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SA counted among top renewable energy investors
South Africa is one of the world’s most promising renewable energy (RE) markets, ranking in the top 10 countries to invest in RE in 2012.
Meet the Quattro Boer Goat Group
By integrating their clients as partners in the marketing chain, these breeders face the problems in the industry head on.
‘Developing farmers’ are both black and white
The agricultural industry remains an economic cornerstone in South Africa, but still does not receive the credit it deserves. This was according to Standard Bank Free State agricultural manager, Danie Retief.
Managing change – FW de Klerk
According to Charles Darwin, the success of a species is not determined by its relative strength or intelligence, but by its ability to adapt to change. The same applies to countries, businesses and individuals, says former president FW de Klerk.
Tendonitis in horses: Causes and treatment
Tendonitis is common in horses that have to gallop frequently, and causes swelling and pain.
SAPIR 2013 results
Hot weather and a headwind made for tough flying conditions at this year’s SA Professional Invitational Pigeon Race, says Thomas Smit.
Rustic Timber Home
My husband and I have a farm in Limpopo to which we want to retire and leave our current house to our children. We want to build a cosy cottage for ourselves on the farm and have selected a beautiful site.
Rain needed to freshen SA tractor sales
National tractor sales, currently 5,7% down compared to last year, will likely remain depressed if the rains don’t arrive soon in the dry western parts of South Africa’s grain production regions, said Jaco du Preez, national sales manager for New Holland Agriculture.
The digital-paper debate
A French TV advert uses humour to illustrate the debate between 'all digital' and the die-hard paper users.
Australia stays open for SA canned fruit
South African canned fruit will not have import duties imposed on it in Australia.
German company challenges EU pesticide ban
German chemicals group BASF has launched a legal challenge against the European Commission's ban of its insecticide fipronil, reported Reuters.
Smarter aerial fire-fighting needed – expert
South Africa has about 74 aircraft operating during the fire season:18 spotters, 35 fixed-wing bombers and 21 helicopters, as well as a number of smaller aircraft.
New equipment from Horsch
At a recent press conference in Germany, Horsch unveiled new machinery that will be displayed at the Agritechnica Show in Hanover in November.
Commercial farming success for newcomer
Garnering support from government, industry and the community has helped ease Khanyisile Mkhanyawo’s transition from agricultural newcomer to commercial farmer.
Unilever investigates water management challenges
Unilever recently brought together leading water experts to investigate SA’s looming water crisis.
More consumers, but lower profits
Smallholder farmers must be empowered to meet the challenges of rapid urbanisation.
The benefits of Bt maize
Insect-resistant Bt maize is an important tool for the management of maize stem borers, according to Edson Ncube of the ARC-Grain Crops Institute (ARC-GCI) in Potchefstroom.
Green tea revival
A once-destitute Seenteko tea farm has received an overhaul that will see a failed sector productive once more. Plandaí Biotechnology will produce green tea extract on the farm. Lindi van Rooyen reports.
Swartland winery in new partnership
Based in Riebeek Kasteel, Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines (formerly Mullineux Family Wines), was started in 2007 by husband-and-wife winemaking duo, Andrea and Chris Mullineux, together with business partners Keith Prothero and Peter Dart.
Choosing the right aquaculture technology
Successful aquaculture is all about making a profit. Make sure your system is affordable and appropriate.
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