The goal of every living organism, including plants, is to create offspring for the next generation. Flowering plants reproduce by seed, and to produce seed, pollination must occur.

This podcast explains what pollination is and how insects and animals play a crucial role in this process. The podcast is also available as a blog post here: Pollination 

There are many factors to consider when selecting a tilapia species. Here, in a nutshell, are the main advantages and disadvantages of each one.

Which tilapia species is best for aquaculture? This is not as simple as it sounds; the answer depends on factors such as intended use, culture system and climatic and environmental conditions. The term ‘tilapia’ refers to all fish of the cichlid family that resemble the original genus Tilapia. In Southern Africa, naturally occurring tilapia fall into two genera: Oreochromis and Tilapia. Oreochromis are maternal mouth brooders, while Tilapia are substrate spawners.

This podcast is also available as a blog post here: Get To Know Your Tilapia Fish Species 

Rabbits are an efficient, productive protein source that can be raised on properties of all sizes. This podcast explains why you should considering keeping them.

The podcast is also available as a blog post here: 7 Excellent Reasons to Raise Rabbits for Meat 

Whatever you wear, eat or use has agricultural roots, says award-winning farmer Thato Moagi, the Managing Director of Legae La Banareng Farms in Modimolle, Limpopo.

“We should be thinking of a farmer every time we eat a meal, have a drink or even just wear clothes. When we take a bath or read a book, it’s all about agriculture. Many of us have distanced ourselves from agriculture because we no longer plant our own food, and don’t see things grow.”

This podcast is also available as a blog post here: Women in Agriculture 

Riverine tilapia species are more suitable to Southern African aquaculture conditions than lacustrine species. Tilapia rendalli is a fine, deep-bodied fish, ideal for aquaponics, as it is herbivorous.

The most suitable tilapia species for the aquaculture industry grow fast and have a deep body shape, disease resistance, and the best adaptability to culture conditions.

Riverine tilapia species are more suited to the crowded conditions of aquaculture than lacustrine ones. Rivers in Southern Africa typically consist of smaller, harsher environments than the great lakes where lacustrine species have evolved.

Oreochromis mossambicus, O. andersonii, O. niloticus and Tilapia rendalli are all riverine species found in a wide range of habitats. There are, however, many other lesser-known species found outside our immediate geographical area.

This podcast is also available as a blog post here: The Best Tilapia Fish for Aquaculture 

Two types of feeding methods are are typically used when feeding rabbits, limited feeding and free-choice feeding. This podcast explains how best you can use these methods. The podcast is also available as a blog post here: Feeding Systems in Rabbitry

The most disturbing part of Agribusiness is not successful implementation of GAPs but the Marketing process. Most farmers, especially the new farmers, find it very difficult to secure markets, which is why it is important for us as Ag organisations to train and equip farmers with market linkages as well as ways in which to secure them. Here is what you have to know about Marketing in Agribusiness.

Principles of Marketing in Agriculture

Marketing involves finding out what customers want or need, producing and packaging a product which they will buy from you, rather than from your competitors, for a price that will give you a profit.

This podcast is also available as a blog post here: Marketing in Agribusiness 

The growing population has always been a massive challenge for the agricultural industry. But, the advent of the Internet of Things (IoT) based solutions has assisted the industry to tackle the concerns in a much easier way. The manual experiments, trials, and errors, and other approaches are no longer reliable to satisfy the huge demand for food. IoT in agriculture is emerging appreciably, as it has facilitated the industry and farmers to push their limitations and move on with more innovative practices. The advent of agritech with modern IoT-based solutions is ensuring the requirement of both the farmers as well as consumers along with providing benefits such as reduced time and labor requirements.

This podcast is also available as a blog post here: IoT Based Solutions has Become the Backbone of Agriculture 

Prior to a farmer starting fish farming, there are a few fundamental contemplations to guarantee achievement.

This podcast explains what you require to start a fish pond. The podcast is also available as a blog post here: What You Require To Establish a Small Fish Pond 

Butternut squash is a vegetable which grows well at the time of winter. The plantation of this variety of squash is mostly done at the time of spring season and is harvested at the time of autumn as soon as the hardening of its outer skin takes place. A winter squash type will be identified by its colour which is deep orange and smooth and hard skin. This podcast explains the agronomic practices for this crop. It is also available as a blog post here: A Comprehensive Guide to Growing Butternut Squash