Caxton Magazines
Smart irrigation saves water
A degree of operational loss is unavoidable when using irrigation. But water loss because of poor or non-existent maintenance of irrigation equipment, pipelines and dams, is unacceptable.
Vietnamese Pork Belly
Vietnamese food is probably even more exciting than Thai. While Thai-based foods and the condiments that go with them have made it to
South African kitchens and supermarkets, Vietnamese food is just a couple of steps behind …
Hand milking: how to keep it hygienic
Hand milking can be as hygienic as milking machines, and is more gentle to the udder. But precautions must be taken.
Choosing the right canola cultivar
Canola plantings in the Swartland in the Western Cape have been increasing steadily over the past few years, as more farmers recognise the benefits of including canola as a viable cash crop in rotation with wheat and other grain crops.
Boost for North West subsistence farmers
North West Premier Supra Mahumapelo recently handed over 10 Bonsmara and 10 Brahman stud bulls to 20 farmers in Mahikeng as part of the provincial government’s sire subsidy scheme.
Now real negotiations can begin
Last week saw South Africa’s two largest agricultural farmer unions hold their annual conferences, virtually back to back and at the same venue.
Garmin TT10 helps keep track of dogs
When I was a youngster, my father was in charge of the ‘jackal pack’ – dogs used to control problem animals and eradicate vermin.
Refurbishing an old farm hall
I received a call from a Farmer’s Weekly reader in the KZN midlands. On
his farm is a sturdy hall, built in the 1860s, that once served as a
meeting and conference facility for the district farm community.
Liquid fertilisation with the Progator
Nutri-flo’s latest method of fertiliser application employs a John Deere Progator fitted with sophisticated spraying equipment.
Highlights from Afasa’s 3rd AGM
The African Farmers Association of South Africa (Afasa) held its 3rd AGM from 19-21 October in Irene, outside Pretoria.
Horses: treating proud flesh
This wound complication in horses can be serious, warns Dr Mac.
From manual labourer to managing partner
Erik Phinallephe (55) was born and raised in Stellenbosch and started working as a general farm labourer when he was only 12.
Weevils & other sweet potato pests
The sweet potato weevil (Cylas spp) is arguably the most destructive pest of this crop.
Nene announces plans to curb government spending and increase tax revenue
Government is running out of money, leaving finance minister Nhlanhla Nene with one of two choices – he either has to increase taxes or cut state expenditure.
Food losses in Sub-Saharan at 100mt/year
Sub-Sahara Africa loses 100 million tons of food every year, according to the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organisation.
Successful piggery businesses in South Africa
Number Two Piggeries currently employs 1 000 people, and farms a total of 20 000 breeding sows.
Agri Mega Week review
See what Joe Spencer spotted at Mega Park, Bredasdorp in September.
Taking hold of your tax
South Africans receive little in return for the taxes they pay. What can be done to remedy this unsatisfactory state of affairs?
Fresh produce sector : More change for the better
The rapid changes that we witness every day in the world are well-documented, but I remain constantly intrigued by them.
Chance opportunity breeds future success
Thorn Park trading store began farming chickens 19 years ago after
fortune walked through the door – literally. Now raising in excess of 10 000 chickens, the enterprise is proving to be the store’s proverbial golden egg. Grant Hollins visited the operation outside East London to find out more.
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