In October last year, Hemp Africa SA, in partnership with a group of 54 previously disadvantaged farmers from the Gouda Farmers’ Association, launched a research and development hemp project on 0,5ha of land belonging to the Gouda community trust.If all works out, the partnership hopes to turn Gouda in the Western Cape into South Africa’s hemp-producing hub.
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How does Hemp Seed Farming Work?
Hemp seed farming involves growing and harvesting hemp plants for their seeds, which can be used for a variety of purposes, such as food, oil, and supplements. The process of hemp seed farming starts with selecting the right seeds, preparing the soil, and planting the seeds in the ground. Hemp plants require well-drained soil, plenty of sunlight, and regular watering to grow properly.
At Grupo Arcor we believe in pursuing dreams and making them come true. All the milestones in the history of Arcor show that it is people, their entrepreneurial spirit and team work are the engine towards achieving our goals. The challenge of opening Angola´s largest chocolate, candy and biscuit factory was no exception.
“Crossing Borders: From Argentina to Angola” is a documentary short film showcasing this great milestone through the testimony of its protagonists. This innovative format allows you to put focus on people, their stories, feelings and expectations:
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Stevia – a leafy alternative to sugar Stevia, an ancient South American herb, might just be the answer for those who crave sugar but looking for a healthier alternative. FACTS The overuse of refined sugar in processed foods such as cold drinks and pastries has been given the blame for various illnesses. Stevia is aptly […]
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Data released by the United Nations shows that about 278 million people in Africa, around one- fifth of the continent’s total population, are affected by hunger as of 2021. This figure is about 50 million higher than in 2019. The 2022 Global Report on Food Crises showed that at least one in five Africans goes to bed hungry and an estimated 140 million people on the continent face acute food insecurity.
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Tingo Foods to revolutionize Africa’s food industry with US$1.6bn agri-food processing plant in Nigeria NIGERIA – Agri-food company Tingo Foods, a subsidiary of the Tingo International Holding Inc group, has announced the beginning of a US$1.6 billion agri-food processing unit construction in Onicha-Ugbo in Delta State. What will the plant produce ? The […]
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Tropical Heat’s vision behind Heroes was to create the perfect crisps. By using state of the art cutting techniques, a unique blanching process, high-tech packing systems and layered atmospheric packing, they accomplished their mission. Naturally top quality potatoes have been an important foundation for creating the perfect crisps. Although it is unable to see this from the outside, Agrico PSA’s potato variety Markies is “a hidden force inside Heroes crisps”! Markies is the proud number one for potato chips in Kenya, but this is another prove of its increasing demand by Kenya’s crisping industry.
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Trout were imported into South Africa in the late 1890’s to stock into rivers for angling purposes. Shortly thereafter the State erected hatcheries at strategic locations in the then Cape Province, Natal and Transvaal to produce fingerlings locally for the further stocking of rivers. This was the beginning of the aquaculture industry in SA which for many decades was State driven and focussed exclusively on the production of freshwater sport fish.
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Values are critical to success in business to day. From agribusiness to advertising, a company’s core values lay the foundation for what the company cares about most, providing a common purpose that all employees should understand, work towards and live by. Companies without values tend to fall prey to internal chaos and reputational risk. But the proof of the pudding is in the eating.
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Small Farmers Can Thrive in Blueberry Farming: Tips and Strategies Photo Credit: Farmers Weekly Blueberry farming is a lucrative venture that can provide small farmers with a sustainable source of income. The demand for blueberries continues to grow, driven by their nutritional value and health benefits. In this follow-up article, we will provide tips and […]
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