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).
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