Mandla Mandela threatens with expropriation
If commercial, mainly white, farmers did not co-operate on land restitution and acknowledge the wrongs of the past, then expropriation would be the only way to resolve the issue, ANC MP Mandla Mandela said on Monday, Business Day newspaper reported.
The ups and downs of agribusiness
BKB, a co-operative based in Port Elizabeth, but with national representation in grain, wool, mohair, livestock and property, has issued a ‘profit warning’ for its June 2013 year-end results, which are expected on 23 September.
Stock theft rife in Gauteng
The Gauteng Stock Theft Forum believes that a syndicate is targeting stud animals on the perimeters of the province.
KZN farm murder suspects to appear in court soon
Three men suspected of the 11 August 2013 murder of Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal, farmer Timothy Green (44), have been remanded in custody until their next scheduled court appearance on 22 August 2013.
Coming cold fronts a fire threat in the Free State
The cold front and accompanying stormy winds expected over the Free State from Wednesday (21 August) poses a serious veld fire threat, and farmers and landowners are warned to remain vigilant, said Thinus Steenkamp, CEO of the Free State Umbrella Fire Association.
Clover expects better financial results
In a voluntary trading statement, Clover said it was finalising its results for the financial year ended 30 June 2013. The results are expected to be released on 17 September.
Pecan industry supports Cape Parrot conservation initiatives
South Africa’s commercial pecan production industry would like to support Cape Parrot (Poicephalus robustus) conservation efforts.
Practical apps for farmers
Farmers are certain to find these smartphone (and iPad) apps invaluable, says Greg Miles.
Rare coffee-coloured Springbok fetches record price
A rare coffee-coloured springbok ram from the Eastern Cape was recently sold for R425 000, almost five times higher than the previous record, at a game auction in the Northern Cape.
No holiday for KZN stock thieves
Instead of spending the National Women’s Day public holiday relaxing, 25 suspected stock thieves in northern KwaZulu-Natal found themselves behind bars instead.
Squatters halt emerging farmer’s dreams
A developing farmer’s dream of farming commercially is under threat as squatters continue to occupy his land.
Addressing skills needs in the agri sector
The agriculture sector needs highly skilled and qualified farm managers and technical staff as well as large numbers of unskilled and semi-skilled workers, says political analyst Theo Venter, of North-West University.
A poultry case study
The South African Poultry Association (SAPA) has raised R2,58 million of external funding from DAFF and Agri-SETA for skills training in 2012/2013.
Fruit industry has mixed reactions to warmer winter
Citrus, subtropical fruit and tomato producers have expressed mixed reaction to what is generally perceived to have been a warmer-than-usual winter so far.
Private sector lessons for govt
Competition-driven companies could teach government entities a lot about customer service.
Record number of entries for SA olive awards
The SA Olive Awards, which is currently in its eighth year, has received a record number of entries for 2013.
White farmers must change perceptions – Thabo Leshilo
White farmers have to take responsibility for educating the media on what they do, especially the black media, Agang’s head of communications Thabo Leshilo told the recent FSA Congress.
Combine harvester sales drop as grain harvesting nears completion
The fact that nationwide harvesting of 2012/2013 summer grain crops is nearly complete was reflected in the 53,1% drop in July 2013 combine harvester sales in comparison to July 2012 sales.
