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Protected farming gives growers more control over climate, irrigation, crop protection and production quality. Greenhouses, tunnels and shade-net structures are designed to protect crops from

When people think about farming, they usually picture tractors, planters, pivots and harvesters. Yet across the country, aircraft in farming in South Africa are becoming a more

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is one of those critical distant shocks that can become local very quickly. By the time a war seems far

Chili thrips, Scirtothrips dorsalis Hood, is a more recently introduced pest that was first reported in the US from Florida in 2004 and Texas in 2008.

In this era, the journey of our food from farm to fork is increasingly scrutinized. Understanding food traceability has never been more important. This is

In today’s fast-changing agricultural landscape, staying competitive means adopting the latest advancements in farming practices, technologies, and strategies. For South African farmers interested in greenhouse

As we celebrate the 80th birthday of Johan Swiegers, the Editor of Nufarmer Africa Magazine and Undercover Farming Magazine, it is an opportune moment to

We receive many enquiries from people wishing to start up hydroponic businesses. Very often the enquiry consists of single query such as “How much would it

Rijk Zwaan, an international fruit and vegetable breeding company, is celebrating its first centenary.Since its foundation in 1924, Rijk Zwaan has grown into a global

Dynatrade: Pioneering Excellence in Horticultural Solutions A Rich Legacy: The History of Dynatrade In the dynamic world of horticulture, few names stand out as prominently

Early Life and Engineering Background Johan Hannekom, a seasoned farmer from Brits has a story that mirrors the struggles and triumphs of many in the

South African Agriculture and the Technological Revolution South African agriculture is being swept along by the global technological revolution that is challenging traditional farming practices.

Addressing Environmental Pollution Nutrient Management – Dutch growers, who allowed nutrient-rich water to run from their farms, were contributing to chemical pollution and the increased

PUTTING FOLIAR SPRAYS IN PERSPECTIVE Rapid and Effective Absorption It is now known that not only nutrients can be foliar absorbed but also pesticides, growth

The Red Spider Mite – also known as the ‘Two Spotted Spider Mite’ – is one of those greenhouse pests that can be quite common

Honoring the Life and Achievements of Vito Rugani Mourning the Loss of a Legendary Carrot Farmer age 64. The farming community mourns the passing of

Importance of Peat-based Growing Media Peat as a substrate raw material is widely used in the production of growing media. Currently, peat is indispensable for

New generation Circaden® insect control, powered by the Cyazypyr® active, is a revolutionary product that provides early season insect protection for healthier plants from start

The two days Conference was once more marked by reputable speakers on a variety of subjects that made much impact on the visitors. During the

The latest aquaculture farm in Namibia, Oribi Aquaponics Namibia Trust, supplies leafy greens to all the major distributors in Namibia. Situated in Okahandja, 70km north

A New Educational Pathway in South Africa With the new school year now underway, the Citrus Growers’ Association of Southern Africa (CGA) can announce that

In Ethiopia the potato is the largest arable crop cultivated on some 181,000 ha of land annually. Only 1.3% of the total seed potato is

Following a report by Wandile Sihlobo of Agbiz in Pretoria, the solid production conditions in South Africa’s agricultural sector continue to be reflected in the

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By 2025 nearly half of South Africa’s population will be food insecure, with 48.96% of the population potentially not having enough to eat. Provincially, Limpopo

Nowadays, lettuce is becoming an increasingly important vegetable in salads, especially in urban areas and found on most home and restaurant table servings in South

It is with immense pleasure and anticipation that we welcome you to the Undercover Farming Conference Western Cape 2023, a hub of innovation, knowledge, and

Export – Hortgro, the South African deciduous fruit industry organization, welcomes the commitment of Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) to address problems at the Port of

FOOD PRODUCTION – Risks such as heavy rain, flooding, hail, frost, drought and fire are by no means new to the South African agricultural sector,

Seaweed Enhances Growth of Greenhouse Plants Seaweed and kelp are types of marine algae that are commonly used as natural fertilizers in hydroponics production. These

More about growing seedlings: The golden rules Germination and growing requirements for flowers, vegetables and herbs from seed can vary depending on the type of

The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has appointed Stephanie van der Walt as the new country manager for IFPA Southern Africa. IFPA is the result

Justin Mudge, blueberry farmer and chair of the board of BerriesZA for the past four years, believes that a stratified berry industry has been gathered

Vutlhari Chauke, a young female and owner of VT Harvest, was raised in a farming environment in Limpopo. Like with many children, the hands-on experience

Berries for export are a juicy market and could become even more so if blue berry farmers have partners such as the North-West University (NWU).

The Undercover Farming Magazine Team takes great pleasure in welcoming Tiaan and Cynthia van Straten into the Undercover Farming fold. They have created the all

Fruit Logistica 2023, staged in Berlin, Germany had 63,470 trade visitors and buyers from over 140 countries as well as 2,610 exhibitors from 92 countries

El Niño – As the deepening energy crisis continues to present problems for different parts of the agricultural sector, another major challenge that could confront

Optimum Nutrient Concentration and Ion Uptake The size of a root system as well as the ion concentration in the root zone affect ion uptake.

Research Sponsorship by CRI The Cannabis Research Institute of South Africa (CRI) has sponsored a year-long study that examines the effectiveness of medical cannabis as

Challenges in Blueberry Export The popular blueberries that we purchase from our local fresh producer formerly claimed to be a unique product from South Africa

Importance of Pathogen Management in Cannabis Cultivation Cannabis has become an important part of the greenhouse industry economy. This means it’s important to make sure