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Let’s grow SA’s agri sector!
At the Afasa congress in Pretoria earlier this year, agriculture minister Senzeni Zokwana made a strong case for sensible, ongoing discussions between stakeholders, and the return to a good work ethic in the public sector. These, he said, are important for effective transformation in agriculture.
Spirit of conservationist Ian Player lives on
Dr Ian Player, (89) well-known and respected conservationist, died at his home in the Karkloof (KZN) last week after a short illness.
A timber home on a lake
Dear Jonno
We’ve enclosed a sketch of a house that we would like to build. We have not allowed for any doors, apart from the...
Steps on healing a horse’s wound
Once the initial trauma has passed and the wound has been cleaned and treated, the final stage of healing can commence, says Kim Dyson.
SAPIR 2014 roundup
Conditions were difficult. The birds had to endure heat and a strong headwind in the final, reports Thomas Smit.
How to plant cabbage correctly
Cabbage can be planted by hand or mechanically. For hand planting, the best tool is a home-made miniature hoe. This can be constructed by cutting up an old implement disc into wedges and welding a section of pipe to each as a handle.
Success with organic farming
Wensleydale Farms in Centurion, Gauteng, is well established as an organic grower. New owner Magapa Phaweni plans to use her business skills to build on the farm’s success and expand its exports.
Sizzling red-hot fish braai
There comes a time when the amateur braai mechanic realises that not all protein is red nor are all steaks beef. Here’s a magnificent fish braai procedure that I learnt from a friend, Derek van Heerden.
Celebrating soil
In 2002 the UN named 5 December as World Soil Day, a day to celebrate and raise awareness of the importance of soil in food production.
Mark Shuttleworth’s winning case could interest farmers
SA’s Internet pioneer and astronaut has won a case that will interest farmers with overseas dealings.
Arwin Bonsmara Bull Production Sale
Highest (bull): R27 000
Bird flu fears in Europe could boost SA ostrich meat exports
The recent occurrence of the avian influenza A (H5N1) virus in Europe’s poultry flocks could open the door for increased exports of locally produced, heat-treated ostrich meat.
Success with livestock & conservation farming
This year the annual Grassland Society of South Africa’s Peter Edwards Award was shared by Arnold Griesel and Kobus Marais. They discuss how conservation farming has worked for them.
A lesson in labournomics
Employment growth in agriculture is only possible if government starts working with the farming sector to limit unfair competition and re-affirm property rights.
Veld recovery after fire
Farmers in semi-arid grassveld regions should not graze recently-burnt veld too soon. Ecologically, this is the worst thing to do as it compounds grazing problems.
Farmers asked to set up ‘vulture restaurants’
A food shortage among vultures has led to a call for help to farmers to set up “vulture restaurants”.
About pyrethrum
This is a handy biodegradable organic insecticide you can make yourself, says Paul Donovan.
Fuel price decrease in time for Christmas
Farmers, truckers, motorists and other fuel users have been given an early Christmas gift this year.
Managing weed resistance to glyphosate
Dr Charlie Reinhardt of the University of Pretoria’s SA Herbicide Resistance Initiative offers the following ‘5 Golden Rules’ for managing weed resistance to glyphosate and other herbicides.
Taking the eina out of EIAs
In addition to proper plans, building may require an environmental impact assessment, says Roelof Bezuidenhout.
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