Agriskoops (English)

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by the a member of the technical and marketing team at Rovensa Next Sub-Saharan Africa, Karla Hüsselmann. Rovensa Next is a multinational company that provides biological solutions for farmers who want to farm more sustainably. Unlike most other companies, biological solutions are the focus of Rovensa Next. Hüsselmann explains citrus creasing, including what caus...

On Agriskoops today, we speak to the CEO of Microcare Energy, Gareth Burley Microcare Energy designs and manufactures solar and other renewable energy products in South Africa, including inverters, MPPTs, geyser controllers, solar pump controllers, and mini-grid systems. Burley explains how the company’s locally manufactured clean-energy solutions are helping homes, farms and businesses reduce ele...

On Agriskoops today, we speak to Breyton Milford, General Manager of Agri-Expo and organiser of the South African Preservation Championships. Following the success of last year’s inaugural event, preparations are now underway for an even bigger second competition. With entries now closed, the judging process will begin. He shares more background on the panel of judges and explains what the judging...

On Agriskoops today: We talk to Nicolene Schoeman. She shares more about the company and what sets it apart from its competitors. Schoeman also explains the company’s Baytrac “smart solutions”, and highlights the importance of strong after-sales service and long-term client relationships.

On Agriskoops today, we listen to excerpts from a talk by Wandile Sihlobo, Chief Economist of the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa. He discusses the impact of recent floods in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape on agriculture, explaining that while the damage is currently localised, it could have wider implications for agricultural production across South Africa in the months ahea

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by the Marketing and Development Manager for Rovensa Next in Sub-Saharan Africa, Stephan Marais. Rovensa Next is a multinational company that provides biological solutions for farmers who want to farm more sustainably. Unlike most other companies, biological solutions are the focus of Rovensa Next. Stephan tells us more about the role of potassium in plants and f...

On Agriskoops today: we speak to the Managing Director of the company, Complete Pothole Repair, Sarel Henderson. He unpacks the current condition of farm access roads and rural routes affected by potholes and deteriorating road surfaces. Henderson explains how failing road infrastructure impacts daily farming operations and how their product can help farmers and contractors repair problematic poth...

On Agriskoops today: we speak to Junel van der Merwe, a lecturer at the Institute of Cape Wine Masters and a proud advocate for South African wines and cultivars. She was recently awarded the prestigious Dave Hughes Trophy at the Cape Wine Masters Annual General Meeting. She shares what the award means to her, reflects on her work within the wine industry, and explains her passion for South Africa...

On Agriskoops today: We talk to Nicolene Schoeman. She is the sales manager at the company Baytrac. She shares more about their vehicle camera solutions and explains how these systems can help prevent accidents. She also discusses the affordability of the technology, as well as addressing common privacy concerns around in-vehicle monitoring systems.

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by the managing director of Agri Tourism Africa, Jacqui Taylor. She tells us more about Agrirourism. What is Agritourism and how van farmers benefit from it. She also explains why the South African agricultural sector is ideal for Agri Tourism.

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by the Marketing and Development Manager for Rovensa Next in Sub-Saharan Africa, Stephan Marais. Rovensa Next is a multinational company that provides biological solutions for farmers who want to farm more sustainably. Unlike most other companies, biological solutions are the focus of Rovensa Next. Stephan tells us more about the role of potassium in plants and h...

On Agriskoops today, we listen to excerpts from a talk by Wandile Sihlobo. He is the Chief Economist of the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz). He discusses the conflict in the Middle East and explains why the region remains an important market for South African agricultural exports.

On Agriskoops today: We talk to the founder and owner of Puglia Cheese, Davide Ostuni. Their handmade burrata has been named the 2026 South African Dairy Product of the Year at the SA Dairy Awards. Davide shares the secret behind a good burrata and what winning this award means for him and his team.

On Agriskoops today: We talk to Nicolene Schoeman. She is the sales manager at the company Baytrac. She tells us more about their vehicle camera solutions and how it specifically benefits your drivers.

On Agriskoops today, we listen to excerpts from a talk by Wandile Sihlobo, Chief Economist of the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa. He discusses the latest employment figures released by Statistics South Africa and unpacks the role of the agricultural sector in supporting employment in the country.

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by the Marketing and Development Manager for Rovensa Next in Sub-Saharan Africa, Stephan Marais. Rovensa Next is a multinational company that provides biological solutions for farmers who want to farm more sustainably. Unlike most other companies, biological solutions are the focus of Rovensa Next. Stephan tells us more about the role of potassium in plants.

On Agriskoops today, we speak to Breyton Milford, general manager of Agri-Expo and organiser of the South African Preservation Championships. Following the success of last year’s inaugural event, organisers are preparing for an even bigger second competition. Milford shares more about the championship, the value it offers to preservation producers of all sizes, and how entrants can take part in th...

On Agriskoops today, we continue our conversation with BirdLife International CEO’s Martin Harper about World Migratory Bird Day which was celebrated this past Saturday. He urges us to heed the warnings from declining bird populations along vital global flyways. Harper emphasises that protecting these migratory highways delivers cleaner water, food security, and climate resilience for people world...

On Agriskoops today: We talk to Nicolene Schoeman. She is the Sales Manager at the company Baytrac. She tells us more about their vehicle camera solutions. Why businesses and farmers should consider it and how AI is integrated in their systems.

On Agriskoops today, we speak to Martin Harper, Chief Executive Officer of BirdLife International. He shares more about World Migratory Bird Day, celebrated tomorrow, and the urgent warning signs emerging from declining bird populations along critical global flyways. Harper explains why protecting these migratory routes is essential and how everyone can participate in World Migratory Bird Day.

On Agriskoops today, we listen to excerpts from a talk by Wandile Sihlobo, chief economist of the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa. He discusses the uncertain weather outlook and its potential impact on South African agriculture in the coming months. He also unpacks two key issues highlighted in the recent outlook by the South African Weather Service.

On Agriskoops today, we listen to excerpts from a webinar by CropLife South Africa, presented by compliance specialist Quade Sing Jam. He shares insights on pesticide waste management, focusing on how effective inventory control can reduce waste, what farmers should consider when ordering supplies, and why maintaining appropriate stock levels is essential for responsible waste management.

On Agriskoops today: we speak to Theo de Jager, chairperson of Saai. He shares insights into Saai’s efforts to assist Zimbabwean farmers in securing compensation from the Zimbabwean government, explains the delays in payment, and unpacks the roles of Saai, the , and the international community in the process.

On Agriskoops today, we speak to Kerry Rowlands from Pannar Seed, a field agronomist based in KwaZulu-Natal. She shares insights on the importance of maize silage and unpacks the key steps to achieving high-quality silage, from planting and early management to harvesting and final production.

On Agriskoops today, we listen to excerpts from a talk by Wandile Sihlobo, chief economist of the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa. He explains why South Africa could see a record canola harvest in the 2026/27 season, supporting this outlook with data and outlining the factors driving the steady increase in production.