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Going against the grain
In a country of naysayers and prophets of doom, Grain SA members are positive about the future and dedicated to transformation, says Grain SA CEO Jannie de Villiers.
The power of numbers
Its impossible to plan properly without using numbers. But make sure you get them right!
How YouTube can help you
Farmers will find much of value on this hugely popular website, says Greg Miles.
How to make a perfect cup of coffee
‘Oh, give me a cup of that marvellous stuff’, goes the song. Without it nothing – not even this story – would get written on time …
Get your own house in order, South Africa!
Government’s new regulations for the importation of cattle, sheep and goats are misguided and unrealistic, says Mecki Schneider, chairperson of the Namibian Livestock Producers’ Organisation.
The long arm of the tax law
Be warned – tax authorities in other countries can use SARS to get at you!
Have you got what it takes to be great?
There are many good managers out there, but few really great ones. Here are the traits you’ll need to reach this exalted status.
Baklava: a touch of Greek, Turkish & Lebanese
This startling set of textures, flavours and aromas brings new meaning to that morning espresso. Sweet and crunchy baklava is more than a baked confection – it’s a subtle dessert too.
Solar systems: fixing future energy costs
Although South Africa’s electricity prices are low by international standards, they are set to increase annually by 8% over five years. Gregor Kuepper, managing director of SolarWorld Africa, believes that solar energy will be crucial to meeting our energy needs.
Pasta with eggs, bacon & leeks
Pasta is a gift to the beginner cook. Here’s the faintly exotic input of Italian cuisine, married to the familiar and highly-desired flavours of eggs, bacon and leeks.
Innocence is no protection
How a taxpayer suffered great harm, and not only because of a supposedly inaccurate assessment.
How science & technology can benefit SA agriculture
The Department of Science and Technology’s recently released Bio-Economy Strategy outlines research and development initiatives for South African agriculture. A summary follows.
Effective surveillance with drones
From monitoring ‘hotspots’ to counting livestock, the possibilities are endless, says Greg Miles.
Thank you, Farmer’s Weekly
A bittersweet childhood memory turned into seven years of an inspiring and challenging journey.
Selling your wool online
Can it be done, or is it a little too good to be true? Greg Miles investigates.
Need help? Get a business coach
The level of management skills in our farming community is generally low. The average farmer can change this by getting himself a good business coach.
The future for small-scale farmers
Josh Becker, CEO of Impele Consulting Group, offers advice on how small-scale farmers in Africa can be assisted to modernise their farming practices.
Lack of land
Human settlement and lack of accountability threaten the availability of land in Kgabalatsane.
