Joint research forum digs deep into conservation, regenerative agriculture

Farmer's WeeklyJedrie Harmse · 21 October 2026 at 09:00

Topics across the extensive subject of conservation and regenerative agriculture were addressed during two days of intense workshops, field demonstrations, and collaborative learning at the recent Conservation Agriculture Research Forum meeting in Potchefstroom.
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