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Aquaponics: what is it and why farm this way
Aquaponics is a sustainable food production system that combines aquaculture (raising aquatic animals in tanks) with hydroponics (growing plants in water). In this system, plants and fish are grown together in a recirculating environment, where the waste produced by the fish is used to fertilize the plants, and the plants, in turn, clean the water…
Read MoreCool Solar speak to Agriculture.co.zw at ADMA Agrishow 2022
Innocent from Cool Solar Africa took time out to talk to us about their new containerised solar power plants which are ideal for remote farm locations. … #farmers #agribusiness #solar #zimbabwe #agriculture #agrishow
Read MoreSupplementary Feeding of Cattle in Winter
Supplementary Feeding of Cattle in Winter Due to several weather related factors, winter is usually a difficult season for cattle and cattle farmers. During this time of the year, the ruminants require more resources and cautious management practices that ensure their survival and optimal performance with regards to production. Livestock farmers are expected to pay…
Read MoreAscites in Chickens: Causes and Prevention
Ascites syndrome in chickens is a condition that leads to excess accumulation of body fluids in a bird’s abdominal region. It is also commonly called “water belly” or “Pulmonary Hypertension Syndrome” by Scientists.1 Sometimes containing yellow protein clots2, the accumulated body fluids vary in colour and consistency and could lead to complications with an affected…
Read MoreThe importance of phosphorus during the rains 
The Importance of Phosphorus Supplementation during the Rainy Season in Cattle Farming Phosphorus deficiency is a reversible nutritional challenge in cattle farming that requires Phosphorus supplementation. As an important mineral that serves the function of facilitating optimal performance, it is salient to ensure that cattle are sufficiently provided with Phosphorus, P. The Importance of Phosphorus…
Read MoreMycotoxins: what are they and how to prevent them
Mycotoxins: What are they and how to prevent them? Even though it is not often asked what mycotoxins are or how they can be prevented, the toxins still remain detrimental to the wellbeing of humans and livestock alike. Mycotoxins are harmful and have been reported to cause serious illnesses such as cancer, and even death…
Read MoreImproving livelihoods with crop diversification
Improving Rural Livelihoods in Zimbabwe through Crop Diversification. Many rural communities across Africa – Zimbabwe inclusive – and other developing regions of the world depend on agriculture for survival, either in the form of crop production, livestock farming, fishing and/or forestry; all making huge contributions to national economies. Sadly, despite these economic contributions, it is…
Read MoreSoil fertility management and malnutrition
Parched skin; milky eyes; dry, dull and straw-like looking or completely lost hair, weakness, unplanned weight loss and in other cases, weight gain/obesity. These are some physical evidences of malnutrition in children and adults alike; usually an outcome of abnormal nutrient intake levels (excessive, deficient or imbalanced) by the human body. This articles therefore takes…
Read MoreGoat farming in Zimbabwe, is it profitable?
Goat farming has proven to be a profitable business in Zimbabwe. They are beneficial because they are easy to care for, and the feeds costs are low due to the various foods consumed in the goat’s diet. The demand for goat meat is on the rise primarily due to people wanting to try different types…
Read MoreBees: how and why would you want to keep them?
Beekeeping (or apiculture) is the humans’ maintenance of bee colonies, commonly in artificial hives. Why are Bees so important, and why would you want to keep them? All types of Bees are crucial to life on this planet, and they are essential because they pollinate and our food sources amongst that pollination. Insects moving pollen from…
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