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A storm brewing over statutory levies for macadamia industry
Resistance is mounting in the macadamia nut industry over levies payable to the Southern African Macadamia Growers’ Association (Samac).
Stricter meat labels due next year
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has set 25 April 2014 as the date by which all preserved, processed, dried and packaged meat products must adhere to the deparment’s new labelling regulations.
Sugarcane, with tomatoes on the side
Growing tomatoes in Pongola in summer is not for the faint- hearted. But the Terblanche family has fine-tuned its programme and picks tomatoes year-round, with many benefits for the sugarcane operation. Robyn Joubert reports.
Agritechnica gold medal winners
The German Agricultural Society organises Agritechnica, the world’s largest exhibition of agricultural machinery. This year, the society awarded four gold medals for innovation. Joe Spencer takes a look at the winners.
Horses and back problems
The signs of backache are evident in almost every stable yard, but there’s hope – and help, says Kim Dyson.
Modern Tuscan-style home
Verona and James recently sold their farm to move into a new modern styled house.
Making the most of the ostrich
This ostrich farm in the Western Cape has diversified into tourism, sport, concerts and other attractions that ensure a constant income stream. Jay Ferreira reports.
A winning community project
Sphiwe Machika, the 2013 DAFF Female Farm Worker of the Year, says working with the best team has brought the best out in her. Peter Mashala visited Sphiwe at the Rathabiseng Community Farming Project outside Pretoria.
EU bans SA citrus for the rest of the year
The EU has banned most imports of SA citrus for the remainder of this year following fears that citrus black spot (CBS), a fungal disease found in dozens of shipments, could spread to the 28-nation bloc, Reuters reported.
Mohair season set to end well
The mohair market maintained its current high levels at the second-last sale of the winter season.
Relief for drought stricken NW farmers
Some 14 000 bags of fodder weighing 50kg each have been distributed to 23 346 farmers who applied for drought relief in the North West since Monday, 18 November 2013.
Omnia signals good agri growth
Omnia’s revenue for the six months ending September 2013 is up 25,7% to R7,5 billion and basic earnings per share are up 16,7% to 637c/share.
Abuse of funds: talk or action?
Will Minister Gordhan’s ploy to stop officials from misspending taxpayers’ monies go beyond elections?
KWV reports quarterly loss
Liquor group KWV reported a nearly R20 million loss for the six months to end-September 2013.
‘Trade competitiveness must be beefed up’
South Africa’s negative trade balance could be improved if better systems were in place to aid exports.
Successful carrot fertilisation
Carrot fertilisation is very different to fertilisation in other vegetable crops. It’s crucial to understand this when evaluating a soil analysis prior to fertilising.
Markets need commitment
In last week’s column, I lamented the lack of formal training on markets. I was referring to market management and staff, not market agents, as they have a fully-fledged skills development programme.
Aloes boost tourism for local town
Tapping into KZN’s winter-flowering aloes has given local businesses, tourism and conservation a welcome boost. Robyn Joubert reports.
The broadband revolution
Australia is using broadband to revitalise farming. SA is falling behind, warns Santam’s Gerhard Diedericks.
What to do if you don’t have enough manure
Various options are available if you want to ensure good yield.
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