Determining the rental value of land
How does one determine the value of rental land? This is one of the most common questions asked in the agriculture sector today. There is not just one answer to this question either. Usually,...
SA more food secure despite fragile global score
Amidst an international deterioration in global food security for the third consecutive year, South Africa’s position out of 113 monitored countries has improved from 70th in 2021 and 69th in 2020 to 59th in...
Legal exemptions for agricultural vehicles and equipment explained
The legislation applicable to agricultural equipment, haulage tractors, mobile cranes and other industrial equipment is covered by the National Road Traffic Act of 1996 and Regulations (NRTA).
This equipment includes drilling machines, mobile cranes, fork...
NAMPO-Tech cultivates skills FOR THE FUTURE OF FARMING
As South Africa’s grain industry continues to modernise, the demand for skilled, work-ready professionals is growing rapidly. Today’s farms rely on advanced machinery, digital systems, and precision technologies that require more than just conventional...
What to do when someone applies for mineral rights on your land
Landowners or lawful occupiers of property often ask what they should do when someone else applies for mineral or petroleum resource rights (or related approvals) on their land. As a producer, it is necessary...
THINKING OF A DEGREE IN AGRICULTURE?
Studying agriculture offers a unique perspective on feeding a growing global population. Agricultural science explores farming from microcosm to macrocosm. It delves into ethical and environmental solutions for feeding the world.
It addresses environmental issues...
Navigating product recalls and the implication of aflatoxin contamination
In early 2024, South Africa faced a significant peanut butter recall due to the detection of elevated levels of aflatoxin. When the exact extent of contamination is unclear, a broad recall is often necessary...
The ideal business entity for farming operations
Agriculture is a vital sector of the South African economy, contributing significantly to employment and gross domestic product (GDP). However, producers often face numerous challenges, including climate change, market volatility, and regulatory requirements. One...
CELEBRATING AWARD WINNERS in the grain farming family
‘It is with joy and pride that we celebrate the innovation and dedication of grain producers in South Africa at the 25th Grain Producer of the Year function. The nominees in each category have...
Can Foskor produce a turnaround?
It is estimated that Foskor’s Phalaborwa mines hold ore reserves of more than 1,5 billion tons of some of the best phosphoric rock in the world. This is equivalent to 92 more years of...
