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A Guide to Subtropical Fruit Farming in Limpopo

Limpopo’s climate and soil conditions make it ideal for subtropical fruit farming.

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Farmers in Moletjie Empowered to Boost Maize Production

The Capricorn North-Western Agro-Ecological Zone gathered farmers from Ga-Mabitsela and nearby villages

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How to Fix and Prevent Soil Erosion on Your Sloping Land

Soil erosion is a common challenge for farmers with sloping land. Heavy

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Farmers Urged to Prepare as La Niña Promises Wetter Season for South Africa

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has forecast a wetter growing season

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The Essential Toolkit for a New Small-Scale Farmer

Starting a small-scale farm requires careful planning and the right set of

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ARC-PHP Hosts Bankrupt Bush Awareness Campaign at Farmers Day in Sengatane

On 3 October 2025, the Agricultural Research Council – Plant Health and

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How to Set Up a Solar-Powered Electric Fence for Load Shedding

Load shedding affects every part of farming. It disrupts water pumping, storage,

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North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Implements Detailed Thuntsha Lerole Programme in Tswaing

The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development conducted the Thuntsha

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How to Use a Keyline Plow for Water Management

A Keyline plow is a specialized tool designed to improve water infiltration,

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Department of Agriculture Hosts LandCare Awareness Campaign in Graaff-Reinet

On 02 October 2025, the Department of Agriculture (DoA) hosted a LandCare

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How to Build a Low-Cost Chicken Tractor for Pasture Rotation

A chicken tractor is a movable coop that allows chickens to forage

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Day 2 in Durban Strengthens Pest Surveillance Capacity with Digital Tools and Field Training

Day 2 of the Train-the-Trainer Programme under the African Phytosanitary Programme wrapped

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