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Eating insects
With the planet’s population steadily increasing, insects could provide a viable option when it comes to feeding livestock – and humans.
How to make mayonnaise
Is it a sauce or condiment? No, it’s a miracle in which you, the beginner cook, learn how to mix oil and water. Whether you want to add some magic to boiled potatoes, rev up a burger or create a flavoursome dip, this is the way to go.
Six cottages on a perfect spot
FW reader Peter has found the perfect spot in the Karoo to build six cottages. He asks Jonno to assist with the design.
Know your crop pests
In the coming months, entomologist Paul Donovan will explain how to identify crop pests and suggest various measures to control them.
Looking after your Cucurbits
It’s important to get the timing right for post-planting nitrogen, cultivation and irrigation if you want to optimise Cucurbit production.
Revitalising markets
In the past, this column carried numerous appeals for government assistance in saving South Africa’s fresh produce markets.
Digital presentations for farmers
You can create – and update – informative electronic brochures with ease, says Greg Miles.
DAFF calls for public comment on bill
The Marketing of Agricultural Products Amendment Bill 2013 has been approved for public comment by the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (DAFF).
Belnori goat milk cheese: creamy perfection
Now in their retirement, Norman and Rina Belcher are producing award-winning cheeses at their Belnori Boutique Cheesery. The Belchers attribute their success to teamwork and paying attention to detail.
Classing mohair 1
Roelof Bezuidenhout takes us through the preparation of the clip.
Look after your wind pump
A wind pump is expensive, but is one of the most neglected pieces of farm equipment, says Roelof Bezuidenhout.
Cross-border problems can’t be ignored
The Eastern Free State region bordering Lesotho is both dramatic and charming, with its huge sandstone cliffs, orchards, grain crops and livestock-dotted landscape. But, as Mike Burgess writes, there is an anarchic side to this region as cross-border crime continues to erode the fabric of commercial farming, despite a lengthy legal battle between organised agriculture and the state.
WWF’s new plantation project
The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) recently brought its New Generation Plantations project to SA, where it is engaging with timber stakeholders and government to implement the concept. Rod Taylor, director of forests for WWF International, explained the project to Robyn Joubert.
Australian Droughtmaster thrives in tough SA conditions
The Australian Droughtmaster will be a serious new player in the South African beef cattle arena, says Droughtmaster breeder Johan van der Nest. Annelie Coleman reports on the potential impact of this breed on the local beef scene.
Farmers advised to invest in new machinery
The rand’s recent drop against the US dollar could see local farmers scrambling to buy imported agricultural machinery.
Disagreement on land reform bill
A public consultation recently held in Durban on the proposed Restitution of Land Rights Amendment Bill clearly highlighted the different views of several groups on the issue. Lloyd Phillips reports.
KZN farmers praised for helping to catch crooks
Farmers in the Ifafa area of the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast have been heaped with praise by the province’s police commissioner.
Warnings ahead of fire season
More than 244 500ha were lost to veld fires in the Free State in the 2012/2013 veld fire season and authorities are concerned that the pattern may be repeated in the 2013/2014 season.
Designing a cottage on a low budget
FW reader Pat is moving to a farm and wants to build a cottage on the land. Jonno helps design a beautiful cottage at minimal cost.
Tendon troubles
Injuries to a horse’s tendons are invariably very serious, warns Kim Dyson.
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