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South Africa is world-renowned for its biodiversity conservation and resultant variety of wildlife. However, public opinion is often divided on the subject of wildlife utilisation. Dr George Hughes, former chief director of the Natal Parks Board and CEO of its successor, Ezemvelo KwaZulu-Natal Wildlife before retiring in 2001, explains why sustainable wildlife utilisation is essential for biodiversity conservation.

Unless explicitly removed by statute, common law rights remain in force, and any rule that seeks to limit existing rights must be interpreted very narrowly.

Couscous may have originated on this continent, but the addition of avocado gives this dish a distinctly Mexican look and taste.

Veganism is a growing global trend, and many of us will serve dinner or lunch to a vegan guest at some stage. Here is a recipe for mouth-watering, Israeli-inspired chickpea burgers.

Adding to a farming operation or agribusiness is not simply a matter of obtaining more land. James Brand, senior associate in environmental affairs at law firm ENSafrica, discusses the legalities involved in securing water rights on additional land, and environmental authorisation for clearing indigenous vegetation.

A new vaccine is being tested by researchers at the University of Edinburgh and the Pirbright Institute in the UK for its efficacy in combating the infectious bronchitis virus in millions of chickens around the world.

Animal feed produced from insects can deliver more tons per hectare than feed from traditional crops like soya, says an insect expert.

Trust is a potent force for good. Break it, and you and your business could suffer severe consequences.

Any hopes that South African farmers may have had for a reprieve in the relentless rise in national diesel prices have officially been dashed.

Nearly 200 veterinary epidemiologists in Africa are scheduled to undergo training intended to help them better combat animal diseases at grassroots level.

Namibia is a reliable export and import partner for South Africa, and the two countries are closely linked politically and economically. This interdependency should be founded on mutual respect and support, says Roelie Venter, executive manager of the Namibia Agricultural Union.

Discord and bickering among members set a family business up for failure. A well-managed family council may be the answer.

It’s probably safe to say that hake is South Africa’s favourite supermarket fish. A magnificent vehicle for quick cooking, it can be prepared in many ways. Here is one.

There is a good chance that an assessment based on a ‘secret audit’ will be set aside in the absence of extenuating circumstances.

The three-year-long drought in the northern parts of Limpopo has had a devastating impact on livestock and game in the province, particularly on rhino.

Ownership, directorship and management are three distinctly different roles. Be sure to remunerate fairly and correctly in each case.

The Western Cape is set to receive R974 million from National Treasury and the National Disaster Management Centre for disaster recovery programmes and projects.

Every year on 16 October, World Food Day is commemorated, which forms part of World Food Week from 15 – 19 October, with this year's theme titled ‘Our actions are our future: a #ZeroHunger world by 2030 is possible’

Food and nutrition insecurity remains a major problem worldwide. Alan Dangour, Professor in Food and Nutrition for Global Health at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, explains how women in agriculture should be empowered to help address this situation.

In these uncertain times, it can pay to get involved in alternative investments. In fact, these have a number of advantages over stocks and shares.