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04
Mar

Sugar Refinery Saved from Costly Downtime by Expert Bearing Analysis

  • Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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Durban: A crucial sugar refinery in KwaZulu-Natal, Tongaat Hulett, averted potentially crippling production losses thanks to a meticulous bearing failure analysis conducted by SKF and their authorised distributor, Bearings Services Durban. The collaborative effort shed light on preventative measures, highlighting the often-overlooked importance of expert diagnostics in industrial settings. The refinery’s mainline pump, a vital […]

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03
Mar

Bird Flu Fears Mount as Trump Era Disrupts US Response

  • Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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By Ashely McGregor, United States Correspondent Washington D.C.: A growing sense of unease is gripping health experts across the United States as the avian influenza outbreak intensifies, compounded by what many perceive as a chaotic and fragmented response from the Trump administration. Concerns are mounting that crucial information is being suppressed, and vital communication channels […]

02
Mar

Egypt Launches Revolutionary Poultry Vaccine, Heralding New Era in Disease Prevention

  • Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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A significant leap forward in poultry health was unveiled recently against the majestic backdrop of the Grand Egyptian Museum. Boehringer Ingelheim, a global biopharmaceutical giant, launched Vaxxitek COBRA, a groundbreaking vaccine designed to protect poultry from a trio of devastating diseases: avian influenza (H5), Marek’s disease, and infectious bursal disease (IBD), all with a single […]

01
Mar

Global Push to Eradicate Deadly Sheep and Goat Plague Gains Momentum

  • Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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A concerted global effort to eradicate Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR), a devastating viral disease that plagues sheep and goats, is making significant strides. The campaign, spearheaded by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH), aims to eliminate this scourge by 2030, safeguarding livelihoods […]

28
Feb

B20 Summit Charts Course for Africa’s Future: Tech, Integrity, and the Untapped Potential of Agriculture

  • Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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Cape Town: The Business 20 (B20) summit, a gathering of global business leaders, convened in Cape Town recently, offering a stark yet hopeful vision for South Africa and the wider continent’s economic future. Amidst discussions on technology, infrastructure, and the ever-present shadow of corruption, a clear message emerged: Africa’s potential lies in its people and […]

27
Feb

Ditch Marginal Land or Face Ruin, Squeezed Farmers warned

  • Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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South African farmers, particularly smaller commercial operators, are facing a stark reality: clinging to marginal soils in the face of soaring input costs is a recipe for financial disaster. Agronomist Rinus de Bruin of NWK has issued a blunt warning, urging producers to embrace a new era of strategic land management and risk mitigation. The […]

26
Feb

The Vital Role of Temperature Monitoring in Cattle Health

  • Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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In the world of cattle farming, vigilance is key. Monitoring the body temperature of cattle is not just a routine task; it is a cornerstone of maintaining herd health, productivity, and biosecurity. Accurate temperature readings are a farmer’s first line of defense against disease, enabling early detection, improving treatment outcomes, and ultimately reducing mortality rates. […]

25
Feb

Transforming African Livestock Production: A New Era of Genetic Innovation

  • Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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In the heart of Africa, a revolution is quietly taking shape—one that promises to transform the continent’s livestock production through cutting-edge breeding technologies and innovations. According to a recent perspective paper published in Nature Genetics titled The African Animal Breeding Network as a pathway towards genetic improvement of livestock, African livestock producers stand on the […]

25
Feb

Zimbabwe Targets Ambitious Crop Surge After Famine Crisis

  • Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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Harare: Zimbabwe is embarking on an ambitious agricultural drive, aiming to dramatically increase major crop production by 340% for the coming 2024/25 summer season. This bold move comes in the wake of a devastating drought and widespread crop failures that led the government to declare a national state of disaster in 2024.   Dr. Anxious […]

25
Feb

Sky High Solutions: Space Tech Tackles Global Food Crisis

  • Ryan Matthews / 9 months
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Vienna: As the world grapples with the daunting task of feeding a population exceeding eight billion, a new report from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) shines a light on an unlikely ally: space technology. “Leveraging Space Technology for Agricultural Development and Food Security” outlines […]