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DAFF publishes new poultry brining levels
After a year of debate, the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (DAFF) has published new brining regulations, setting the maximum amount of flavoured water, salts and/or colorants that may be injected into individual poultry portions at 15%.
Dirty pond water found in Chinese meat
South African chicken processors regularly come under fire for injecting brine into chicken pieces, but those who object to this process should know things could be worse!
Heavy rains hit Western Cape
Western Cape farmers are bracing themselves for more rain as the unseasonal downpours continue in the province.
A rewarding experience at the Kruger National Park
Visiting the Kruger National Park in December is a highly rewarding experience, says Annelie Coleman.
The importance of sustainability
Reduce, recycle, re-use, replace, redesign… and re-think!
A traditional salad
For traditional human carnivores, a salad is good to look at but nothing to eat. To shatter this illusion, here is a salad to add goodness and taste to your next braai.
KZN police arrest escaped farm murder suspect
KwaZulu-Natal police have been praised for swiftly recapturing Sthembiso Shabalala (34), charged with the August 2012 murder of Richmond farmer Rob Anderson (39).
‘FARE’ solutions for Western Cape agri woes
Income tax incentives for farmers providing housing to workers, and greater protection for farm workers’ rights, are some of the recommendations made in a report aimed at finding solutions to problems facing the agricultural sector in the Western Cape. The report has been compiled by a multi-stakeholder initiative,
consisting of the Future of Agriculture and the Rural Economy process.
Injecting sheep and goats – Part 4
Marking animals after injections is important, says Prof Cheryl McCrindle.
Fishing rights questioned
The DA has queried the lawfulness of the fishing rights allocation process after thousands of applicants were unsuccessful and subsequently without a source of income.
Improving young pig performance
Dr Lia Hoving emphasises the significance of weight loss in sows during lactation. Her research shows that this can compromise a sow’s reproductive performance.
Allelopathy – test Results
In the second part of this two-part series,Dr Suzette Bezuidenhout discusses testing the allelopathic effect to control yellow nutsedge. Lloyd Phillips reports.
Trout: Cold-water marvel
Why trout farming is South Africa’s most successful aquaculture.
Computerised livestock weighing
Electronic identification and auto-drafting makes livestock management easier, says Greg Miles.
Ostrich industry set for recovery
The ostrich industry’s challenge for 2014 is to successfully establish heat-treated ostrich meat products as mainstream commodities in European markets.
Economic challenges and opportunities in 2014
The election will play a big role in the economy this year.
Why identify animals?
In the first of a series of articles, we look at the principles of animal and animal product traceability. Compiled by Chris Nel.
Have you tested your horse for CEM yet?
Without two negative tests, a stallion is not permitted by law to cover a mare, cautions Dr Mac.
Understanding pigeons CFVs
Understanding the theory of ‘comfortable flying velocity’ will help you do better in long-distance races, says Thomas Smit.
Tough year ahead for sugar
The sugarcane industry experienced tight financial conditions in 2013 and these were likely to continue into 2014.
