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Animal farming covers livestock breeding, dairy, and meat production. Explore methods, challenges, and innovations shaping modern agriculture.

Boran cattle drive productivity on Free State farm

Meet South Africa’s only herd of iconic Murray Grey cattle

Desert cattle operation reaps rewards of regenerative agriculture

Afrikaner – a hardy breed making its mark in feedlots

The financial realities of showing livestock

Starting a poultry business on a budget

Bird flu then and now: the ongoing battle against avian influenza

First steps to take when putting up a chicken house

Navigating the legal landscape for emerging poultry farmers

Poultry: obstacles and possibilities for small-scale producers

Profitable free-range chicken production in the Swartland

Global oyster market on an upward trend

The global oyster market is on the rise as seafood demand continues to grow. Oysters are valued as a delicacy, a healthy protein, and a sustainable food source.

Tuna fishing under pressure as global demand increases

The rising global demand for tuna has placed it under significant threat of overfishing. World Tuna Day, 2 May, was established by the United Nations (UN) to highlight the importance...

Production principles for hatchery success

The hatchery is the foundation of a fish farm. Leslie Ter Morshuizen, owner of Aquaculture Solutions, says that by following his six hatchery principles, farmers can set a trajectory for...

Van Rooy: a highly economical sheep farming option

The Dorper: a home-grown meat sheep

Why our locally bred goats are gaining global popularity

Hampshire Down: mutton sheep fast gaining in popularity

Genetics and breeding pave the way for Bessiesfontein’s success

The 2025 AfrikaPro ends with a thrilling finale

This annual AfrikaPro Premier One Loft Series, owned by President Cyril Ramaphosa, wrapped up its fourth season with Race 10, the grand finale, held on 10 October at his Phala...

The latest tech in pig farming

Digital technologies and artificial intelligence are transforming pig production across the world, rendering production more efficient, less labour intensive and friendlier to animals while improving traceability and food safety. Glenneis...

Horses

How the SA Saddlebred has built a global reputation

How would you describe a Saddlebred horse in terms of the breed standard? The American Saddlebred is known for its refined beauty, proud presence, and...

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