The CSDR directive takes effect in 2024. There is a knock-on effect that world-wide farms can expect to feel in the seasons ahead. ESG reporting directives in Europe are common-place. Over the past decade, European businesses have become familiar with the Non-Financial Reporting (NFR) Directive, which supports transparency on environmental and social issues. In 2022, […]
Talent in agriculture is becoming more diverse. If you are recruiting, it’s easier than you think to get women in your talent pipeline. A few months ago, a blog article written by Rebekah Shields caught my attention. Her article was entitled, Unlocking Female Talent: A Strategic Imperative for the Agricultural Sector. I don’t know Rebekah […]
What is it like to manage a commercial avocado farm with broad-acre technology? August 2024 Author: Matt Fealy There are 3 things in my life that drive me; family, farming and technology. I have been lucky enough to balance these 3 things and that happens when technology supports the farm which allows the farm to […]
A grower success story The Bekker Group is comprised of Wording Boerdery and Toitskraal Sitrus, centred in Marble Hall, South Africa. The farm spans approximately 450 ha of production, primarily growing citrus and wheat, with canola added more recently. Their citrus varieties include lemons, soft citrus, navels, and Valencias. The main citrus season runs from […]
Farms asked for it. We built it. This simple feature is the easiest way to have full control of your harvest bins this season. One of the best parts about my job at Farmable is talking to farm managers. You have amazing ideas, and you are genuinely happy to share good ideas with our team […]
AgritechE celebrates their 10 year milestone with an initiative called, ‘Back to the Future’. It’s time to reflect on what has changed across the digital transformation in agriculture since their inception. AgritechE is a UK based network for farmers, entrepreneurs and scientists looking to improve the future of agriculture through global innovation. As part of […]
Across Europe, farms are being offered funding for investments in technology. Learn more about where farms can access subsidies and loans to reduce the cost of technology. Farms have an increasing amount of choice in technology that is available for them to test-drive. Making the right choice can be overwhelming and feel risky when the […]
If you’ve found your way here, you’re probably wondering what Farmable is and how this app can help you manage your farm. Well, you’re in the right place. In this article, we will summarize the most important points for getting started with Farmable in the best possible way. With a simple and easy-to-use interface and […]
We’ve interviewed 5 fresh produce farm auditors for tips on how to sail through your next fresh produce farm audit. Here’s a summary of the most common pitfalls and some tips to help you ace your next audit. Farm Managers are the busiest people we know, and the last thing you want to spend time […]
