Agriskoops (English)

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.

On Agriskoops today, Elunda Basson, Chairperson of Sauvignon Blanc South Africa and Cellar Master at Steenberg Vineyards, shares insights on a beautifully curated coffee table book that tells the story of the cultivar in South Africa. She also highlights celebrations for Sauvignon Blanc Day on Friday, 1 May.

On Agriskoops today, we continue our discussion with Alison Hepplestone from EcoSolutions, a company specialising in poison-free, environmentally friendly pest control. EcoSolutions focuses on integrated pest management using non-toxic, sustainable methods, working with nature rather than against it. Alison explains genetic resistance in rodents and how owls and rats are used in targeted pest cont...

On Agriskoops today: Elunda Basson, Chairperson of Sauvignon Blanc South Africa and Cellar Master at Steenberg Vineyards, shares insights on the 2026 Sauvignon Blanc. The cultivar will be celebrated on Friday, 1 May, at the Suidoosterfees in Cape Town, along with a range of events throughout the month.

On Agriskoops today: Elunda Basson, Chairperson of Sauvignon Blanc South Africa and Cellar Master at Steenberg Vineyards, shares insights on the 2026 Sauvignon Blanc. The cultivar will be celebrated on Friday, 1 May, at the Suidoosterfees in Cape Town, along with a range of events throughout the month.

On Agriskoops today: we speak to the co-founder of EcoRestore Africa, Chloe Cormack. EcoRestore Africa enhances biochar with tailored microbes to restore soils and safeguard water, helping farmers increase yields, cut input costs, and build climate-resilient livelihoods. She unpacks how microbes and biochar help to solve real-world problems like drought.

On Agriskoops today: we speak to the ecologist Alison Hepplestone from EcoSolutions, a South African company specialising in poison-free, environmentally friendly pest control. EcoSolutions focuses on integrated pest management using non-toxic, sustainable methods, working with nature instead of against it. Alison explains why non-toxic and eco-friendly pest control is so important.

On today’s Agriskoops, we speak to Karla Zietsman, General Manager of the South African Pork Producers’ Organisation (SAPPO). She shares insights on the 2026 Baconer’s Brunch, the current state of the pork industry, and how well the sector is prepared to deal with disease risks, including the ongoing foot-and-mouth outbreak.

On Agriskoops today, Willie Kruger from Herholdt’s Group joins us to explain how farmers can meaningfully reduce fuel costs through smart solar solutions. He also shares more about the Herholdt’s Sigenergy system and why it’s worth considering for your farming operation.

On Agriskoops today: We are joined by Elsje Schreuder, a member of the technical and marketing team at Rovensa Next Sub-Sahara Africa. Rovensa Next is a multinational company that provides biological solutions for producers who want to farm more sustainably. Elsje tells us more about the use of adjuvants in agriculture with a specific focus on their OROWET® Technology.

On Agriskoops today: We talk to Nicolene Schoeman. She is the marketing manager at the company Baytrac. She tells us more about their wireless tracking technology and why everyone is talking about it. She also unpacks how it can benefit your company or farm.

On today’s Agriskoops, we’re joined by Michael Esmeraldo, secretary-treasurer of the South African Irrigation Institute (SABI). He explains who SABI is, why efficient irrigation is crucial to South Africa’s agricultural future, and the key challenges currently facing the irrigation sector.

On Agriskoops today, we speak to the co-founder of EcoRestore Africa, Chloe Cormack. EcoRestore Africa enhances biochar with tailored microbes to restore soils and safeguard water, helping farmers increase yields, cut input costs, and build climate-resilient livelihoods. She unpacks how EcoRestore Africa develops locally relevant microbial enhancements to biochar and other nature-based systems.

On Agriskoops today: We’re joined by Willie Kruger from Herholdt’s Group, who shares insights into what they see as the ideal energy solution for modern farming. He also explains how Herholdt’s supports farmers in reducing their reliance on diesel and what it means to partner with the company for long-term energy sustainability.