Regenerative Farming Solutions for Southern Africa

Next Generation Agriculture: Regenerative Farming Solutions for Southern Africa

We represent and commercialise innovative agricultural and crop production technologies in Southern Africa, with a focus on regenerative or environmentally beneficial solutions for the commercial and smallholder agriculture sector.

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What does RegenZ do?

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Seed Solutions

Potatoes / Seed

Developing & commercialising seed potatoes tailored to Southern Africa’s climate & market needs.

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Seed Supply

Agri Support

Agri-Services

Providing expert tailored solutions for smart, healthy farming across Southern Africa.

PBR Services

Hemp Market

Farming Inputs

Agri-Products

Providing curated, beneficial soil health inputs, like the Beyond Soil Life range from Zylem.

Microbial

Beyond Products

Technical Support

Emerging Farmer

We provide tailored support, inputs, and expert advice to help smallholder farmer groups grow successful and sustainable businesses.

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RegenZ is an independent and agile agriculture services business based in South Africa. With over 30 years of experience in South Africa’s agriculture industry, RegenZ represents and commercialises innovative agricultural and crop production technologies in Southern Africa, with a focus on regenerative or environmentally beneficial solutions for the commercial and smallholder agriculture sector.

RegenZ specialises in creating markets at the commercial and smallholder level, and developing attractive propositions for the introduction and success of innovative agricultural technology.

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30 Years of Experience In South Africa’s Agriculture Industry

Contact RegenZ if you are an innovative agriculture/food production technology company looking to grow your footprint in Southern Africa.

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Challenges

Challenges faced by farmers today

Increasing input costs

Over-reliance on fertiliser

Pressure from consumers
to farm more sustainably

Pressure from govt to cut greenhouse gases.

Pressure to
sequester carbon

The unpredictable effects
of climate change

Benefits

The benefits of regenerative farming

Regenerative agriculture is farming for the future. It helps farmers improve yields and profits sustainably by using fewer chemical inputs and growing healthier plants.

Increase soil health and microbial diversity

Build soil carbon

Sequester carbon dioxide from the atmosphere

We've helped farmers achieve these benefits, increasing profits and building healthier farms through regenerative practices.

Get in touch to see how we can help your farm thrive.

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Reduce Input Costs

Lower costs by improving soil health.

Increase Farm Profits

Boost farm profits sustainably

UN's SDGs

Our contribution toward the UN's sustainable development goals

The UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a worldwide plan for a better future for people and the planet. We believe that agriculture plays a key role in reaching these goals, and RegenZ's work in bringing sustainable and innovative farming solutions to Southern Africa directly contributes to several of them.

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Through enabling communities around agriculture with the right inputs and training resources

Through the introduction of innovative and resilient crop varieties into rural communities

Promoting good health through restoring agricultural practices that focuses on human health

Through improved agricultural practices we can improve the general wellbeing of our environments

RegenZ is built on strong and scalable partnerships and will continue to work on this model

Resources

Helpful guides and resources

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Regenerative Agriculture in South Africa: All You Need To Know

Regenerative agriculture is the solution for South Africa’s farmers. Find out what you need to know in this guide.

Farming Potatoes In South Africa: What You Need To Know

Potato consumption has doubled in South Africa recently, despite other staples. Learn more in this guide.

Your Guide To Plant Variety Rights Protection In South Africa

Plant variety protection is key for new plant types & breeders' rights. Learn more in this guide.

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is regenerative agriculture?

Regenerative agriculture is a set of farming principles that seeks to regenerate and restore soil health. These principles are:

Minimal soil disturbance (tillage and chemical inputs)
Roots in the ground all year round (cover crops)
Crop diversity (intercropping, crop rotation)
Livestock integration
Keeping soil cover/Soil armour (cover crops, mulch)

Is regenerative agriculture the same as organic agriculture?

Regenerative agriculture and organic agriculture share some principles and practices, but they are not the same.

Organic agriculture avoids synthetic inputs, focusing on natural farming methods. It has specific certification standards.
Regenerative agriculture is a broader approach centred on actively regenerating and restoring ecosystems. It aims to improve soil health, increase biodiversity, and enhance resilience by employing techniques such as cover cropping, crop rotation, and minimising soil disturbance.

How do you transition to regenerative agriculture?

The transition from conventional agriculture to regenerative agriculture takes planning and takes time. The best strategy is working with a company that has done this before to avoid any unexpected crop losses. The transition period can take up to 10 years, but you can start making a prominent change within one year. Regenerative agriculture is a long-term approach that will reduce input costs over time but retain similar yields, leading to increased profitability of the farming operation.

Is regenerative farming more profitable than conventional farming?

The answer will always depend on several contextual factors in the specific farming setup. But in short, yes, it has been proven, and there is evidence to prove it.

Can you be a regenerative farmer without livestock?

Regenerative farming is merely a set of principles that will have the best effect when all are implemented, but this does not require you to implement all of them. You can focus on a few principles to begin with and incorporate more as your farming operation progresses to a more regenerative setup. So, the answer to that question would be: yes, you can be a regenerative farmer without livestock.

What are the best crops for regenerative agriculture?

The best crops for the regenerative agriculture approach vary depending on the region, soil type, and specific goals of the farmer. However, here are some crops commonly used in regenerative agriculture:

Plants like clover, rye, vetch, and legumes are used as cover crops between main crops
Perennials, such as certain varieties of grains (like perennial wheat and rice), fruits, nuts, and legumes, have extensive root systems that enhance soil structure, increase organic matter, and reduce soil erosion
Crops that thrive in no-till systems, such as various grains, legumes, and vegetables
Crops that are more resilient to drought conditions, such as millets, sorghum, or certain varieties of maize and beans
Crops like hemp or certain varieties of legumes contribute significantly to soil health by adding organic matter and improving nutrient levels

What are some natural products that act as fertilisers?

Products with fish, kelp and molasses are some natural industry co-products that are heavily used in agriculture and (when mixed correctly) can achieve good yields while improving soil health.