http://www.farmersweekly.co.zaLatest Sectors - Livestock articles from farmersweekly.co.zaCopyright 2013 farmersweekly.co.za. All rights reserved.Neil Dry, SA Studbook 2012 Stud Pig Breeder of the Year, grew his enterprise from a six-pig unit in 2004 to an 820-sow stud in 2012. He manages his operation with a strong focus on genetic excellence.http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=39454&h=Pig-breeder-takes-his-stud-to-the-tophttp://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=39454&h=Pig-breeder-takes-his-stud-to-the-topWed, 15 May 2013 12:00 +0200As a result of late summer rains during the first half of April there was an increase in parasite numbers (wireworm, long-necked bankrupt worm and brown stomach worm).http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=39402&h=Livestock-Disease-Trends---April-2013http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=39402&h=Pig-breeder-takes-his-stud-to-the-topMon, 13 May 2013 15:00 +0200Anglers and food connoisseurs worldwide agree that trout makes exciting fishing and excellent eating. But what goes into farming these iconic fish? Lloyd Phillips visits Simon Bunn of Peak Trout in the Drakensberg to find out.http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=39321&h=The-irresistible-attraction-of-trouthttp://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=39321&h=Pig-breeder-takes-his-stud-to-the-topMon, 13 May 2013 09:00 +0200Marius Herman from Kraaifontein started farming with pigs six years ago and in a short time has managed to establish a viable small business. Denene Erasmus visited him.http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=38937&h=From-a-driver-to-successful-small-scale-pig-farmerhttp://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=38937&h=Pig-breeder-takes-his-stud-to-the-topFri, 3 May 2013 12:00 +0200Being a part-time farmer on land surrounded by residential estates hasn’t stopped Piet van der Merwe from producing champion Dexters. Lindi van Rooyen spoke to him about breeding a uniform Dexter with a calm temperament.http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=38812&h=Farm-with-the-breed-you-lovehttp://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=38812&h=Pig-breeder-takes-his-stud-to-the-topTue, 30 Apr 2013 12:00 +0200At a carcass competition, a livestock producer can test his production methods and standards through the expert eyes of the judges. Producers and consumers also benefit from top quality meat. Lloyd Phillips reports.http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=38596&h=How-to-produce-a-competition-winning-carcasshttp://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=38596&h=Pig-breeder-takes-his-stud-to-the-topSun, 28 Apr 2013 00:00 +0200In the summer rainfall area numerous reports were received of wireworm infestations. This internal parasite sucks blood and symptoms in sheep and goats are anaemia (pale mucous membranes) and bottle jaw. As it may be resistant to some of the anthelmintic groups farmers should consult their vet on how to control the parasite.http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=38266&h=Livestock-disease-trends-(as-informally-reported-by-vets-in-South-Africa)-March-2013http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=38266&h=Pig-breeder-takes-his-stud-to-the-topWed, 17 Apr 2013 12:00 +0200Selecting animals on appearance only is detrimental to the breed. When gene pools are narrowed, the strength of diversity is lost and, along with it, traits such as disease resistance and milk production. Dr Paul Meulenbeld, an Nguni stud breeder from the Bronkhorstspruit area, talks about improving the trait without losing diversity.http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=38179&h=The-milk-trait-in-the-Nguni:-a-lost-valuehttp://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=38179&h=Pig-breeder-takes-his-stud-to-the-topMon, 15 Apr 2013 10:30 +0200Improved heifer rearing at Byron and Ronelda Orpwood’s dairy farm in Creighton has given their enterprise a vital boost. They talk to Robyn Joubert about heifer management and the value of good teamwork.http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=37902&h=Careful-calf-rearing-makes-a-difference-http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=37902&h=Pig-breeder-takes-his-stud-to-the-topTue, 9 Apr 2013 12:00 +0200The Osterloh Grey Brahman Stud is making a name for itself beyond the borders of the Eastern Cape. Mike Burgess visited Eugene Osterloh on the family farm, Mimosa Park, near Komga to find out how he manages his stud. http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=37601&h=For-the-love-of-Brahmanhttp://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=37601&h=Pig-breeder-takes-his-stud-to-the-topWed, 3 Apr 2013 12:00 +0200In 2003, Nomthunzi Nduzulwana swapped nursing for agriculture. Her perseverance has guided her through many challenges to a new future on High Heaven farm near East London. Mike Burgess spoke to her.http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=37343&h=Perseverance-pays-off-at-High-Heaven-farmhttp://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=37343&h=Pig-breeder-takes-his-stud-to-the-topFri, 29 Mar 2013 12:00 +0200Due to severe drought conditions in certain parts of the country now is the time to get rid of all unproductive and old animals.http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=37027&h=Livestock-Disease-Trends---February-2013http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=37027&h=Pig-breeder-takes-his-stud-to-the-topMon, 18 Mar 2013 15:00 +0200A mother-and-son team is building a reputation for flavoursome ‘open-range’ Pekin ducks. But behind the picture-perfect ideal of ducks preening happily under sprinklers lies many challenges. Robyn Joubert reports.http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=36617&h=Swooping-in-on-Dargle-Ducks-http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=36617&h=Pig-breeder-takes-his-stud-to-the-topSun, 10 Mar 2013 15:00 +0200Large-framed breeds are generally the norm on cattle farms in northern Namibia, but the dual purpose Dexter is making its mark in the area. From his farm between Kamanjab and Khorixas, Danie Jansen van Vuuren spoke to Annelie Coleman about the growth of this breed in Namibia. http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=36600&h=Dexters-pack-a-big-punchhttp://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=36600&h=Pig-breeder-takes-his-stud-to-the-topFri, 8 Mar 2013 12:00 +0200Dung is an important indicator of the nutritional status of a cow. So it’s useful to know what different ‘types’ mean.http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=35997&h=Dr-Dung’s-lessonshttp://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=35997&h=Pig-breeder-takes-his-stud-to-the-topMon, 25 Feb 2013 12:00 +0200Hard work, sound business principles and investing in human resources has brought swift success for Gilbert Phalafala, last year’s Agri SA/Toyota New Harvest Farmer of the Year. Peter Mashala spoke to him.http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=35994&h=Management:--the-key-to-a-top-broiler-businesshttp://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=35994&h=Pig-breeder-takes-his-stud-to-the-topMon, 25 Feb 2013 09:00 +0200Mike Ramagofu says small-scale farmers need the right breed for their specific conditions. He believes a breed can make or break an enterprise, especially in the case of communal farming. Peter Mashala reports.http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=35909&h=Communal-farmer-sets-his-sights-higher-with-Brahmanhttp://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=35909&h=Pig-breeder-takes-his-stud-to-the-topThu, 21 Feb 2013 12:00 +0200Due to good rainfall in the summer rainfall areas and hot weather, numerous reports of internal parasites were received. Infestations were reported at:http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=35808&h=Livestock-Disease-Trends-(as-informally-reported-by-vets-in-South-Africa)-January-2013http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=35808&h=Pig-breeder-takes-his-stud-to-the-topTue, 19 Feb 2013 11:00 +0200Johannes van Rensburg, chairperson of the East Cape Midlands Boran Club, awarded for promoting the breed in 2012, believes that the commitment of individuals makes the most profound difference to the advancement of the breed. Heather Dugmore reports.http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=35750&h=Boran-makes-its-mark-in-the-Eastern-Capehttp://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=35750&h=Pig-breeder-takes-his-stud-to-the-topMon, 18 Feb 2013 09:43 +0200Passionate about the Nguni, Hannes Eksteen runs three stud herds and maintains four Nguni ecotypes. He calves seasonally to coincide with fodder flow and keep stress factors down. Jay Ferreira reports.http://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=35041&h=Breeding-indigenous-Ngunis-in-the-Piketberghttp://www.farmersweekly.co.za/article.aspx?id=35041&h=Pig-breeder-takes-his-stud-to-the-topSun, 3 Feb 2013 15:00 +0200