Mpumalanga DARDLEA and Potatoes SA Equip Amsterdam Farmers With Practical Potato Farming Skills
The Mpumalanga Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Environment and Land Administration (DARDLEA) has partnered with Potatoes SA to give farmers in Amsterdam, under Mkhondo Local Municipality, practical training in potato production. The hands-on workshop focused on improving farmers’ knowledge of planting techniques, crop management and sustainable production practices. As part of the initiative, potatoes were planted at the Women Power…
Willie Aucamp Calls for Greater Unity Among Farmers to Strengthen South Africa’s Food Security
Agriculture Minister Willie Aucamp has called on farmers across South Africa to work together to ensure sufficient food production and strengthen the country’s food security. The Minister made the call while participating in the Farmer’s Weekly Agricultural Forum at Die Krip, outside Magaliesburg, where he joined commercial and emerging farmers, agribusiness professionals, agricultural students, policymakers and other sector stakeholders. The…
How ARC Cultivar Trials Help Farmers Choose the Right Crop Varieties
Choosing the right cultivar is one of the most important decisions a farmer makes before planting a crop. The cultivar selected can influence yield, production costs, crop performance and the ability of a crop to cope with different farming conditions. Farmers also need to consider the risks associated with growing a particular cultivar, especially when weather conditions and production environments…
