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- Optimism as China expresses interest increases SA imports
South Africa’s agriculture and economic sectors have welcomed a significant diplomatic overture from the Chinese government, whom was signalling interest in increasing imports of South African agricultural product. Read more » - Machinery and tractor brands finalise mega displays at Nampo
Machinery and tractor exhibits that had been in the planning for nearly a year were getting their final spit and polish this week as mega exhibitors prepared for the gates to open at Nampo Harvest Day on Tuesday, 13 May. Read more » - Livestock breeds undergo strict biosecurity protocols ahead of Nampo
The livestock component at Nampo Harvest Day has, over the years, become one of the highlights at the show, with 27 cattle breeds and 16 sheep, pig and goat breeds taking part in the exhibitions this year. Read more » - Million-kilometre Hino truck starts new phase with Midlands grocer
With regular servicing and maintenance, this trouble-free Hino 15-258 500 Series truck is set to keep going strong for many more kilometres to come. Read more » - Growing onion sets
Bill Kerr discusses what onion sets are, and how and when to produce them to obtain the maximum financial benefit. Read more » - Sunny and cool weather expected to welcome Nampo visitors
Farmers, visitors and vendors alike can breathe a sigh of relief as perfect weather conditions are predicted for Nampo, taking place in Bothaville, Free State, from 13 to 16 May. Read more » - More than 200 aircraft expected to land at Nampo airfield
With Nampo Harvest Day being the biggest agricultural show in the Southern Hemisphere, traffic jams are inevitable as over 80 000 people descend on the narrow country roads around Bothaville in the Free State in May each year. The solution? Fly in, as over 1 000 people do each year. Read more » - China ‘unfazed’ by loss of US grain and oilseed imports
With its diversification of sources of grains and oilseeds in recent years, China claims it will not be affected by changing trade dynamics with the US. Read more » - Over 350 000 chickens culled as state-owned farm faces financial crisis
Financial woes at a state-funded, black-owned farm have resulted in the starvation and culling of thousands of broilers. Read more » - Charting a course for your Overseas Move
As Southern Africa’s largest independent removal company, Biddulphs International has dedicated four generations of experience and expertise to moving prized possessions and households all over the world for over 95 years. Every move is handle with care, pride, and the utmost professionalism. Read more »
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