townie on survival
As winter's grip tightens on our farm, all one hears about on TV is how global warming is fast destroying our planet. Issue Date: 11 May 2007
How to create time – write your affirmation
I have a certificate in my office which changed my life. You see, I trained as an entomologist, but soon realised I was a square peg in a round hole.Issue...
More about auctions
Last week I explained how a racing pigeon auction is organised. I mentioned the importance of holding the auction in an area that pigeon fanciers can reach easily, and recommended...
Interpreting the Municipal Property Rates Act
The implementation of the Municipal Property Rates Act is causing a stir in agricultural communities across South Africa. Prof Louis de Clercq, emeritus professor of the University of KZN, has...
Irrigating crops with sea water – the next revolution?
Aussies improve tillage under drought conditionsIssue Date 11 May 2007
New lucerne cultivar created for local conditions
The National Lucerne Organisation's (NLO's) new lucerne cultivar, SA Select, promises huge benefits. Issue Date 4 May 2007
Faith-based farming by Angus Buchan
Farmer Angus Buchan's story was first portrayed in his book Faith Like Potatoes, and then more recently in the locally produced film of the same name. His farm outside Greytown,...
Levy proposed to fund research
A generic tariff is being proposed by the South African Olive Industry Association (SA Olive). The tariff will be applicable to all local and imported olive products. Issue date 11...
Pomegranates – a promising alternative crop
With the drop in prices of crops like wine and citrus, many farmers are looking to diversify. Fan Olivier of Porterville explains to Glenneis Erasmus why he turned to pomegranates...
SA olive oil gets the thumbs up
In SA olive oil producers press their own olives and focus primarily on quality. Issue date 11 May 2007
KZN and Singapore talk business
KZN is to benefit from THE ECONOMIC and bilateral ties forged between SA and Singapore. Issue date 11 May 2007
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