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Farmer’s Weekly brings you the latest animal farming news and updates from South Africa and the rest of Africa.

Jumping high!

There are several ways of overcoming your fear of jumping, says Kim Dyson. And the feeling of being out of control and of being lifted off the ground could become addictive!

Shepherding her flock to greener pastures

Renowned Dormer breeder Erika Hanekom’s ewes are known for their excellent maternal abilities. She spoke to Denene Erasmus about breeding sheep and farming in a profession dominated by men.

Livestock Disease Trends (as informally reported by vets in South Africa) December 2012

As a result of good rains and high summer temperatures, problems due to intestinal roundworms are increasing. Infestations were reported at:

The basics of feeding your horse – Part 1

After buying a horse, it’s very important to know what to feed your new equine friend. Kim Dyson gives some useful feeding tips.

The basics of feeding your horse – Part 2

Kim Dyson looks at the appropriate feeding rations for your equine sidekick.
game auction trends 2012

Understanding the game auction trends for 2012

A number of high-value species and colour variants were traded during 2012, says Dr Cloete.
How a piggery improved pig welfare

How a piggery improved pig welfare

Rob and Ian Butt introduced housing pens to improve the welfare of their pigs.

Watch that posture

Being able to tell the difference between normal and abnormal posture will help you catch illnesses earlier, says Dr Mac.

Lessons from a champion

With champion racer Koert Grobler having retired from the sport – for now – it’s an apt time to review his achievements and see what advice he has for us, says Thomas Smit.
indigenous afrikaner cattle

Afrikaner cattle breed: Origins and future role

The Afrikaner cattle breed is a genetic gold mine for beef production in SA, says Pierre Fouché.

The importance of sex reversal

Techniques to produce all-male fingerlings are now an established part of tilapia culture and the use of mixed-sex groups is a backward step doomed to failure in any undertaking.

Beware of blood!

Blood coming out of any part of your horse can be terrifying, but if its nose is bleeding, one of the causes could be guttural pouch disease, warns Kim Dyson.
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