Posts by Jandrie Klopper
Cultivating innovation and transformation
In the fertile agricultural landscape of South Africa, Potatoes SA stands out as a remarkable example of innovation, collaboration, and sustainable growth. Representing a vibrant community of over 500 potato…
Read MoreLimpopo cultivar trial under irrigation at Dendron in 2024
Limpopo is a major potato production area where approximately 24.8% of the country’s total commercial potato harvest is produced by 121 producers on approximately 12 760 ha. The most prominent…
Read MoreCultivar trial under irrigation at Loskop Valley 2024
The Loskop Valley area is a potato-producing region where about 3.3% of the country’s commercial potatoes, mainly for processing purposes, are produced by 18 producers on approximately 1 715 ha…
Read MoreCHIPS September / October 2025
Aktueel / Regulatories • Regulatory10 Potatoes SA Research Symposium embraces innovation14 Staatmaker hou die finansiële vlot op koers17 Waters and rivers powering the Limpopo potato heartland18 Rol van saadaartappels in…
Read MoreProkon News September
During June/July 2025, a total of 15 potato producing regions as well as non-producing suppliers delivered potatoes nationally to fresh produce markets. Average percentage downgraded: 14.38%. Total number of bags…
Read MoreLabour inspections: Is the official official?
Earlier this year, the Department of Employment and Labour (DoEL) announced plans to recruit 20 000 new graduate interns nationally into its Inspection and Enforcement Service (IES) division over a…
Read MoreLandbouRadio weerlê mites oor aartappels
Aartappels SA se 2025-veldtog op LandbouRadio behels ‘n reeks praatjies deur voedingkundiges, navorsers en ander rolspelers, onder meer oor onderwerpe soos aartappelvariëteite en hul gebruike, gaarmaakmetodes en vele meer. Hierdie…
Read MorePotatoes and spuds: A match made on our fields and courts
In the January/February 2025 issue of CHIPS, I published an article titled “Potatoes, a sportsman’s snack” and in it, referred to how potatoes served as an energy source for runners…
Read MoreSmall potatoes, big benefits: Nutritional power for school meals
Following our March/April 2025 CHIPS article regarding the value of small potatoes in the diets of school-going children, Potatoes SA has undertaken a further study to emphasise the vital role…
Read MoreMazeli Farming and Projects: A story of growth, resilience, and market success
From humble beginnings to a growing force in Limpopo’s potato industry, Mazeli Farming and Projects is a shining example of how strategic support, determination, and strong market linkages can transform…
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