5 Sustainable Methods of Water Conservation in Agriculture Water is the lifeblood of agriculture, essential for crop growth, productivity and far… Read More

In a previous blog post, we introduced RegenZ’s Smallholder Farmer Trial in Sweetwaters, KZN. The purpose of the trial is to provide a community close to our h… Read More

True Potato Seed Trials Revolutionising Potato Farming in Kenya Despite being the second most important staple food crop in Kenya, potato farming in Kenya has… Read More

Hybrid True Potato Seed Trials Revolutionising Potato Farming in Kenya Despite being the second most important staple food crop in Kenya, potato farming in Kenya… Read More

The Proven Impact of Conservation Agriculture on Smallholder Farmers in South Africa In the vast agricultural landscapes of sub-Saharan Africa, smallholder farmer… Read More

Bringing Topsoil Back to Life with Regenerative agriculture Conventional agricultural methods continue to deplete topsoil and degrade soil health, and the current h… Read More

Conservation Agriculture vs Regenerative Agriculture: What’s the difference? While they share common principles, conservation… Read More

Overcoming Barriers to the Adoption of Technology in Agriculture In the pursuit of sustainable development goals (SDGs) and the modernisation of agri… Read More

Uncovering the True Toll of Our Global Agrifood Systems The world’s agrifood systems, essential for global sustenance and economic stability, impose an often unnoticed toll on our h… Read More

Trialling a New Era in Seed Potato Farming at Ivanhoe Farm Potato farming has long been known for its demands on soil disruption and heavy reliance o… Read More

Nurturing Growth Through Our Smallholder Farmer Trial The agricultural landscape is witnessing a transformation, one small plot at a time. RegenZ… Read More

Agricultural Enterprises: Catalysts for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) The United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) serve… Read More

The importance of upholding intellectual property rights in Africa Intellectual property rights (IPRs) stand as powerful instruments that can shape a nation’s innovation landscape… Read More

South Africa and the sub-continent are predicted to face significant challenges due to the negative impacts of climate change. Agriculture, as the prima… Read More

An article by Andrew Ardington, founder of the Regenerative Agriculture Association of Southern Africa, highlights how regenerative agriculture can’t be minimised into a tick-box activ… Read More

Starting and scaling hemp farming projects in South Africa: challenges and strategies In a groundbreaking move, South Africa officia… Read More

Smallholder farmers are the unsung heroes of global food security. In the vast fields and modest plots that stretch across continents, they produce appr… Read More

5 Benefits of Regenerative Agriculture for Smallholder Farmers As the world grapples with environmental degradation and climate change, regenerative… Read More

Hemp Farming Opportunities and Challenges for Small-Scale Farmers in South Africa The global hemp industry has been experiencing a resurgence in… Read More

Precision agriculture is revolutionising farming practices worldwide, and South Africa is no exception. With its potential to optimise crop production… Read More

Chemical fertilisers have long been relied upon by farmers to boost crop yields. However, their excessive use has led to environmental pollution, increa… Read More

Uncovering the Alarming Trend of Decreasing Nutrient Levels in Our Food A recent article in the Daily Maverick warns that “food we consume is beco… Read More

As a South African farmer, you are always looking for ways to improve your yields and reduce your expenses. One method that has gained popularity in recent years is the use of a Johnson-Su b… Read More

The South African agriculture sector is a vital contributor to the country’s economy. With increasing global demand for South African agricultural products, there is a growing need for… Read More

Potatoes are a staple food for millions of people across the African continent. However, potato farming in Africa is often faced with challenges such as disease, low yields, and limited acce… Read More

In today’s connected world, agritech (agricultural technology) is becoming increasingly accessible. It’s time for today’s farmers to harness the potential of new technology… Read More

When people think of regenerative farming, they often conjure up images of a hippie farming community singing “Khumbaya” as they plant and nurture every seed by hand. Ok, perhaps… Read More

We’ll just say it straight: modern industrial agriculture simply cannot sustain human populations for generations to come. Its negative impacts include soil loss and degradation, green… Read More

Many regenerative farming methods are based on traditional, pre-industrial agricultural practices, and crop rotation is no different. These days, however, we have more information and techno… Read More

RegenZ Founder and CEO Justin Platt lists his 6 top agricultural trends for 2023.  As a major agricultural producer and exporter, South Africa’s agricultural industry plays an… Read More

The Fifth Ukulinga Howard Davis Memorial Symposium incorporated with The Southern African Adaptation Colloquium (Adaptation Network) was held on October 12 – October 14, 2022 at the Uk… Read More

Did you know that plants spend a good portion of their energy ‘feeding’ beneficial soil microbes? In turn, these microbes in the soil play an important role in plant performance… Read More

Around the world, farmers are facing challenges such as climate change, supply chain issues due to the COVID-19 pandemic, habitat and ecology destruction as they try to maintain profitabilit… Read More

‘Sustainable’ agriculture and ‘regenerative’ agriculture are terms that are often used interchangeably. Although these practices share some of the same methods and ph… Read More

The Incredible Uses of Biochar in Agriculture  Biochar is an age-old method of improving soil health. The earliest known use of biochar in agriculture was over 2,000 years ago by the… Read More

Cover Cropping in Farming: A Regenerative Way to Build Soil Health  Modern, industrial agricultural production contradicts natural laws and principles, including the practice of grow… Read More

The History of Sustainable Agriculture in South Africa Over the past 50 years, South African agriculture has created a system that is both economically and ecologically unsustainable. As… Read More

Michael Phillips on Mycorrhizal Fungi and Plants In an interview in the Acres U.S.A. magazine, Michael Phillips, an organic orchardist practising holistic and biodynamic techniques to grow… Read More

The 5 Best Carbon Footprint Calculator Apps & Websites In recent years, the drive for governments, businesses, and everyday people to reduce their carbon footprints has become a hot to… Read More

How Can Regenerative Agriculture Create Carbon Drawdown? There’s a growing consensus emerging among soil scientists that regenerative agriculture could deliver a huge win for the cl… Read More

Regenerative Soil Practices: The Only Feasible Future for Food Crops The modern agricultural approach has primarily been chemically orientated, incorporating practices that degrade the so… Read More