International studies indicate that farmers who adopt these practices can reduce their input costs by 25 – 50 % over time. This reduction in costs is primarily due to decreased reliance on synthetic fertilisers and pesticides.
Abeln says practical examples like crop rotation and integrated livestock grazing— core principles of regenerative farming— are already entrenched in areas like the Swartland.“ A farmer might plant 500 hectares of wheat one year, followed by canola the next, each crop nourishing the soil differently. After harvesting, sheep graze the fields, naturally fertilising the land. It’ s a holistic system— and a scientific one.”
Agrimark offers a wide range of products aligned with regenerative goals— including organic fertilisers, composters, pest management tools, and natural soil enhancers.
Earlier this year, Stellenbosch University and SA Wine launched ReGenWine – a three-year research programme testing how integrating cattle into vineyards can improve sustainability, cut costs, and help farms adapt to climate variability.
“ Farming is becoming more of a scientific practice every day. We see it in the type of challenges that primary producers are facing at farm level,” says Abeln.
Agrimark plays a key role in bridging the gap between farmers and the growing ecosystem of science-based