Emfuleni municipal manager in hot water over sewage spillage
The large-scale spillage of sewage, amongst other things, into the Vaal River has led to AfriForum laying criminal charges against April Ntuli, the municipal manager of the Emfuleni Local Municipality.
Farmers urged to update animal health programmes for winter
Now is the time for livestock farmers to sit down with their veterinarians to update their animal health and biosecurity programmes in preparation for winter, Dr Faffa Malan warned in...
Positive feedback for South Africa’s new Climate Change Bill
The Energy Council of South Africa welcomed the recent passing of the Climate Change Bill (B9B-2022) by the Parliament of South Africa.
Foot-and-mouth outbreak in Eastern Cape
Steps have been taken to prevent the spread of foot and mouth, a highly contagious viral disease, from an affected Eastern Cape farm to surrounding areas.
Drop in diesel price welcomed
While petrol will see an increase this month, a welcomed drop in diesel prices might provide some comfort for farmers.
US agricultural emissions lowest since 2021 – new report
The agriculture sector in the US is responsible for just less than 10% of that country's total greenhouse gas emissions when compared with other economic sectors.
No ‘quick buck’ but dragon fruit is on a steady rise
The dragon fruit industry continues to grow from strength to strength as farmers report a better season in 2024 off the back of good yields and prices.
Poor quality silage threatens animal health
When silage is bad, it can negatively affect feed intake, immunity, growth and reproduction of ruminants. Richardt Venter gave these tips to gauge and manage the quality of silage.
Boer goat ram ‘Formula One’ sold for over R1 million
The Boer goat stud sire Formula One was recently sold for R1,05 million, the highest price ever paid in South Africa for a stud goat.
Russian grain crop not at risk despite flooding – agri minister
Russia expects to record its second largest grain harvest on record in 2024, following the record 147 million metric tons harvested in 2023, easing fears that the heavy flooding in...
Directive issued to promote welfare of animals in transit
In an effort to ensure the welfare of animals entering and leaving South Africa through the various ports, the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (agriculture department) has...
NAMPO aims to connect farmers and visitors again
With technology already playing an important role in the South African agriculture sector, the theme for NAMPO 2024, ‘Agriculture in a Digital Age’, is fitting to support the sector as...
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