Agriskoops (English)

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by the Horticulturist & Irrigation Scheduler at DFM Technologies, Jeromeo Mento. He gives an overview of irrigation scheduling and explains why it is important to provide crops with the right amount of water. He discusses the risks of both under- and over-irrigation and how DFM Technologies can assist farmers with effective irrigation scheduling.

On Agriskoops today, we listen to excerpts from a talk by the Chief Economist of the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa, Wandile Sihlobo. He discusses the possible impact of this week’s snow on the agricultural sector and highlights that it is not all negative, as the melting snow could have long-term benefits for agriculture.

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by Dr Bobbie van der Westhuizen and Herman Labuschagne of SA Studbook. They discuss the importance of data in making better breeding decisions and give an overview of the data SA Studbook provides farmers and breeders on a day-to-day basis. They also explain how farmers and breeders can plug into SA Studbook to use data to make informed decisions and stay competitive.

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by Martin Booyens of the company InteliGro. He talks about biologicals and how they are your ally for better yields during El Niño. He gives an overview of how biologicals require a proactive approach rather than a reactive one and why early integration into a crop health strategy is important.

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by Nicolene Schoeman, Sales Manager at Baytrac. She gives an overview of fleet management tips that can help farms and businesses save money and explains how driver behaviour, route optimisation, and regular vehicle maintenance can reduce costs over the long term.

On Agriskoops today, we talk to the agricultural economist and credit liaison officer at Senwes, Carla Myburgh. She is the winner of the 2026 Women’s Voice in Agriculture competition. She shares what the achievement means to her personally and why it is significant for women working in the agricultural sector. She also discusses the opportunities and challenges women face in agriculture and highlights the important contribution they make to the future of the industry.

On Agriskoops today: We are joined by Kimberlee de Beer of the company Reluvo. She discusses the company’s golf carts, which are designed for more than just the golf course and can be used on farms, large residential complexes, resorts and business premises. She gives an overview of the unique features of Reluvo’s vehicles and explains how they offer customers both comfort and peace of mind.

On Agriskoops today, we are joined by Antoine van Heerden, founder and CEO of ButtaNutt. He discusses the growing popularity of macadamia milk in South Africa, as well as the challenges facing the plant-based milk market. He gives an overview of ButtaNutt, the processors the company works with and how his family background in macadamia farming influences his approach to the industry.

On Agriskoops today: We are joined by Nicolene Schoeman, Sales Manager at Baytrac. She gives an overview of fleet management tips that can help farms and businesses save money and explains why effective fleet management is not only for large companies. She also discusses how Baytrac can help farmers, small businesses and larger companies reduce their fuel costs and manage their vehicles more efficiently.

On Agriskoops today, we talk to Christel Basson, Marketing and Communications Manager at OVK and runner-up in the 2026 Women’s Voice in Agriculture competition. She shares insight into her role at OVK and discusses the important role women play in agriculture. Basson also explains how OVK has been actively promoting and supporting women in agriculture over the past few years.