Straight from the field

Discover how Maritz Nel Family Trust integrates maize, soya & cattle in the Free State to build resilient, sustainable, and profitable farms.

Discover how Maritz Nel and his team are applying cutting-edge innovations in maize, soya, and livestock farming to improve quality, efficiency, and sustainability across South Africa.

Get insights on Foot and Mouth outbreaks in South Africa 2025, vaccine supply updates, and trade restrictions affecting the agricultural sector.

Up-to-date FMD guidance for SA farmers: 2025 stats, how to identify symptoms, proven biosecurity steps, what to do and who to call, plus movement and control-zone essentials.

Introduction Dryland farming – producing food without irrigation – is one of the oldest and most resilient forms of agriculture in South Africa. It is also one of the most demanding. The Free State, widely...

Explore how the Maritz Nel Family Trust focuses on healthy herds, sustainable dryland practices, and community impact in the Free State.

Explore why restoring natural grasslands is essential for sustainable farming, water conservation, and ecosystem resilience in South Africa’s Free State and Northern Cape.

Discover how regenerative farming practices are restoring soil health, improving yields, and supporting sustainability in the Free State of South Africa.

Discover the story behind the Maritz Nel Family Trust—generations of farming in the Free State rooted in resilience, stewardship, and community.