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January 9, 2019

Above-average rainfall expected in late summer

The summer rainfall region can expect continued above-average rainfall during late summer, while below-average rainfall expected during early autumn. This was according to Cobus Olivier, a weather forecaster at the South African Weather Service. Olivier said […]
October 3, 2018
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A masterclass in irrigation efficiency by Israel

The improvements that Israeli companies have made to drip irrigation have seen them emerge as world leaders in irrigation efficiency. Inventors from all parts of the world take inspiration from them to offer an entire spectrum […]
September 25, 2018
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Rethinking sustainable development

Growing awareness of the interconnectedness between water, energy and food security is resulting in a more holistic way of measuring sustainability, says Dr Nadine Methner from the African Climate and Development Initiative at the University of […]
August 15, 2018
Conserving water on farms in South Africa

Farmers Advised to Conserve Water

DURBAN – Farmers have been advised to conserve water with above average temperatures are expected, particularly over the northern parts of South Africa. The advice by the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (DAFF) comes after […]