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South Africa’s agricultural sector is a cornerstone of its economy, contributing approximately 3% to GDP and 5% to employment and exports. Renowned for its productivity and competitiveness, the sector has more than doubled in value and volume since 1994, with exports accounting for nearly half of annual production.

Dopamine is often called the "feel-good" chemical, but its primary role is not pleasure — it is motivation, drive, focus, and the ability to take action.

The integration of robots into agriculture is revolutionizing farming practices, increasing efficiency, and reducing labor dependency.

Plants and drought

Sometimes people become so focused on complex health protocols, treatments, and medical advice that they overlook something very basic — the body still needs essential nutrients every single day to function properly.

Taking root around 12,000 years ago, agriculture triggered such a change in society and the way in which people lived that its development has been dubbed the “Neolithic Revolution.” Traditional hunter-gatherer lifestyles, followed by humans since their evolution, were swept aside in favour of permanent settlements and a reliable food supply. 

You need to take full responsibility for all your actions. A healthy life begins with self-worth — not arrogance, not low self-esteem. In fact, arrogance often reveals insecurity and even incompetence. cra@cramedia.co.za

As South Africa's agricultural heartland braces for the peak irrigation demands of the 2025/26 summer season, the nation's dams hold a cautiously optimistic reserve of clean water—collectively at around 81% capacity nationally, bolstered by persistent above-normal winter and early spring rains.