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Sifiso’s journey
With the support of a handful of visionary farmers, a sharp young man is cutting a path for himself in the commercial dairy world. Robyn Joubert reports.
Lessons from a champion
With champion racer Koert Grobler having retired from the sport – for now – it’s an apt time to review his achievements and see what advice he has for us, says Thomas Smit.
Cobra Interceptor sprayer
The futuristic new Cobra Interceptor sprayer was launched at the recent EIMA Show in Bologna, Italy. Joe Spencer reports.
Loving her neighbours like herself
Marieta Groenewald from Clocolan in the Free State is driven by her passion for children. She believes the future of our country lies in the hands of the younger generations. In her quest to afford destitute children, love, dignity and support, she founded two children’s homes, among others, in the town. Annelie Coleman reports.
Mapungubwe interpretive centre temporarily closed due to heavy rains
The Mapungubwe Interpretive Centre (MIC) situated within the Mapungubwe National Park and World Heritage Site has been temporarily closed due to the heavy rains in the area.
Exploring the Eastern Cape’s bridging legacy
The construction of bridges on the Eastern Frontier during the late 19th century contributed greatly to controlling newly conquered chunks of Xhosaland. Mike Burgess visited a number of bridges designed by legendary British engineer and bridge builder Joseph Newey and spoke to consulting engineer and author Dennis Walters about Newey’s legacy.
SA warned of heavy rains this weekend
South African farmers and their employees should take heed of warnings of highly likely widespread heavy rains for the weekend of 18 to 20...
Anyone can do maths!
We can’t escape maths, so learn to love it, because it’s something you can’t do without when it comes to running your business successfully, writes Susan Pletts.
A lamb & chilli fix
For some diners the electric tingle of chilli is as essential as salt and pepper. And for this cook, one of the best ways to get your daily chilli fix and have a damn good meal at the same time is to get stuck into a lamb and potato curry. If lamb is in short supply, goat makes a substantial substitute with a texture and flavour that some prefer to mutton.
Growing lettuce for the home garden – part 2
This issue we look at the different kinds of lettuce available and which are best for your home garden.
‘Goliath’ of the fynbos industry
In 2012, Jacky Goliath won many awards for Nursery which she co-owns and runs in Simondium near Franschhoek. She and business partner
Elton Jefthas started a backyard business growing 1 000 fynbos plants in 2001. Now they produce more than 600 000 plants per year.
Cosatu’s retail boycott threats empty
Cosatu has warned that it would ensure a retail boycott against farmers unwilling to pay their workers R150/day.
Controlling the African bollworm
As a tomato grower you always need to be on the lookout for the African bollworm (Helicoverpa armigera), no matter the season.
All wrapped up!
Jonno gives FWSA readers a special gift for Christmas - a basic home design.
State Vet cautions against social media rumours on AHS
Buffalo City’s state veterinarian, Dr Stuart Varrie, appealed to horse owners in the Kei Mouth and Morgan Bay areas of the Eastern Cape not to report cases of African horse sickness (AHS) on social media websites, unless the disease had been confirmed through laboratory testing.
Limpopo emerging farmers hit hard
Livestock farmers in the drought-stricken eastern part of Limpopo have been urged to reduce their stock numbers to avoid losing more animals.
Preserve and protect wetlands
A wetland can be recognised by characteristic soil, plants and wildlife. Wetlands are permanently or periodically inundated with water.
Record year for wine harvest and production expected
In 2012, South Africa exported a record 415 million litres of wine, beating the 2008 record of 411 million litres, said Wines of South Africa CEO, Su Birch.
Call for an improved agri-investment climate
South Africa’s Agricultural Business Chamber (AgBiz) urged government to implement the recommendations of the UN’s Food and Agricultural Organisation’s 2012 ‘State of Food and Agriculture’ report.
R150/day minimum wage ‘unrealistic’ – BFAP
An analysis of farm worker wages has revealed that farmers can afford a slight increase in minimum wages, but that increasing the current prescribed minimum wage from R69/day to R150/day, as striking farm workers in the Western Cape have been demanding since November last year, was simply not feasible.
