Apr
28
Tunnelfind.co.za launches in SA
April 28, 2010 | Leave a Comment
Tunnel farming is a great way to maximize agricultural produce within tight space requirements. Traditionally, tunnel farming has been kept in the shade in terms of public knowledge.
Tunnel farming is a recognized agricultural practice with its root base in hydroponics, or, farming without soil.
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Mar
10
Underinsured SA farmers face huge risks
March 10, 2010 | Leave a Comment
Underestimating the replacement value of farming equipment, combined with a failure to regularly review their policies, means that the percentage of South Africa’s farmers who are underinsured could be as high as 70%.
“There is a definite trend of underinsurance in the agriculture industry, says Jonjon Smit, sales director at CIB Insurance Solutions (CIB). “Based on [...]