Posts by Jandrie Klopper
Importance of presenting evidence correctly
During disciplinary and arbitration proceedings, the employer has a responsibility to present evidence to the chairperson or commissioner to prove its case. Evidence is defined as “the available body of…
Read MoreBelê veilig én met goeie groei
Verskeie faktore speel ’n bepalende rol in ’n veeprodusent se besluit om kapitaal binne of buite sy boerdery te belê. Drie faktore wat dikwels ’n belegger se besluit kan beïnvloed,…
Read MoreNxazonke: An agenda for small and urban producers
Recent research using scenario-based analyses and modelling suggests that cities can sustain themselves with fruits and vegetables if 30% of urban land is devoted to urban agriculture (UA). Small-scale producers,…
Read MorePotatoes, a sportsman’s snack
Potatoes SA was thrilled to participate in the annual Soweto Marathon, popularly known as ‘the people’s race’. This event brought together 20 000 people, uniting not only the people of…
Read MoreTransformation and the potato industry
The South African potato industry, a cornerstone of the country’s agricultural economy, is undergoing significant transformation. Efforts to promote inclusivity in production, market access, skills development, and gender equity are…
Read MoreFrom rural roots to agricultural success
Bhekani Zondo’s journey from rural life in uMswililia near Port Shepstone to a career in agricultural economics is a tale of passion, perseverance, and purpose. Raised in a farming household,…
Read MoreXolani Hlatshwayo’s agricultural journey
Xolani Hlatshwayo, a young man from Mkuze in KwaZulu-Natal, was raised by his mother along with three siblings. He started his education at Elundini Primary School in Ngwavuma and completed…
Read MorePotatoes SA projects in the Sandveld and Eastern Cape
The past few years saw Potatoes SA launching various projects in the Sandveld and Eastern Cape, the goal being to enable potato producers to take better and more informed decisions.…
Read MoreAartappel SA-projekte in die Sandveld en Oos-Kaap
Aartappels SA het die afgelope jaar verskeie projekte in die Sandveld en Oos-Kaap geloods wat aartappelprodusente in staat stel om beter, meer ingeligte besluite te neem. Hierdie projekte sluit die…
Read MoreUsing cover crops as green manure to combat Verticillium wilt in potatoes
Verticillium wilt is known for causing early maturing and die-off in potato plants. In other words, it shortens the potato plant’s growing period, lowers its crop yield, and ultimately leads…
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