TOMRA Mining XRT technology recovers exceptional 2,492-carat diamond quickly followed by another record-breaking 1,094-carat from Lucara's Karowe mine
One of the largest rough diamonds in recorded history, a 2,492-carat stone, was recovered last August by Lucara Diamond Corp. with TOMRA X-Ray Transmission (XRT) technology at the Karowe Mine in Botswana. This extraordinary diamond is the latest of many impressive record-breaking recoveries achieved at the mine's Mega Diamond Recovery Plant since the installation of the two TOMRA COM XRT 1200 / D 2.0 sorters in 2017, when Lucara Diamond Corp. truly initiated a revolutionary transformation in the diamond mining industry's recovery process. By integrating XRT early into the flowsheet, post primary crushing, it is possible to recover liberated and free exceptionally large diamonds earlier in the process, thereby extracting revenue from the flowsheet faster and safeguarding diamond value from potential downstream damage or breakage.
Wärtsilä strengthens commitment to Zambia with O&M agreement renewal for Ndola power plant Technology group Wärtsilä has signed a renewal of its Operations & Maintenance (O&M) agreement covering the 105 MW power plant owned by Independent Power Producer Ndola Energy Company Ltd (NECL) in Zambia. The previous agreement had been in force since 2013. By ensuring the reliability and availability of the plant, NECL can meet its Power Purchase Agreement obligations with Zambia's utility, ZESCO. The order was booked by Wärtsilä in Q2, 2024.
Critical Minerals Africa (CMA) to Showcase African Copper Prospects Amidst Growing Global Supply Shortage
Railway operator Lobito Atlantic Railway exported its first shipment of copper from the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the U.S. in August 2024, strengthening Africa's contribution to the growing global demand for the critical mineral. With the global copper supply gap projected to reach 10 million metric tons by 2030, African projects are poised to play a crucial role in addressing the shortfall.
Glencore Ferroalloys partners with Ukubona Foundation to donate spectacles to learners Glencore Ferroalloys handed over spectacles to 123 learners from Kroondal Primary School ranging from grade R to grade 7 in the North-West Province, in partnership with the Ukubona Foundation as part of their eye screening and testing initiative. The initiative, during which 1050 pupils received free eye tests, is aimed at improving the vision health of school children in the communities near its operations.
Komatsu introduces new HD465-10 and HD605-10 haul trucks Komatsu is pleased to introduce its new HD465-10 and HD605-10 mechanical haul trucks to the North America market, offering an upgrade from the previous -8 models. The new haul trucks are designed to help increase productivity and improve fuel efficiency in quarry, mining and aggregate applications.
Evaluating the real digestibility of phosphates in feeds
Animal nutritionists encounter significant challenges in adjusting and optimizing their feed formulations. To ensure an accurate evaluation, it is essential to measure their pre-caecal phosphorus digestibility, which provides a true indication of their digestibility. In this Q&A, agronomist and animal nutrition expert Mouhcine Bhija explores the complexities of digestibility and offers insights on selecting the optimal feed phosphate for balanced and sustainable animal breeding.
VIV Africa 2024: Transforming Poultry Africa into a Complete Feed to Food Experience VIV Africa, the leading trade show for Agriculture, Dairy, and Poultry professionals in Sub-Saharan Africa, is thrilled to announce its much-anticipated transformation from Poultry Africa. The 4th edition of the show is set to take place on October 2-3, 2024, at the prestigious Kigali Convention Centre (KCC), welcoming global stakeholders and industry leaders from across the value chain.
Bigger and smarter investments in small-scale agriculture are key to build a prosperous Africa
"Our first line of action against climate change, hunger and poverty is prosperous rural communities. Investing in small-scale farmers and rural entrepreneurs is the most effective way to unlock the immense potential of Africa's agriculture and food systems for all," said Alvaro Lario, President of the UN's International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) heading to the G7 Agriculture Ministers meeting starting in Syracuse tomorrow.
Tanzania announces strategic tax exemption strategy to reduce post-harvest losses in horticultural and cereal crops
The government of Tanzania through its Ministry of Agriculture has announced a strategic tax exemption strategy that will see horticultural and cereal crops farmers in the country reduce post-harvest losses.
WPF releases training materials to help farmers keep poultry healthy
The World Poultry Foundation (WPF) has released new training materials for new chicken farmers, to help them keep their birds healthy and avoid disease. The training module is part of a series released by the WPF to help Africa's small-scale poultry farmers improve their farming methods and incomes.
Battling Mycotoxins in Poultry: How INBERG is Leading the Charge
In a world increasingly concerned with food safety, the issue of mycotoxins has emerged as a significant threat to both animal and human health. The poultry industry plays a critical role in feeding the world's growing population.
FARMERS REVIEW AFRICA published by Mailing Times media, it is Africa's premier farming magazine which provides updates of news and analysis on topical issues of national and international importance in agriculture. The publication links the technology applied in the Agricultural sector to the field experience of professionals in this area.