Farmer's Inside Track

Inspiration for South Africans farmers and agripreneurs

Author: Food For Mzansi

The Farmer's Inside Track podcast is proudly presented by www.FoodForMzansi.co.za. It is aimed at South Africas up-and-coming farmers and new entrants into farming and agri-businesses who need information and inspiration to help them start up and get up to sprinting speed as commercial producers and/or agri-processors. Join the farmers' members club www.farmersinsidetrack.co.za Facebook www.facebook.com/foodformzansi.co.za Twitter & Instagram @foodformzansi.co.za Food For Mzansi's WhatsApp line 27 81 889 9032
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Smart forecasting: Using weather technology for on-farm success
Episode 563
Sunday, 7 June, 2026

In this episode, we speak to Absalom “AB” Mfumadi of the South African Weather Service (SAWS) about how farmers can use weather technology to strengthen climate resilience and improve on-farm decision-making. From real-time storm tracking and 10-day forecasts to livestock heat-stress monitoring and digital weather tools, Mfumadi unpacks how weather data can help producers plan operations, protect workers and livestock, and adapt to increasingly unpredictable climate conditions. We also explore accessible tools for smallholder farmers, advanced solutions for commercial operations, and the important role of blending modern forecasting with indigenous weather knowledge.