On today’s Agriskoops, we speak to Karla Zietsman, General Manager of the South African Pork Producers’ Organisation (SAPPO). She shares insights on the 2026 Baconer’s Brunch, the current state of the pork industry, and how well the sector is prepared to deal with disease risks, including the ongoing foot-and-mouth outbreak.

On Agriskoops today, Willie Kruger from Herholdt’s Group joins us to explain how farmers can meaningfully reduce fuel costs through smart solar solutions. He also shares more about the Herholdt’s Sigenergy system and why it’s worth considering for your farming operation.

On Agriskoops today: We are joined by Elsje Schreuder, a member of the technical and marketing team at Rovensa Next Sub-Sahara Africa. Rovensa Next is a multinational company that provides biological solutions for producers who want to farm more sustainably. Elsje tells us more about the use of adjuvants in agriculture with a specific focus on their OROWET® Technology.

On Agriskoops today: We talk to Nicolene Schoeman. She is the marketing manager at the company Baytrac. She tells us more about their wireless tracking technology and why everyone is talking about it. She also unpacks how it can benefit your company or farm.

On today’s Agriskoops, we’re joined by Michael Esmeraldo, secretary-treasurer of the South African Irrigation Institute (SABI). He explains who SABI is, why efficient irrigation is crucial to South Africa’s agricultural future, and the key challenges currently facing the irrigation sector.

On Agriskoops today, we speak to the co-founder of EcoRestore Africa, Chloe Cormack. EcoRestore Africa enhances biochar with tailored microbes to restore soils and safeguard water, helping farmers increase yields, cut input costs, and build climate-resilient livelihoods. She unpacks how EcoRestore Africa develops locally relevant microbial enhancements to biochar and other nature-based systems.

On Agriskoops today: We’re joined by Willie Kruger from Herholdt’s Group, who shares insights into what they see as the ideal energy solution for modern farming. He also explains how Herholdt’s supports farmers in reducing their reliance on diesel and what it means to partner with the company for long-term energy sustainability.

On Agriskoops today: We listen to excerpts from a talk by Wandile Sihlobo, Chief Economist of the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa. With the Western Cape planting season approaching, he unpacks how the Middle East conflict is affecting agriculture, particularly rising fuel and fertiliser costs.

On Agriskoops today: we talk to Nicolene Schoeman. She is the marketing manager at the company Baytrac. She tells us more about their wireless tracking technology. She explains what makes Baytrac's wireless tracking solution stand out. She also explains the term geofencing and why these tracking systems are secure and reliable.

On Agriskoops today: Veterinarian Dr Mark Chimes shares insights from a past webinar on how improved animal welfare can boost profitability on dairy farms. He unpacks what good welfare means in practice, including cost considerations and effective pain management strategies. We also hear practical guidance on the use of aspirin in dairy cattle.