Horses and thumps disorder
This serious disorder can affect endurance horses after a long ride, says Dr Mac.
Levelling the playing field for pigeon racing
It is often claimed that the wealthier fanciers are dominating pigeon racing. But having a lot of money doesn’t necessarily make you a winner, says Thomas Smit.
Sustainable use of dewormers
Dewormer resistance in small ruminants has increased worldwide. Veterinary scientist David Bartram provided an insight into this problem at the recent World Merino Conference.
Fish breeding do’s & don’ts
There’s more to breeding than sticking fish in the water and hoping for the best. Start off with the right type of tank, get quality fish, and avoid inbreeding.
Free-range and carbon credits pay off for Farmer Angus
Angus McIntosh and his wife Mariota returned to SA from London 10 years ago. In 2009, they took the plunge and began farming on rented land. Since then, they have concentrated on diversification, biodynamic production, and value-adding.
Essential oils for horses
Essential oils can be used to improve the mood and physical well-being of your horse, says Kim Dyson.
Tilapia on our shelves
Long considered the ‘aquaculture fish of the future’, tilapia products are now being imported in quantity from Zimbabwe, writes Stephen McVeigh.
Working together for better beef
Ten farmers developed and adapted the genetics of their beef cattle to their environment and now produce profitable progeny.
Livestock Disease Trends – May 2014
Roundworms: Although conditions in the summer rainfall area are not so conducive for new wireworm infestations, there were still numerous reports of losses due to this parasite.
The Hugenoot makes its mark in the Waterberg
Mike Burgess recently visited Franci-Mari van Heerden, owner of the Witrots Hugenoot stud, and secretary and board member of Hugenoot SA, to find out why she chose the breed.
Developing a pond farm
There is no reason that pond fish-farming could not be viable in parts of South Africa, as it is already successful elsewhere in Africa.
Horses in western dressage
Growing in popularity since 2007, western dressage has now been recognised in South Africa, says Dr Mac.
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