Can healthier soil make a big difference to your macadamia crop? Guy shares his experience with 9Five Revive and BioBrix, highlighting the changes he has noticed in his orchards. From improved soil structure and flowering to fewer thrips problems, he explains how soil health and the right nutrition play a role in his farming operation. For more information about 9Five, visit them at https://linktr.ee/9five_ins #9Five #Macadamias #SoilHealth #FarmSpace #WeSpeakFarmer 00:00 A macadamia farmer shares his experience with 9Five and BioBrix 00:23 Background on the farm and macadamia orchards 00:54 Sandy soils, poor soil conditions and low carbon levels 01:24 Improved orchard health and reduced pest pressure 01:45 The second year working with BioBrix 02:06 Soil challenges, Phytophthora and nutrient leaching 02:57 Introducing 9Five Revive 03:11 The farmer’s experience and results 03:53 Improved soil breakdown and water penetration 04:43 Better flowering in macadamia trees 05:20 Observations on fungicide spraying 05:48 Soil health and more efficient fertilisation 06:09 The difference in thrips damage 07:07 The farmer’s recommendation 07:59 Long-term soil health and nutrition 08:07 Another macadamia farmer’s production experience 09:03 Why tree nutrition is so important 09:25 Contact 9Five and BioBrix for more information

13 Oct 2026

At River Valley Farm in KZN, Hilton Allan explains why they moved to Husqvarna's petrol-powered sprayers for their vegetable operation. With smaller blocks, trellised crops, and different spraying requirements, versatility and consistent application matter. He shares how the sprayers reduce manual pumping, help maintain consistent pressure, and work across crops ranging from lettuce and spinach to tomatoes and peppers – plus why reliable dealer support remains an important part of the equation. 🌐 www.husqvarna.com/za/ #HusqvarnaSA #Sprayer #FarmSpace #WeSpeakFarmer 0:00 – Why the right sprayer matters on a vegetable farm 0:42 – Meet River Valley Farm in KZN 1:20 – Why they needed a better spraying solution 1:40 – Moving beyond conventional sprayers 2:10 – One sprayer for different crops and applications 2:51 – The problem with operator fatigue and inconsistent spraying 3:24 – Why they chose the 15-litre option 3:50 – How much can one tank cover? 4:07 – Biologicals and agrochemicals with the same sprayer 5:05 – Rebuilding depleted soil through biology 5:59 – When biologicals alone aren’t enough 6:38 – Food and worker safety on the farm 7:39 – From River Valley Farm to supermarkets and export markets 8:32 – Can this replace a tractor sprayer? 9:29 – How does the sprayer perform after real farm use? 10:27 – Husqvarna’s easy-start system explained 11:04 – Two years of heavy use: how has it held up? 11:28 – Why servicing and dealer support matter 12:07 – Why a chainsaw matters on a vegetable farm 13:20 – Why they’re moving more equipment to Husqvarna 14:10 – The right equipment for the farming system

06 Oct 2026

What makes Jedidiah Equipment's trailers different from others? Jed van Niekerk tells us how years of contracting experience shaped the design of their grain, silage and gravel trailers. From a lower centre of gravity and flotation tyres to strong braking systems, a single trunnion tipping cylinder, hydraulic doors and low-maintenance suspension, each feature has a practical purpose. The philosophy is simple: reduce downtime, improve safety and build a trailer that can handle demanding working conditions. 🌐 www.jedidiahequipment.co.za #JedidiahEquipmentAndTrailers #Trailers #FarmSpace #WeSpeakFarmer 00:00 Intro 00:28 Who is Jedidiah Equipment & Trailers? 00:40 Why JET started manufacturing trailers 00:59 Built from contracting experience 01:15 Grain and silage trailer design 01:31 Why stability matters in difficult terrain 01:38 Lower centre of gravity, tyres, and braking 01:57 JET’s drawbar and spring design 02:45 The single trunnion tipping cylinder 03:13 Why JET prefers this tipping system 03:44 Hydraulic rear door explained 04:00 Grain discharge system 04:25 Pulling an additional trailer 04:44 Heavy-duty axles and braking systems 05:01 Designing for minimal downtime 05:15 Central greasing station 05:49 Safety, quality, and durability 06:16 JET’s 12-ton gravel trailer 06:25 Converting the gravel trailer for grain 06:42 Walking-beam suspension explained 07:05 Low-maintenance suspension design 07:35 Testing trailers through contracting 08:11 Why downtime costs money 08:20 How to contact Jedidiah Equipment & Trailers

13 Sept 2026

A sharp chainsaw starts long before the first cut. We take a closer look at Husqvarna’s chainsaw range at NAMPO Cape, along with the maintenance tools that help keep them performing at their best, including the handy 2-in-1 Filing Guide for easier chain care. #Husqvarna #Chainsaws #OutdoorPower #Equipment #Forestry #FarmSpace #WeSpeakFarmer

10 Sept 2026

What makes a Merlo more than just another telehandler? Straight from Italy, Lorenzo from Merlo takes us through the Turbofarmer TF42.7, covering its design, engine layout, cab comfort and operator controls. Find out more: https://forkliftsnw.com/ Or contact Pieter at 082 339 4424 or Morné at 082 466 6093. #Merlo #ForkliftsNW #Turbofarmer #TF427 #Telehandler #Agriculture #FarmSpace #WeSpeakFarmer

10 Sept 2026

What does Italian engineering look like in South African conditions? We catch up with Luca from Merlo, all the way from Italy, at NAMPO Cape to talk about the Merlo range and the thinking behind these unmistakable green machines. From telehandlers to solutions built for demanding work, Merlo brings Italian engineering to agriculture and industry right here in South Africa. Find out more: https://forkliftsnw.com/ #Merlo #ForkliftsNW #Telehandlers #ItalianEngineering #Agriculture #FarmMachinery #NAMPOKaap #FarmSpace #WeSpeakFarmer

09 Sept 2026

Scott Kvalsvig explains how Tidy Towns has helped make parts of the KZN South Coast cleaner, safer, and more attractive to both residents and tourists. We talk about community clean-ups, CPFs, beach safety, water quality, tourism, and how ordinary residents can make a real difference by giving their time, support, or funding. The lesson goes far beyond the South Coast: don’t wait for someone else to do it — start in your own community. 🌐 www.tidytowns.co.za #TidyTowns #Community #Cleaning #FarmSpace #WeSpeakFarmer 0:00 Why the South Coast is special to so many people 0:30 What is Tidy Towns? 1:01 How the community project started 1:24 Beaches, clean-ups, and Blue Flag status 1:42 How communities can take back their towns 2:11 Tourism and property values 2:44 Why safety and CPFs matter 3:27 Can you safely swim at South Coast beaches? 3:51 How water quality is monitored 4:40 Who makes Tidy Towns possible? 5:00 How to get involved with Tidy Towns 5:33 The bigger message for South African communities

04 Sept 2026

Why buy a conventional agricultural tractor if most of its working life will be spent pulling trailers? Jed van Niekerk, an agricultural contractor, tells us why Bell Equipment tractors suit their haulage operation. From 36m³ silage trailers and 11m³ gravel dumpers to tankers, slurry and road-building work, we explore their versatility, 500-hour service intervals, reduced complexity, operator comfort and 40 km/h road speed. Also hear what their experience is with Bell’s service and warranty support. 🌐 www.bellequipment.com/forestry-agriculture/africa-and-middle-east/ #BellEquipment #AgriculturalContracting #HaulageMachinery #FarmSpace #WeSpeakFarmer 0:00 Intro 0:23 Three sides of the contracting business 1:01 Why choose a Bell tractor? 1:16 Bell tractor vs agricultural tractor 1:56 Servicing and maintenance intervals 2:14 Fewer moving parts and less downtime 2:28 Main haulage applications 2:34 Gravel and silage transport 2:52 Tankers, road building, and slurry 3:12 Tractor vs truck for silage haulage 3:35 Distance, turnaround time, and versatility 4:12 Operator and licence requirements 4:33 What stands out about the Bell tractor? 4:44 Operator comfort and improved cab 5:21 40km/h road speed 5:32 Bell service and warranty support 6:08 Can it be used for grain haulage?

03 Sept 2026

Serious spraying, without the hassle. The XAG P100 Pro makes high-performance spraying and spreading simple, efficient and accessible. Visit NIK | XAG at NAMPO Cape, Stand C7, and discover their special offers or visit www.nik.co.za, for more information. #NIK #XAGP100Pro #NAMPOCape #FarmSpace #WeSpeakFarmer

02 Sept 2026

Looking to take your farming operation to the next level? The Agri 5 Expo is bringing farmers, government and the private sector together with live machinery demonstrations and practical solutions for emerging and commercial farmers. Join the journey across South Africa on 17 and 18 September 2026. For more information visit https://agri5expo.co.za/ #Agri5Expo #AgricultureSA #SouthAfricanFarmers #FarmSpace #WeSpeakFarmer 00:00 Meet the Agri 5 Expo 00:07 2026 Expo journey begins in Limpopo 00:14 KwaZulu-Natal Expo – 17 & 18 September 00:22 Live machinery demonstrations for farmers 00:33 Eastern Cape Expo coming in October 00:41 Free State Expo coming in November 00:48 How to get involved with Agri 5 Expo 01:04 See you at the Expo!

01 Sept 2026

Can one autonomous Rover transform orchard spraying? Meet the XAG Rover R200, featuring a 240 L smart tank, six-wheel independent drive and a spraying flow rate of up to 16 L/min. Take advantage of the exclusive NAMPO Special! Visit NIK | XAG at Stand C7 during NAMPO Cape for more information. 9–12 September 2026 www.nik.co.za #NIK #XAGRoverR200 #NAMPOCape #FarmSpace #WeSpeakFarmer

27 Aug 2026

How can pecan growers scale smarter? Andres Bergen explains how simple, reliable cleaning equipment can grow with your operation, from an entry-level setup to a complete processing line. Visit their website for more information: www.bergensa.co.za #BergenSA #PecanProcessing #FarmEquipment #FarmSpace #WeSpeakFarmer 00:00 Introduction 01:30 The Bergen family story 02:30 Simple, reliable machine design 03:02 How the cleaning line works 04:00 Starting with the essentials 04:49 Expanding capacity 05:18 Receiving and mechanised harvesting 06:11 Final sorting and cleaning 06:55 Complete pecan-processing solutions 07:27 Adapting equipment for global growers

17 Aug 2026

Why is this 75hp tractor built for Africa – why it is better than the rest? Ryan Clark takes us on a walk around on this new series. Click the following link to view the website: https://www.masseyferguson.com/en_za/product/tractors/mf-3700-series.html Or if you would like a quote, go to: https://myagcoafrica.com/rapidQuote/RapidLead_South_Africa/mf3700.php #AGCO #MasseyFergusonSA #Tractors #NAMPO2026 #FarmSpace #WeSpeakFarmer

06 Aug 2026

Here’s a look back at the previous AgrihX and a taste of what’s still to come! Expect impressive machinery, exciting exhibits, great food, an incredible atmosphere, and so much more from 4–6 March 2027 at The Ranch Resort in Polokwane. Mark it in your calendar now! #AgrihX2027 #AgriculturalExpo #Polokwane #FarmSpace #WeSpeakFarmer 00:00 AgrihX highlights 00:48 Impressive machinery and a great atmosphere 01:00 More action and exhibitions 01:43 An opportunity for the agricultural community 02:08 See you at AgrihX 2027 02:23 Final highlights

03 Aug 2026

Ready to make farm work easier? ETEC's electric utility vehicles offer zero fuel costs, low maintenance and reliable performance for everyday farm tasks. Visit ETEC at FarmSpace ProTour Kroonstad on 15 July 2026 and see the range for yourself! Visit their website for more information: www.etec.co.za #ETEC #FSProTour2026 #Kroonstad #ElectricVehicles #FarmSpace #WeSpeakFarmer

10 Jul 2026

Need secure, practical storage for your farm or workshop? Ashton from Kazin Sales & Rentals takes you through the range of storage units available . 📍 Visit Kazin at the FarmSpace ProTour in Kroonstad to view their storage solutions. For more information, visit: www.kazin.co.za #Kazin #StorageUnits #PortableStorage #SecureStorage #FarmSpace #WeSpeakFarmer

10 Jul 2026

Take your farming operations to the next level with Tecmo Auto's smart fuel and fleet management solutions. Come see us at FarmSpace Pro Tour Kroonstad on 15 July 2026 and discover how technology can help you work smarter, not harder. For more information, visit our website: www.fams.co.za #TecmoAuto #FSProTour2026 #Kroonstad #SmartFarming #FuelManagement #FarmSpace #WeSpeakFarmer

29 Jun 2026

Ever wondered what happens to your samples once they reach the lab? Join Caryn Shacklock as she takes us behind the scenes at the Afrivet Laboratory, where farmer samples are carefully processed and tested. Through accurate diagnostics and expert analysis, the team is able to recommend the most effective product for each specific situation, helping farmers make informed decisions with confidence. www.afrivet.co.za #Afrivet #AnimalHealth #LaboratoryDiagnostics #FarmSpace #WeSpeakFarmer

24 Jun 2026

Are you considering using Astron Energy? Olivia Adams, tell us more about Astron Energy and how they are fully integrated into the Agri space. https://www.astronenergynampo.co.za/?utm_source=farmspace&utm_campaign=NAMPO_2026&utm_id=farmspace_nampo_2026 #AstronEnergy #AgriFuel #ProudlySouthAfrican #FarmSpace #WeSpeakFarmer

25 May 2026

MTN is helping to build a smarter, more sustainable farming future in South Africa at Nampo 2026. From tracking livestock to managing fleets and utilities, they give farmers data at their fingertips. #MTN #Nampo2026 #FarmSpace #WeSpeakFarmer

12 May 2026