Two farm attacks in the Free State
Two farm attacks were reported in Bothaville and Smithfield, Free State, on Wednesday.
Fuel prices likely to increase in October
Hopes for a continued decline in petrol and diesel prices have been dashed.
Five facts about South Africa’s maize industry
Summer grain prices reached record levels as a result of the second consecutive year of drought as well as sharp currency depreciation.
New guide for the management of indoor pests
CropLife South Africa (CLSA) recently announced a new guide for the responsible management of indoor pests.
How to guard against internal parasites
Infestations can lead to considerable financial loss. Better management is the only solution.
Record temperatures shrink potato yields but demand remains high
The latest statistics from Potatoes South Africa (PSA) show dryland and irrigation potato farmers are still dealing with the consequences of the high temperatures accompanying the drought.
Agri in recession but industry performance will improve
The agricultural industry is in recession as a result of the drought, but the sector’s performance will improve again when the drought comes to an end.
No reason to declare drought a national disaster, says govt task team
Despite challenging times ahead as well as long range forecasts showing below normal expected rainfall for South Africa, the drought will still not be declared a national disaster.
Tractor sales for 2016 continue to decline
National tractor sales continued to decline, with total tractor sales for August at 460 units. This was 22% down on the 589 units sold in August last year.
Land ownership needed for financial assistance
Farmers can only gain financial assistance through land ownership.
South Africa’s GDP up, but agriculture still in recession
The 2016 second quarter gross domestic product (GDP) figures, released by Statistics South Africa, show that the economy grew by a seasonally adjusted annualised rate of 3,3% quarter-on-quarter.
Brucellosis crisis: ‘Not all raw milk is dangerous’
The impression that might have been created amongst some consumers that all raw, unpasteurised milk is infected with brucellosis was not accurate.
South Africa has started trade talks with UK following Brexit
South Africa’s trade relationship with the UK following its decision to withdraw from the EU was debated at a seminar in Johannesburg on Tuesday morning.
Know your goat breeds: The Toggenburg
Producing milk and a variety of soft and hard cheeses, this breed performs best in cool conditions.
Robertson Winery Strike Continues
The strike at Robertson Winery is entering its second week, with striking workers refusing to work until their demand for a monthly salary of R8 500 was met.
Lower fuel prices welcomed by farmers
SA grain producers welcomed an announcement that the diesel price will decrease by 48c/litre on 7 September, while the petrol price will decrease by 18c/litre.
Game capture drug license holder committed to regular supply
Charles Dickinson of Voluplex, the company which has secured the rights to manufacture, market and distribute the game capture drug M99, said he was determined to ensure that sufficient and regular supplies of M99 would be available to wildlife vets.
Futuregrowth withholds funding to Land Bank
Futuregrowth, an asset management company that manages assets of over R170bn, has suspended lending activities to the Land Bank, citing concerns over governance.
Implement trade agreements before Brexit is finalised
It is important that the new economic partnership agreement (EPA) between the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the EU is ratified and implemented before the UK leaves the EU, said Trudi Hartzenberg, executive director of trade law organisation Tralac.
The threat of vibriosis to emerging farmers
Emerging farmers must beware of vibriosis. This was according to Musset Dube, a North West state veterinarian.
