Freshwater options in SA
Aquaculture is far more diverse than many realise. The practice can vary in size, technique and breeds.
Manage the breeding season for profitable production
The timing of breeding is an important technique to optimise reproductive performance, and impacts directly on the profit margin of beef cattle production. Leslie Bergh, senior researcher, Beef Cattle Recording...
Dr Dung’s lessons
Dung is an important indicator of the nutritional status of a cow. So it’s useful to know what different ‘types’ mean.
The key to running a top broiler business
Sound management and investing in human resources has brought Gilbert Phalafala swift success.
Proud flesh
The best way to prevent proud flesh from forming is proper wound management, says Kim Dyson.
Communal farmer sets his sights higher with Brahman
Mike Ramagofu says small-scale farmers need the right breed for their specific conditions. He believes a breed can make or break an enterprise, especially in the case of communal farming....
Good husbandry is the solution
Tilapia are hardy, but survival is one thing and fast growth another – and in culture units poor performance is invariably due to poor husbandry.
Livestock Disease Trends (as informally reported by vets in South Africa) January 2013
Due to good rainfall in the summer rainfall areas and hot weather, numerous reports of internal parasites were received. Infestations were reported at:
Boran’s rising popularity in the Eastern Cape
Boran farmer, Johannes van Rensburg, says that the commitment of individuals advances the breed.
Doing SA proud
The name may have changed, but the competition is as fierce as ever and the prizes remain mouth-watering, says Thomas Smit.
Sweet itch or grass mange?
During summer, many horses develop itchy, hairless patches on their heads and necks. What causes this and how do you deal with it? Dr Mac tells you more.
Symptoms of Datura poisoning in horses
Although fairly common in most paddocks, Datura is most definitely not your horse’s friend.
Winning lines
Champion fancier Ben van Greunen discusses his career with Thomas Smit, and shares some tips.
Fresh wind blows in the Kalahari for the Khomani San
The first game and hunting ranch owned and managed by the clan of the legendary Bushman Dawid Kruiper is open for business. Those with a love of pure hunting skills...
More on filtration
All too often, even well-built, hi-tech grow-out systems are let down by inadequate filtration.
Breeding indigenous Ngunis in the Piketberg
Passionate about the Nguni, Hannes Eksteen runs three stud herds and maintains four Nguni ecotypes. He calves seasonally to coincide with fodder flow and keep stress factors down. Jay Ferreira...
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...
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:
