Mega-ranches: how to build and run one
Roelof Bezuidenhout interviews Arthur Rudman, WRSA’s rancher of the year and MD of Blaauwkrantz Farming Enterprises in Uitenhage, Eastern Cape.
Conquering the indigenous flower market
Flowershed supplies the local and export markets with indigenous flowers. Here's how they broke into and conquered the indigenous flower market.
Financial advice for farmers
Many farmers are not only struggling with the environmental effects of the drought, but experiencing monetary difficulties. Marius Volschenk, Nedbank’s area manager of agriculture in Bloemfontein, spoke to Annelie Coleman about the importance of long-term financial planning.
The Agrico Story – innovation keeps them at the top
Agrico has served the SA farming community for more than a hundred years. HEre's how they stay ahead of the game while retaining traditional values.
Ugandan dairy industry benefits from US experts
A small dairy research farm near Gulu in northern Uganda is benefiting from the expertise of a large US-based dairy operation, Country Dairy. On a recent trip to South Africa, Country Dairy herd manager, SA-born Johan Vosloo, spoke to Gerhard Uys about how similar empowerment models could help stimulate the small- to medium-scale agricultural sector in South Africa.
Diversifying on a small scale for reduced financial risk
Small-scale farming operations are just as exposed to risk as their larger counterparts. Diversifying production is therefore also an option on smaller farms to mitigate this risk.
Maize meal and animal feed milling – lessons from an expert
The milling operation started out of necessity. Today a successful business, here are lessons from an expert on maize meal and animal feed milling.
Oyster farming in Saldanha Bay
Oyster farming offers several advantages: it’s sustainable, has low-impact, and produces naturally organic and healthy food.
The Mooketsis’ fast rise to commercial success
Farmers Kabelo and Matshidiso Mooketsi had no previous agricultural knowledge before they began working on a communal farm in 2008. Despite a lack of experience and a difficult introduction to the sector, they persisted and now run an award-winning mixed livestock operation in North West. Wayne Southwood visited them on their farm.
AgriBEE codes update: what you need to know
What are the implications of the new AgriBee codes for farmers, small agri-businesses and large enterprises? Consultant Melcus Nel talks to Gerhard Uys about the way forward.
Commercial success from humble start
Becoming a farmer didn’t simply fall into Willem Klaase’s lap. He and his wife, Martha, worked hard and took risks to get where they are today. He talked to Glenneis Kriel about this journey.
The Darling of bush vine wine
Grown on dry, unirrigated land, Darling Wines of Origin produce wines with intense flavour and have proven to be as popular locally as abroad.
