Agriskoops (English)

On Agriskoops today: We are joined the Compliance Officer at Winfield United South Africa, Jandri Nienaber. She was recently appointed as the company’s first Group Compliance Officer. She gives an overview of what her new position entails and how growing up on a farm influenced her decision to pursue a career in agriculture, and shares a valuable message for women in agriculture about the role the...

On Agriskoops today: We are joined by the owner and chef of the eatery Hemelhuijs, Jacques Erasmus. Their Hedgerow Berry Jam was crowned the 2026 South African Preserved Product of the Year last week. Erasmus gives an overview of the award-winning jam, what makes it unique and how it is made using organic fruit from the Jonkmanshof farm, a family recipe and traditional handcrafted methods.

On Agriskoops today: We are joined by Kimberlee de Beer of the company Reluvo. She discusses the company’s golf carts, which are designed for more than just the golf course and can also be used on farms. She gives an overview of the unique features of Reluvo’s vehicles and explains how they offer customers both comfort and peace of mind.

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by Ben Lyeka of the African Agri Investment Indaba. He gives an overview of what attendees can expect from the Indaba, particularly the shift from subsistence farming to agriculture as a business. He also discusses the importance of investment in agriculture and improving infrastructure across Africa.

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by the portfolio and marketing manager at Limagrain Field Seeds South Africa, Danie Leeuwner. He talks about Limagrain’s main objective with their participation at NAMPO Cape this year and what farmers can expect from them this year. He also gives an overview of new technologies, cultivars or solutions that will be on display at the Limagrain exhibition.

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by the second runner-up of the 2026 Women’s Voice in Agriculture Competition, Petru Fourie. She explains why she does not see real barriers for women in agriculture, as the sector offers a variety of opportunities, from the farm to the boardroom. She also gives some valuable advice to young women who are considering a career in agriculture.

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by the Quality Control Manager at Limagrain, Lyniarie Erwee. She gives an overview of Limagrain’s quality standards for seed and explains how seed testing is conducted and why it is so important. She also discusses how rigorous seed testing benefits farmers.

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by a 2026 Women’s Voice in Agriculture finalist, Grietha van Rensburg. She was the first woman elected to the SA Vleismerino Breeders’ Society council and took over your husband’s flock 16 years ago and built the Amulet SAVM stud into an award‑winning operation. She shares her views on the role and impact of women in agriculture.

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by the Chairperson of Shiraz SA, Riaan Möller. He talks about the 14th Shiraz SA Challenge, with the winners recently announced, and shares insight into the winning wines and other entries and what they tell us about the future of South African Shiraz. He also discusses SA National Shiraz Day, celebrated today, 21 August.

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by Sarel Bam of the company NuWater. He explains why NuWater is described as a smart water treatment company serving the agricultural, mining, industrial and municipal sectors. He also discusses trends in water availability and quality that are affecting agriculture across Southern Africa.

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by the sales and marketing manager of the company Algar, Charlotte Esterhuizen. She talks about their livestock handling equipment and why it is important to have a proper ally when working with cattle and small livestock. She gives an overview of how Algar products can assist farmers to improve animal flow through the kraal. Algar will be at NAMPO Cape this Sept...

On Agriskoops today: We are joined by Nicolene Schoeman, the Sales Manager at Baytrac. She gives an overview of fleet management tips that can help farms and businesses save money, and explains how effective fleet management can also improve customer service. She ends the three week discussion with a final message to our listeners about the importance of sustainable fleet management.

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by the Horticulturist & Irrigation Scheduler at DFM Technologies, Jeromeo Mento. He gives an overview of irrigation scheduling and explains why it is important to provide crops with the right amount of water. He discusses the risks of both under- and over-irrigation and how DFM Technologies can assist farmers with effective irrigation scheduling.

On Agriskoops today, we listen to excerpts from a talk by the Chief Economist of the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa, Wandile Sihlobo. He discusses the possible impact of this week’s snow on the agricultural sector and highlights that it is not all negative, as the melting snow could have long-term benefits for agriculture.

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by Dr Bobbie van der Westhuizen and Herman Labuschagne of SA Studbook. They discuss the importance of data in making better breeding decisions and give an overview of the data SA Studbook provides farmers and breeders on a day-to-day basis. They also explain how farmers and breeders can plug into SA Studbook to use data to make informed decisions and stay competi...

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by Martin Booyens of the company InteliGro. He talks about biologicals and how they are your ally for better yields during El Niño. He gives an overview of how biologicals require a proactive approach rather than a reactive one and why early integration into a crop health strategy is important.

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by Nicolene Schoeman, Sales Manager at Baytrac. She gives an overview of fleet management tips that can help farms and businesses save money and explains how driver behaviour, route optimisation, and regular vehicle maintenance can reduce costs over the long term.

On Agriskoops today, we talk to the agricultural economist and credit liaison officer at Senwes, Carla Myburgh. She is the winner of the 2026 Women’s Voice in Agriculture competition. She shares what the achievement means to her personally and why it is significant for women working in the agricultural sector. She also discusses the opportunities and challenges women face in agriculture and highli...

On Agriskoops today: We are joined by Kimberlee de Beer of the company Reluvo. She discusses the company’s golf carts, which are designed for more than just the golf course and can be used on farms, large residential complexes, resorts and business premises. She gives an overview of the unique features of Reluvo’s vehicles and explains how they offer customers both comfort and peace of mind.

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by Antoine van Heerden, founder and CEO of ButtaNutt. He discusses the growing popularity of macadamia milk in South Africa, as well as the challenges facing the plant-based milk market. He gives an overview of ButtaNutt, the processors the company works with and how his family background in macadamia farming influences his approach to the industry.

On Agriskoops today: We are joined by Nicolene Schoeman, Sales Manager at Baytrac. She gives an overview of fleet management tips that can help farms and businesses save money and explains why effective fleet management is not only for large companies. She also discusses how Baytrac can help farmers, small businesses and larger companies reduce their fuel costs and manage their vehicles more effic...

On Agriskoops today, we talk to Christel Basson, Marketing and Communications Manager at OVK and runner-up in the 2026 Women’s Voice in Agriculture competition. She shares insight into her role at OVK and discusses the important role women play in agriculture. Basson also explains how OVK has been actively promoting and supporting women in agriculture over the past few years.

On Agriskoops today, we talk to Ben Lyeka of the African Agri Investment Indaba. He discusses the objectives of the Indaba and the importance of Africa securing its own food security through sustainable agriculture and also highlights the role of strategic partnerships between governments and the private sector in building a more sustainable and resilient agricultural sector.

On Agriskoops today, we talk to Sarel Henderson of Complete Pothole Repair. He discusses the importance of well-maintained roads for agriculture and the impact poor roads can have on farmers and the agricultural sector. Henderson explains how Complete Pothole Repair can help farmers and other role players repair potholes instantly, particularly during peak seasons and in difficult weather conditio...

On Agriskoops today, we talk to Eben du Plessis, vice president of Agri Eastern Cape. He discusses this year’s Agri Eastern Cape and Eastern Cape RPO Annual Congress, taking place on 5 and 6 August, and gives an overview of what delegates can expect. He also explains the importance of partnerships and organised agriculture in helping the sector navigate uncertainty and outlines the key outcomes Ag...