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...
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...
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,...
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...
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.
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.
The Jacaranda Agricultural Show is here
The Jacaranda Agricultural Show will take place at the Tshwane Events Centre north of Pretoria, from 26 - 29 August 2015.
Joubert Boerdery Dohne Merino Sale
Jan-Hendrik and Fanie Joubert held their Dohne Merino Sale on 20 May.
Red meat traceability: time to beef up the system
The traceability of food products is growing in importance across the world, and the sooner South Africa’s red meat value chain grasps its value, the better, according to Prof Frikkie...
Female farmers valued contributors to North West’s economy
The North West provincial government valued the significant role women farmers played in the economy of the province, according to Supra Mahumapelo, North West premier.
Choosing the ideal bakkie
Luxurious and pricey, most of today’s bakkies are designed for well-heeled urbanites rather than farmers. How then do you pick an affordable, no-nonsense vehicle that can cope with the everyday...
Farming competitively – it can be done!
Despite facing serious challenges, South African agriculture can nonetheless increase its competitiveness, both locally and internationally. Prof Gerald Ortmann, head of Agricultural Economics at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, explores some...
Breaking down the communication barrier
A new app from Skype enables real-time translation of foreign languages.
Dealing with powdery mildew
This fungal disease affects numerous species of plants, including many valuable cash crops, says Paul Donovan.
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