Sub-Sahara Farmers Journal

10/09/2026

26/08/2026

Electric Utility Vehicles Deliver Practical Benefits on Limpopo Farm

After seven years of daily use on a busy farming operation in Limpopo, Lekkewaan’s compact electric utility vehicles have demonstrated how low running costs, reliability and practical design can support modern agriculture.

Citrus farmer Hennie de Beer first encountered the Lekkewaan brand seven years ago when Pierneef Smit, then general manager at Lekkewaan, supplied a TailG 1.3 for evaluation at Vaalbos Trust.

De Beer quickly recognised that the vehicles could be used effectively for specific tasks across the farm.

The business is committed to sustainable and environmentally responsible farming practices, making the vehicles’ zero-emission operation a natural fit with its long-term objectives. It also actively adopts agricultural technologies that can improve efficiency while reducing environmental impact...

After seven years of daily use on a busy farming operation in Limpopo, Lekkewaan’s compact electric utility vehicles have

18/08/2026

Real-Time Agricultural Data: The Next Step in Precision Farming

Precision agriculture has changed dramatically over the last decade. For many growers, the challenge is no longer collecting information — it is turning that information into timely, actionable decisions.

Modern agricultural equipment generates enormous amounts of data, from machine performance and field activity to maintenance information and operational metrics. As farm operations become larger and more complex, growers increasingly need technology that brings this information together rather than requiring them to search across multiple platforms.

“Over the last several years, we’ve really seen a major shift from just collecting data to actually using it to make better decisions,” says Kody Bosch, product manager for CLAAS connect. “Equipment has become increasingly more connected, and growers expect that same visibility into their operations that they have in other parts of their business.”.......
https://subsaharafarming.com/real-time-agricultural-data-the-next-step-in-precision-farming/

Precision agriculture has changed dramatically over the last decade. For many growers, the challenge is no longer collecting information

17/08/2026

Smart Irrigation Design Targets Water and Energy Efficiency

Irrigation technology is increasingly shifting from simply delivering water to helping farmers optimise water use, energy consumption and system performance as resource pressures and operating costs increase.

New findings from a survey conducted by Komet Irrigation at Agritechnica in Germany indicate that water efficiency, energy savings and system adaptability are becoming increasingly important factors when farmers evaluate irrigation technologies.

A similar trend is emerging in South Africa. Discussions at the South African Irrigation Institute (SABI) Congress in Gqeberha highlighted growing concerns around electricity costs, water availability and declining water quality.

Riana Lombard-Smit, general manager of SABI, said rising electricity costs and increasing competition for water were placing greater pressure on irrigation farmers to improve system efficiency and management.......

Irrigation technology is increasingly shifting from simply delivering water to helping farmers optimise water use, energy consumption

25/06/2026

Canadian Robotics Pioneer Says Automation is Critical to Future Productivity Growth.
https://subsaharafarming.com/canadian-robotics-pioneer-says-automation-is-critical-to-future-productivity-growth/

Clearpath Robotics Co-Founder Ryan Gariepy Believes Agriculture, Mining and Manufacturing Offer Major Opportunities for Robotics Adoption

22/06/2026

PÖTTINGER Introduces Versatile AEROSEM Seed Drill to Support Precision Farming Growth
https://subsaharafarming.com/pottinger-introduces-versatile-aerosem-seed-drill-to-support-precision-farming-growth/

Austrian agricultural machinery manufacturer Pöttinger AEROSEM seed drill, a versatile planting solution improve operational efficiency

05/06/2026

MCM Robotics Showcases Advanced Robotic Dog Technology at NAMPO 2026

Innovation smart farming NAMPO Harvest Day 2026, MCM Robotics farmers, agribusinesses, and technology enthusiasts Unitree Go2 robotic dog.

04/06/2026

How To Choose the Right Rubber Track for Your Equipment

mini-excavators and compact track loaders is the durable power? consistent Equip your machines with right rubber track for your operations.

15/05/2026