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AgriProtein fly farming
Maggot farmer to expand from Cape Town to California
31st October 2019 By: Bloomberg

The company behind the world’s first industrial-scale maggot farm based on organic waste plans to kick off its international expansion with a plant in California next year, taking advantage of two... 


Major salmon-farming project launched in Lesotho
2nd August 2019 By: Rebecca Campbell

Fresh-water salmon fish-farming company Pure Salmon has announced a major investment in Lesotho, to establish a recirculating aquaculture system (RAS) salmon farm in the country’s highland... 


Major salmon-farming project announced for Lesotho
23rd July 2019 By: Rebecca Campbell

Fresh-water salmon fish-farming company Pure Salmon has announced a major investment in Lesotho, to establish a recirculating aquaculture system salmon farm in the country’s highland Butha-Buthe... 


HIGH EXPECTATIONS 
An aerial view of the continent’s largest agriculture show being held in May
Biggest Nampo yet boasts 775 stands
10th May 2019 By: Halima Frost

The southern hemisphere’s largest agriculture expo, the Grain SA Nampo Harvest Day, will feature a record-breaking 775 stands, and organiser Grain SA says that all of the stands have now been sold... 


SME OPPORTUNITIES 

The most successful projects in which Hyson Cells has been involved are where women-owned teams have been employed
SME politics hindering civil projects, says consulting firm
5th April 2019 By: Cameron Mackay

Government efforts to motivate for the employment of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for civil engineering and construction projects are causing difficulties for local infrastructure... 


THE MATZIKAMMA MUNICIPALITY 

The Matzikamma municipality coastline was deemed suitable for land-based aquaculture farming
Uptick in demand for water-sector consulting
5th April 2019 By: Cameron Mackay

Despite subdued demand for consulting engineering services in South Africa, engineering consulting firm SRK Consulting South Africa has noted an increase in demand for the group’s water-sector... 


THEEWATERSKLOOF DAM WESTERN CAPE

Water is going to be the kingpin in just about every decision-making sector
Water monitoring platform one-stop shop for S Africa water intelligence
14th December 2018 By: Cameron Mackay

The website application Mzansi Amanzi (isiZulu translation of Water South Africa), has the capabilities to monitor and provide insight on surface-water resources across South Africa on a monthly... 


HAKING ITS TOLL
Hake takes less toll on the environment than most other farmed proteins
Trawling for a cleaner environment
24th August 2018

An international study has revealed that South African Hake has a low environmental impact; this and the fact that South African Hake comes from a sustainable and well managed fishery, makes it a... 


Saldanha Bay aquaculture development zone gets green light
Saldanha Bay aquaculture development zone gets green light
22nd June 2018 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The proposed sea-based Aquaculture Development Zone (ADZ), in Saldanha Bay, in the Western Cape, has been granted an environmental authorisation.  


Sea Harvest to acquire fishing business, stake in subsidiaries of Viking Fishing
13th June 2018 By: Marleny Arnoldi

A consortium of broad-based black economic empowerment investors, led by fishing and food business Sea Harvest together with its subsidiary Sea Harvest Corporation, has entered into sale agreements... 


The Cape Town fly factory
AgriProtein aims to break ground on R500m Gauteng fly factory in November
6th June 2018 By: Irma Venter

Waste-to-nutrient group AgriProtein aims to break ground on its second South African fly factory in November. AgriProtein rears fly larvae on organic waste and harvests the larvae to make natural,... 


Researchers discover a new coastal current off Madagascar
9th April 2018 By: Simone Liedtke

South African, Malagasy and French researchers have discovered the existence of a coastal current off Madagascar. The newly-described current, the South-West Madagascar Coastal Current, flows... 


Coega SEZ receives EIA approval for desalination, aquaculture zones
19th February 2018 By: Schalk Burger

The Coega Special Economic Zone (SEZ), in the Eastern Cape, has received environmental-impact assessment (EIA) approval for a 440 ha land-based aquaculture development zone (ADZ) and a desalination... 


New models needed to revitalise and modernise SA’s water sector
2nd February 2018 By: Donna Slater

Sustainable transformation in the South African water sector requires the introduction of new models and mechanisms for working relationships that will enhance the effective and efficient delivery... 


PROUDLY SOUTH AFRICAN
The company’s water-intensive processing and wastewater treatment operations use local raw materials, technology and deployment
Industry demand sets high targets for company
19th January 2018 By: Simone Liedtke

Activated carbon manufacturer Rotocarb aims to become the biggest activated carbon producer in Africa by 2019, owing to increasing demand and dependence on activated carbon in the wastewater... 


GREG MATTHEWS
Resources are under pressure as demand increases owing to a growing population, industry and commercial operations
Investment prioritised in water industry
19th January 2018 By: Simone Liedtke

The recent droughts in South Africa have spurred renewed prioritisation of investments to increase capacity in water supply, treatment infrastructure and management to continuously meet demand for... 


SANDER ZWEERS
The global water crisis is considered not only an environmental risk but also a social risk
Mindset change required to mitigate water crisis effects
19th January 2018 By: Simone Liedtke

Owing to water currently being a critical global commodity, engineering company Royal HaskoningDHV business development manager Sander Zweers says a societal mindset change regarding the importance... 


REVERSE OSMOSIS
Sea water will be pumped through a Suez Reverse Osmosis plant where the salt and mineral particles will be separated
Plant to be completed in March
19th January 2018 By: Simone Liedtke

Integrated solutions provider ImproChem will be completing the construction and commissioning of a desalination plant for a large factory on the West Coast, in South Africa, with the plant expected... 


Department of Environmental Affairs oceans research director Ashley Johnson
Ocean science key to supporting sustainable ocean health
6th December 2017 By: Anine Kilian

Studying and understanding ocean science is key to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set out by the United Nations (UN) and to sustain the health of the world’s oceans, according... 


DST International Cooperation and Resources deputy-director-general Daan du Toit and Norwegian Ambassador to South Africa, Botswana, Madagascar and Namibia Trine Skymoen
South Africa, Norway announce new oceans research programme
6th December 2017 By: Anine Kilian

The Norwegian Embassy in South Africa, together with the Department of Science and Technology (DST), has signed a declaration of intent to develop a new bilateral research programme focused on the... 


Norwegian ambassador to South Africa, Botswana, Madagascar and Namibia Ambassador Trine Skymoen
Second Norway-South Africa Science Week to stimulate oceans science and economy
1st December 2017 By: Schalk Burger

The second Norway-South Africa Science Week will provide a platform for scientists, researchers, civil servants and business people from both countries to share best practices and policies to... 


Potential of groundwater in spotlight again amid Western Cape drought
1st December 2017 By: Donna Slater

Groundwater still holds significant potential to provide water for various uses, especially to augment large-scale supply during drought, notes Geological Society of South Africa: Western Cape... 


FDT AFRICA 2018
The aim of fdt Africa 2018 is to consolidate the existing target groups of exhibitors and visitors
Third biennial food and drink exhibition to be held in 2018
17th November 2017 By: Simone Liedtke

Conceptualised as a “for Africa by Africa” event, exhibition company Messe München South Africa (SA) will host the third biennial food and drink technology Africa (fdt Africa) exhibition from... 


SPECIALIST PRODUCT
The HydroClaw nozzle is a specialist nozzle which is best suited for the cleaning of tanks with high solids content
Tank cleaning ensures quality batch, every time
17th November 2017 By: Simone Liedtke

Although tank cleaning is considered a ‘necessary evil’ for any producer in the wine, brewery and beverage industry, South Africa-based industrial nozzle, pump and filter supplier Spray Nozzle says... 


UPCOMING AVAILABILITY
Higher flow rates are expected to be available very soon
Value-for-money centrifugal pumps to change process
17th November 2017

The food and beverage industry is continuously looking for solutions to increase production efficiency with extremely high system pressure applications becoming more common, especially in typical... 


The Chamber of Mines is participating in and has funded a pilot project to assess the feasibility of growing herbs and vegetables on the rooftops
CoM shows off potential of rooftop agriculture in Johannesburg inner city
11th October 2017 By: Ilan Solomons

The Chamber of Mines (CoM) on Wednesday hosted the launch of the Urban Agriculture Initiative, which is aimed at creating a vibrant urban agricultural ecosystem by “innovatively” repurposing... 


STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT
With effective water management and good subsurface drainage, soil health conditions can be created for irrigation farming to assist with food security in South Africa
Agricultural irrigation efficiency framework improves water use
11th August 2017 By: Robyn Wilkinson

Through intensive research, the Agricultural Research Council’s Institute for Agricultural Engineering has developed a framework to improve water efficiency in agricultural irrigation systems in... 


PLANT PROTECTION Haygrove’s multispan polytunnel structure provides a controlled environment for the aquaponic and hydroponic systems
Creative farming methods ensure sustainability
11th August 2017 By: Robyn Wilkinson

Amid extreme weather, regulatory barriers and import competition, South African farmers need to think creatively about farming practices – not only to reduce costs but also preserve an environment... 


Fly-farm venture mulls two more SA sites, appoints heavy hitters as it expands
Fly-farm venture mulls two more SA sites, appoints heavy hitters as it expands
4th July 2017 By: Irma Venter

Waste-to-nutrient group AgriProtein will expand its presence in South Africa with two new fly-farming sites, while also growing its research and development function in the country, says CEO Jason... 


Saudi Arabia to host the Middle East’s first fly farm
5th May 2017 By: Irma Venter

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is to host the Middle East’s first fly farm, following the completion of a licensing deal between Saudi technology hub Sajt and waste-to-nutrient group AgriProtein. The... 


VERSATILITY PERSONIFIED  DT722 is suitable for measuring temperature and humidity in any controlled environment
Temperature transmitter ideal for numerous industries
21st April 2017 By: Nadine James

The DT722 relative humidity and temperature transmitter is ideal for the chemicals, food and beverage, as well as heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) industries because it offers... 


SUSTAINABLE IMPLEMENTATION
Rural areas are being targeted for the project as they have been poorly serviced in the past
Development projects a core part of business
7th April 2017 By: Simone Liedtke

Owing to the role of groundwater resource development projects in communities’ wider socioeconomic wellbeing, consulting engineering company JG Afrika’s geohydrology technical director Mark... 


Saudi Arabia to build three fly farms, says AgriProtein
Saudi Arabia to build three fly farms, says AgriProtein
28th March 2017 By: Irma Venter

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is to host the Middle East’s first fly farm, following the completion of a licensing deal between Saudi technology hub Sajt and waste-to-nutrient group AgriProtein. 
The... 


STEFANO TESTI
Modern-day renewable energy plants require technologically-advanced systems
One-stop solution gives company market edge
24th March 2017 By: Simone Liedtke

The ability to supply a full range of high-quality pumps with full back-up and support, as well as readily available spare parts, has placed pump supplier and manufacturer KSB Pumps and Valves in a... 


Manufacturer launches water campaign
24th March 2017

Pump manufacturer Grundfos announced the launch of its ‘Who Runs the Water That Runs America’ initiative last month, which was created to help water and wastewater utilities raise public awareness... 


Diverse technologies combine to offer ‘smart’ ways of improving farm yields
24th February 2017 By: Donna Slater

Consulting firm Frost & Sullivan’s science team finds that factors such as information and communications technology (ICT), chemicals, hydroponics and aquaculture inputs are augmenting profits for... 


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