SA government failing commercial aquaculture
SA has the potential to become a successful producer of Nile tilapia, yet government’s latest efforts aimed at supporting commercial aquaculture are counterproductive.
Maggots in a horse’s ears: prevention is easier than cure
Flystrike can be just as problematic in horses as in sheep, says Dr Mac.
Pigeon club competitiveness
With careful management and good quality birds, any fancier with the right attitude can become a contender, says Thomas Smit.
Tips for stress-free livestock transporting
Livestock transportation should result in as little stress to the animals as possible, whether they are being transported to the abattoir or other farms. Glenneis Kriel spoke to Dr Dirk...
How to fix a ‘show sour’ horse
When a horse that has previously done well starts to misbehave at shows, you can be fairly certain that it’s nervous and needs habituation, says Dr Mac.
How to reduce tortoise electrocution mortalities
Thousands of tortoises are inadvertently killed by electric fences in South Africa each year. Yet there are simple, practical steps that farmers can take to stop this. Dr Luke Arnot...
Biological farming ensures dairy farm’s success
For 15 years, the Muller family, near George, has been using biological farming methods and no-till practices. Their pasture-reared dairy herd is thriving and can be directly traced to the...
The rise and fall of ornamental fish culture
The hobby of keeping exotic ornamental fish in a home aquarium is nowhere near as popular as it once was.
Use a curry comb to groom your horse
Get the sweat out of your horse, as well as dirt and loose hairs. Dr Mac shows how.
Poultry: choose the right bedding for better broilers
It’s crucial for a broiler producer to get floor management right. This will improve the birds’ physical environment, reduce disease and result in better quality broilers. So says free-range poultry...
Does your horse suffer from thrush? Follow these guidelines
The frog acts as a shock absorber for the foot as it strikes the ground. If the frog is infected with thrush, your horse will be reluctant to walk and...
South Africa’s potential pond farming bonanza
Pond aquaculture systems may be the answer to producing bulk quantities of tilapia simply and affordably.
Is rhino breeding a potential gold mine for cattle farmers?
The socio-economic dynamics of an ever-growing and increasingly globalised human population are placing increasing demands on the world’s livestock producers. German Agricultural Society president, Carl-Albrecht Bartmer, explored these issues at...
How much should a horse cost?
Breed, conformation and supply and demand are among the factors that affect the price of a horse, explains Dr Mac.
Okabra Brahman Stud: breeding for the future
Mecki and Brigitte Schneider of the Okabra Brahman Stud in the Grootfontein district in Namibia own one of the largest stud and commercial beef cattle operations in Southern Africa. Wayne...
Make your own insect-repellent hanging garden in your stable
Hanging baskets will brighten up your stable yard and keep away flies, mosquitoes and other annoying pests, by Kim Dyson.
Welpic Dormers: breeding for exceptional genetics
At the 2016 National Dormer Sale in Bloemfontein, a Welpic Dormer ram achieved the second-best price of R51 000. Mike Burgess visited JP Potgieter (26) to see how and why...
Reducing stress in broodmares
Owners of broodmares should ensure that their animals’ feed is optimal and the timing is right, says Dr Mac.
Are lick supplements worthwhile in beef production?
Cattlemen operating under extensive conditions are always looking for ways to increase production and profitability, says Dr Liesel Foster, a beef producer from Zastron. Her PhD research concluded that farmers...
Small-scale fish farming
With government assistance, many rural small-scale fish farmers could turn their operations into viable enterprises.
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