1st Beumer Kudu Sale
Highest bull sold for R65 000.
All about amazing moringa
Both you and your horse can benefit from supplements containing leaves from this little
‘miracle of nature’, says Kim Dyson.
Global dairy prices show signs of recovery
The prices for most dairy products on an international online dairy auction platform showed an increase for the first time in about five months.
Managing soil mineral ratios
It is essential that farmers understand the importance of mineral balance in their soils, says Graeme Sait, CEO of Nutri-Tech Solutions in Australia. He visited South Africa this year to explain this balance.
20th Annual Caledon Promotional Ram Sale
Highest: (Dohne Merino Ram) R16 000
Despite lower volumes, avocado producers are doing well
Recently-appointed SAAGA chairperson, Kosie Eloff, shared the following observations about the current avocado season...
Recession fears and resilient farm prices
The South African economy has seen better days. First, the rand nose-dived to a record low of R14/US$, which put a damper on cuts to local fuel prices for September (see page 20).
New financing model needed for farmers – Vink
It was crucial that a feasible financing model be found to help new farmers, said Prof Nick Vink, chair of the Department of Agricultural Economics at the University of Stellenbosch, at Agri Northern Cape’s recent congress in Kimberley.
A Meatmaster success story
PW van Heerden’s Red Ribbon Meatmaster stud near Wesselsbron, which started out as a
cross-breeding experiment, is now a top stud that endeavours to produce well-adapted and balanced sheep genetics for commercial producers.
Objecting? Line up the evidence first!
If you cannot produce strong evidence and cogent arguments for your allegations, the chances are that you will lose any court battle against SARS.
Storing and transporting fuel
Polyethylene or steel? Choose wisely, then use accordingly.
SAPS investigate motive for murder of KZN farmer
Police in KwaZulu-Natal are reportedly investigating the motive behind the recent murder of farm manager Mngoma Mbanjwa (51) on Lockwood Farm near Ixopo.
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