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Regulating commercial use of hemp products
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced during his 2020 State of the Nation Address (SONA) that this year “government will open up, regulate the commercial use of hemp products, providing opportunities for ...
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John Deere aftermarket parts service delivers real solutions in real time
John Deere is running a campaign to remind South Africa’s farmers of the world-class technology, advice and support available via its aftermarket parts service delivered by ...
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Food shortage would be a serious crisis in UK under lockdown, says GODAN executive director
In the UK’s coronavirus lockdown situation, it is imperative that plans are in place to ensure the supply chain remains open, functional and optimised, according to ...Rooibos retains GI protection status in the UK
There has been speculation around whether South African products, such as Rooibos, will continue to enjoy Geographical Indicator (GI) status following the UK’s withdrawal from the ...4 African finalists make the shortlist for Commonwealth Youth Awards 2020
The 16 finalists in this year’s Commonwealth Youth Awards, including innovators, activists and entrepreneurs from 12 countries, have been announced. All will each receive a trophy, ...Blueberry market overview: Competition remains fierce
Fresh Plaza recently published a blueberry market overview. In recent years, the high prices recorded and the growing consumption of blueberries have led to increases in ...
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Tru-Cape says it is ready to meet its commitments and protect its staff and customers during Covid-19
South Africa’s largest exporter of apples and pears, Tru-Cape Fruit Marketing, owned by Two-a-Day in the Elgin, Grabouw, Villiersdorp and Vyeboom valleys and Ceres Fruit Growers in Ceres in South Africa’s Western ... -
‘Bringing the right balance between great genetics and commercial success’
Martijn Kuiper new Head of Product Management Syngenta Flowers Europe Syngenta Flowers announces the appointment of Martijn Kuiper (MBA) as new Head of Product Management EAME. The company has been focusing on ... -
Revolutionise food production system or face mass deforestation, scientists warn
Unless land management strategies are overhauled to reduce the gap between forestry and agriculture, it will be impossible to feed and nourish the human population without further damaging the environment and forests, ... -
Freshwater Is Disappearing. Can Technology Save Us?
Global climate change and the exponential increase in population has led to water scarcity and recent headline-grabbing water shortages in major urban centers like Capetown and Sao Paulo. As water scarcity or ...
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The Unexpected Contribution of COVID-19 To The Fresh Produce Export Industry
By: Dr. Nimrod Israely – Founder and CEO – Biofeed Ltd ,and The Fruit Fly Research Institute In the previous manifesto, I wrote that the Coronavirus crises ...Farmers exempted from 21-day lockdown to curb Covid-19 spread
Farmers, it’s official. You are not on lockdown. Food For Mzansi can confirm that farming and agricultural processing are considered an essential service, and therefore exempted ...A farmer’s guide to coronavirus measures
The minister of agriculture, Thoko Didiza, called an urgent meeting on 16 March to deliberate regarding the measures that the agricultural industry should take, following the ...BIG WIN FOR FARMERS AND RURAL ROAD USERS TODAY IN THE GRAHAMSTOWN HIGH COURT
This statement is issued on behalf of Agri Eastern Cape by Doug Stern, President Judgement was today handed down by Judge HG Beshe in the Grahamstown ...
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Regulating commercial use of hemp products
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced during his 2020 State of the Nation Address (SONA) that this year “government will open up, regulate the commercial use of hemp ...The Unexpected Contribution of COVID-19 To The Fresh Produce Export Industry
By: Dr. Nimrod Israely – Founder and CEO – Biofeed Ltd ,and The Fruit Fly Research Institute In the previous manifesto, I wrote that the Coronavirus crises ...Tru-Cape says it is ready to meet its commitments and protect its staff and customers during Covid-19
South Africa’s largest exporter of apples and pears, Tru-Cape Fruit Marketing, owned by Two-a-Day in the Elgin, Grabouw, Villiersdorp and Vyeboom valleys and Ceres Fruit Growers ...Boosting Nigeria’s fertiliser supply to 200,000 farmers
The Africa Fertiliser Financing Mechanism (AFFM) has launched a $2.2m project to provide fertiliser suppliers in Nigeria with financial support to improve supply for 200,000 smallholder ...
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