain-farmers-survival-in-next-decade/

Grain SA/Graan SA Agri SA SOUTH AFRICAN FARMERS

Falling grain prices and rising input costs will squeeze farmers’ profit margins over the next decade, leaving technology adoption as the only sustainable path to survival. But South Africa’s slow acceptance of new breeding technologies (NBTs) could hold the sector back, experts have warned.

21/08/2025

Smart from the Start: Raven Leads the Future of Precision Farming

https://afriagrimagazine.com/smart-from-the-start-raven-leads-the-future-of-precision-farming/

Raven Industries CNH Industrial CASE IH NAMPO

Precision farming is advancing at a rapid pace — and Raven Industries is at the forefront of this transformation. At this year’s Nampo agricultural show in Bothaville, Free State, African Agri spoke with Nico Myburgh, CNH Industrial’s head of precision technologies for the Middle East and Afri...

11/08/2025

Counterweight balancing in industrial robots from WEBER-HYDRAULIK

https://afriagrimagazine.com/counterweight-balancing-in-industrial-robots-from-weber-hydraulik/

WEBER-HYDRAULIK's strategic orientation includes the continuous observation and development of new markets. This approach has enabled the hydraulics specialist to acquire a new customer in a previously untapped market: KUKA's industrial robots are used in production cells as well as in fully automat...

16/07/2025

Netafim Marks 60 Years of Innovation: Empowering Farmers Through Smart Irrigation

https://afriagrimagazine.com/netafim-marks-60-years-of-innovation-empowering-farmers-through-smart-irrigation/

Netafim Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) United Nations Development Programme - UNDP

In a world where climate change, water scarcity, and food insecurity are mounting concerns, Netafim—a global pioneer in precision irrigation and a business of Orbia Advance Corporation—is celebrating 60 years of transforming agriculture.

08/11/2024

Optimizing Sunflower Yields Through Strategic Planting Timing

Sunflower is a resilient crop that performs well across various climates and soil conditions, celebrated for its adaptability and high yields. While sunflowers can endure moderate drought thanks to their deep-root systems, they are sensitive to drought and heat stress during the flowering and grain-filling phases, which can impact both yield and oil quality.
https://afriagrimagazine.com/optimizing-sunflower-yields-through-strategic-planting-timing/

Sunflower is a resilient crop that performs well across various climates and soil conditions, celebrated for its adaptability and high yields. While sunflowers can endure moderate drought thanks to their deep-root systems, they are sensitive to drought and heat stress during the flowering and grain-...

21/10/2024

How to Enhance Soil Fertility!

Practice Crop Rotation: Rotating crops in a planned sequence helps prevent nutrient depletion and improves . This technique also breaks pest and disease cycles, leading to healthier crops.

Use Organic Fertilizers: Compost and manure are excellent natural fertilizers that restore soil nutrients and improve structure. These organic materials also boost activity, which is key to nutrient recycling.

Reduce Tillage: Minimizing tillage helps preserve soil structure and fertility while preventing and compaction, promoting long-term .

Irrigate Efficiently: Proper techniques save water and prevent soil erosion. Effective water management ensures plants get the right amount of moisture without causing nutrient runoff.

Plant Cover Crops: Cover crops reduce erosion, improve soil structure, and enhance fertility by adding organic matter as they decompose.

17/10/2024

Ugandan Smallholders Reaffirm Commitment to Peasant Agroecology to Preserve Environment, Indigenous Seeds, and Foods

During the 6th Annual National Organic Week (NOW) 2024, small-scale farmers in Uganda made a pivotal declaration reaffirming their commitment to agroecology and organic farming as essential practices for preserving the environment, protecting indigenous seeds, and promoting sustainable food systems.

https://afriagrimagazine.com/ugandan-smallholders-reaffirm-commitment-to-peasant-agroecology-to-preserve-environment-indigenous-seeds-and-foods/

During the 6th Annual National Organic Week (NOW) 2024, small-scale farmers in Uganda made a pivotal declaration reaffirming their commitment to agroecology and organic farming as essential practices for preserving the environment, protecting indigenous seeds, and promoting sustainable food systems.

10/10/2024

In a significant move to bolster food security and promote long-term socio-economic development, Eurasian Resources Group in Africa (ERG Africa) has, through its Frontier SA entity, donated agricultural equipment to six host communities. This initiative is part of Frontier’s 2022-2026 commitments aimed at facilitating the transition from manual to mechanized farming for the Kabumba, Kaloko, Kimfumpa, Lukangaba Custom, Lukangaba Mashimu, and Sakania communities.
https://afriagrimagazine.com/erg-africas-frontier-entity-donates-agricultural-equipment-to-six-communities-to-enhance-food-security-and-provide-alternative-livelihoods/

10/10/2024

The Aid by Trade Foundation (AbTF) recently held group discussions with CmiA farmers in Zambia to explore ecological changes and the measures being taken in response. The group of CmiA small-scale farmers comprised 46% men and 54% women, with 66% having lived in the region since birth and 34% for 10 to 20 years.
https://afriagrimagazine.com/zambian-farmers-collaborate-with-aid-by-trade-foundation-to-address-ecological-changes-and-promote-biodiversity/

10/10/2024

Often unnoticed in beef cattle diets, mycotoxins can cause a range of issues including weakened immune responses, which may lead to secondary infections, reduced growth rates, compromised reproductive performance, lameness, and even gangrene. Identifying mycotoxin-related illnesses can be difficult, and antibiotics offer little to no relief. Therefore, understanding the risks posed by mycotoxins and implementing proper prevention strategies are essential to safeguarding cattle health.
https://afriagrimagazine.com/hidden-hazards-tackling-the-mycotoxin-challenge-in-beef-cattle-diets/

10/10/2024

As Africa’s agricultural sector grapples with escalating challenges from climate change and inadequate infrastructure, the African Agri Investment Indaba (AAII) serves as a crucial platform for promoting significant investment in the continent’s agriculture.

From November 18-20, the AAII will convene at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, bringing together key stakeholders—including agribusinesses, institutional investors, government agencies, and development organizations—to spotlight transformative investment opportunities that address the sector’s most pressing challenges.
https://afriagrimagazine.com/african-agri-investment-indaba-aims-for-transformative-change-in-the-agricultural-sector/

10/10/2024

Founded in 1896, Agrico has grown into a leading supplier of irrigation equipment in Southern Africa. Led by managing director Walter Andrag and his cousin, technical director Roland Andrag, the company is dedicated to providing customized irrigation solutions. Walter emphasizes the importance of understanding each farmer’s unique needs to ensure resource efficiency and profitable farming. Roland underscores the company’s commitment to empathizing with farmers to deliver tailored solutions effectively.
https://afriagrimagazine.com/the-evolution-of-irrigation-solutions-in-southern-africa/