Woodlands Dairy still delivers quality products after 30 years
Woodlands Dairy, one of South Africa’s foremost dairy processors and the name behind the First Choice brand, has marked its 30th anniversary with a renewed commitment to sustainability, innovation, and...
NSPCA lays criminal charges over Daybreak Farms animal deaths
The National Council of the Societies for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (NSPCA) has filed criminal charges against the board of directors of Daybreak Farms following what it describes...
China clamps down on pig ‘refattening’ to stabilise pork market
In an attempt to stabilise the current price volatility in the pork market, Chinese authorities are clamping down on the speculative practice of ‘refattening’ pigs in that country.
Ostrich feed production shows ‘remarkable’ year-on-year increase
Ostrich feed production was up by more than 700t compared to the same time last year, representing a year-on-year (y/y) increase of 128,5%. This was according to the latest Animal...
New study reveals key drivers and gaps in SA’s land redistribution
Researcher Dr Siphe Zantsi spoke to Farmer’s Weekly about a new land reform model aimed at improving redistribution outcomes. Octavia Avesca Spandiel reports on the study’s key findings.
New Plant Breeders’ Rights to offer greater protection for innovation
New regulations around plant breeders’ rights (PBR) are expected to boost seed technology availability in South Africa, while providing greater scope for subsistence farmers to replant and trade seed obtained...
Unexplained giraffe deaths spark concern across Namibia
Veterinarians and farmers in Namibia are grappling with a troubling surge in giraffe deaths that have occurred over a large part of the country north of Windhoek. The cause remains...
US-Iran conflict triggers fuel price hike fears
The recent US military strike on Iran has sparked concerns over a potential surge in oil prices, with far-reaching implications for South Africa’s economy and agriculture sector.
Red meat role players urged to unite to move industry forward
Dr Lindie von Maltitz, lecturer at the University of the Free State and cattle farmer in Ficksburg, told delegates at the Winds of Change information day, held in collaboration with...
EU funding to drive inclusive growth in SA wine industry
South Africa’s wine industry is set for a significant transformation boost following the official launch of the €15 million (around R300 million) Wine and Spirits Fund aimed at accelerating inclusive...
Beefmaster Group welcomes Ngunis to its feedlots
The recent agreement between the Nguni Cattle Breeders' Society of South Africa and the Beefmaster Group’s feedlots was good for the industry as other feedlots penalised Nguni weaner producers by...
Steenhuisen leads visit to Karan Beef feedlot as FMD battle intensifies
Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen and Gauteng MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development Vuyiswa Ramokgopa visited the Karan Beef feedlot in Heidelberg, Gauteng, on Monday as part of a national effort...
Grain SA commends Steenhuisen’s revocation of Leaf Services’ appointment
Grain SA has welcomed the announcement by Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen that the designation of Leaf Services as an assignee under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 119 of 1990,...
R100 million Land Bank investment set to boost growth in SA’s agriculture sector
Land Bank has invested R100 million in the newly launched Inclusive Justice Institute, a transformative initiative aimed at the development of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
SA farmers must focus on genetics to produce more affordable meat
Even if foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) disappeared today, South African farmers would still struggle to export red meat because they are producing meat that is too expensive. This was according to...
Karan Beef confirms foot-and-mouth disease at three feedlots
Three of South Africa’s largest commercial cattle feedlots, operated by Karan Beef, have tested positive for foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), placing approximately 160 000 head of cattle under immediate control measures.
‘Regenerative agriculture the solution to SA’s struggling livestock industry’
At the ‘Winds of Change’ Information Day in collaboration with Boran SA, Gerrit van Zyl of Hanzyl Bonsmaras spoke about how regenerative agricultural practices can help farmers produce more affordable...
Rising meat prices drive food inflation amid FMD outbreak
While South Africa’s overall consumer inflation held steady at 2,8% in May, food inflation has become a growing concern, driven largely by rising meat prices and a nationwide foot-and-mouth disease...
Money-spinning auction confirms high stakes in Greyhound breeding
At a record-breaking auction in Bela-Bela, Limpopo, Southern African Greyhound breeders paid a staggering R2,4 million for 65 greyhounds, with the top-priced dog fetching R400 000. The sale was held...
RMIS calls for urgent reform in the global classification of FMD strains
The Red Meat Industry Services (RMIS) is calling on the World Organisation for Animal Health to differentiate between the foot-and-mouth disease strains found in the Southern Hemisphere and the Northern...
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