Sussex management: Keep it pure and simple
Dallas Phillips has been managing Sussex cattle on the same farm for the past 40 years. He says that simple management practices and keeping the herd pure form the foundation...
Dealing with a fractured jaw
Breaks are often misdiagnosed and sometimes even heal on their own, says Dr Mac.
Following the spoor: What to look for
You hear the shot of the rifle and feel the recoil, but the animal runs. What should you do now? To learn about tracking, Gerhard Uys spoke to Willem van...
Understanding the role of the boar in breeding
Novice pig farmers should start with highly marketable and popular breeds such as the Landrace or Large White, says Shane Brody.
Three decades later: progress or regress?
In South Africa, it’s easy to become depressed, but the progress made in other African countries shows that, with the right attitude, fish farming can flourish.
The R5 million racing pigeon
Golden Prince, currently the most expensive pigeon in the world, is owned by two South African fanciers.
Cold-tolerant tilapia can weather winter’s chill
Taking tilapia cold tolerance ranges into account shows how just a few degrees can make for a worry-free season.
Grey Rhebok – phantom of the veld
With its cryptic colouring, quiet habits and powerful senses, the grey rhebok is a worthy adversary. Renowned hunter, Peter Flack, describes why he believes it is Southern Africa’s top game...
Dealing with sacroiliac injuries
Injuries to the posterior section of the spine are often caused by unbalanced stress on the pelvis. However, the prognosis is usually good if the horse is given time to...
Jacre Limousins: founded on French genetics
From the start of his enterprise, Pierre van Niekerk has sourced Limousin genetics from France to build his Jacre Limousin Stud near Bedford in the Eastern Cape. Mike Burgess visited...
A successful Boer goat stud in the Hantam Karoo
Careful management and marketing are both crucial in Boer goat production. Pip Nieuwoudt of Nama Stud, the oldest Boer goat stud in the Western Cape, spoke to Jeandré du Preez...
Cobalt now a controlled substance
Riders should be very careful about giving horses supplements before competitions, cautions Dr Mac.
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