Shell supporting farm of the future campaign equips farmers with cutting-edge technologies
The “Shell Supporting Farm of the Future” campaign was launch at the Nampo Harvest Day. This programme is all about introducing farmers to the latest and most innovative practices in agriculture.
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“Our goal is to equip farmers with the knowledge and tools they need to prepare for the future of farming, by introducing them to cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices that will increase efficiency, reduce costs, and optimise crop yields,” said Riaan van der Walt, Business Development Manager – Lubricants at Shell Downstream South Africa (Pty) Ltd.

Farmers who sign up for Shell Supporting Farm of the Future stand a chance to win quarterly prizes including an inverter, diesel pump, and cash loaded V+ reward, and a grand annual prize – First prize mapping drone and second price a BMW driving experience. Visit https://shellfarmofthefuture.co.za complete and submit the entry form.
Speaking at the launch, Francois Oelofsen, key account manager for Shell Commercial Fuel, introduced Shell’s new and innovative diesel formulation, Shell FuelSave Diesel, which is the result of extensive development and testing. It has been designed to help address several key challenges that operators face. Prioritising engine cleanliness for efficient and effective operation, our new deeper cleaning formula takes our fuel technology to the next level.
Shell FuelSave Diesel tackles three types of deposits. It targets and removes fuel Injector Nozzle Deposits (INDs) and Internal Diesel Injector Deposits (IDIDs), which is unique to Shell. It is also designed to help protect Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) systems from deposit build-up. By helping to protect fuel injectors and EGR systems from deposit build-up, our new formulation helps to reduce the need for costly replacement of critical engine parts.
Shell FuelSave Diesel cleans more thoroughly than ever before to achieve 83% power recovery and help you get more out of your vehicle. It has been proven by experts to help save up to 3.75% of fuel. This means lower operating costs, so you can do more with less.
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