Farming
Lesotho urges US$1bn seed plan must reach small farmers
EZULWINI – A proposed $1 billion seed initiative must directly benefit smallholder farmers to be considered a success, Lesotho’s delegation has warned. Speaking...
Importance of seed selection for suitability
… in agro-ecological zones By Mthobisi Buthelezi Choosing the right seed and ensuring its quality are the foundation of successful crop production. Soil...
The resilient farm: Capture, protect, diversify
BY BONGANI MVUBU ACROSS the Kingdom of Eswatini, from the cool slopes of the Highveld to the moisture-stressed plains of the Lowveld, farmers...
List of pre-qualified agro dealers out
MBABANE – In a move to streamline operations and ensure a seamless rollout of the upcoming farming season, a list of pre-qualified agro-dealers...
Farmers back govt-led FMD vaccinations
MANZINI – Eswatini’s Government veterinary officers are freely allowed to go into private farms and vaccinate cattle against the foot-and-mouth disease, despite the...
Eswatini fights FMD without Vet Council
MBABANE – Eswatini is battling the economically devastating foot-and-mouth disease without a mandatory Veterinary Council, which is crucial in maintaining the health of...
Eswatini, SA, Mozambique join forces in fight against FMD
MBABANE – Eswatini, South Africa and Mozambique have intensified regional cooperation in the fight against foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) and other transboundary animal diseases.The...
Harnessing data to transform agriculture: Unpacking EHIS
Eswatini’s agricultural sector is entering a new era, one shaped not only by soil, seasons and skill, but increasingly by data.At the centre...
Eswatini loses FMD merit status in EU markets
MBABANE – Eswatini has officially lost its long-standing foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) merit status with European markets.This is due to the country’s proposed nationwide...
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‘Cat’ Matlala ID saga: Home Affairs official dismissed
MBABANE – Nonhlanhla Malambe, the Home Affairs official found guilty over the issuance of Eswatini national documents to Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala, has been...
MaMkhize absent as Eswatini team suffer 2nd defeat
NHLANGANO – Mbabane Highlanders AM suffered another painful defeat without President Shauwn ‘MaMkhize’ Mkhize in the stands, as Nsingizini Hotspurs edged them 1-0...
Ex-magistrate, another allegedly disobey court orders
MBABANE – Jail time has been sought for former Magistrate Dumisani Magagula and an individual with whom he is alleged to have disobeyed...
10-litre container of drugs allegedly found with clinic guard
VUVULANE – Community members reportedly recovered a 10-litre container of medication from a security guard at Vuvulane Rural Clinic, raising concerns of theft....
Mpaka centre grapples with refugee influx
MPAKA – Malindza Refugee Reception Centre is grappling with rising arrivals from several African countries. In the past two weeks alone, 18 foreigners...
