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Big tractors set new record
This unique event also raised a considerable sum for a cancer charity. Joe Spencer reports.
The way to go
The most popular planted grass pasture on the Highveld has to be Eragrostis curvula.
Determining lamb paternity
Australian researchers have identified a set of genetic markers
that allows highly accurate parentage testing across all breeds of sheep.
Beating coccidiosis
US researchers have developed a control for this devastating intestinal disease.
The key to herbicide resistance?
US scientists may have found how ‘super weeds’ develop resistance to glyphosate.
Conserve your wetlands!
Farmers are custodians of these vital ecosystems.
“Fracking” may go ahead in the Karoo
The South African government has lifted a moratorium on shale gas exploration in the Karoo, Reuters reported.
Burning veld is natural
In reply to a letter by Pauline entitled “Don’t burn the veld” (3 August, pg 9), I wish to expand on some of her concerns.
Pig advice wanted
I enjoyed your article about ‘managing piglets’ (13 July, pg 66).
Total lack of knowledge
I have yet to find any ‘From the Editor’ comments that are not extremely valid and balanced insights effecting the farming community and appreciate this balanced opinion.
Farming for the urban rich
Many a successful businessperson or professional is turning to farming these days. Veteran agricultural journalist George Nicholas thinks he knows why.
Cilantro soup
Cilantro, coriander, dhania: only the name is different. Here is a fragrant soup loaded with flavour, that’s easy to prepare and even easier to drink. Make this colourful dish an integral part of your next dinner party.
Beware of time bars
When dealing with tax – or any commercial matter – the taxpayer must be aware of the rules that relate to time bars.
Too many South Africans still go hungry – Stats SA
Food insecurity remains at a high level in South Africa.
TAU SA’s Georgia tour
Quite some time has elapsed since TAU SA first established contact with Georgia and was asked to help the country restore its agriculture, which had suffered after the dissolution of the USSR.
Farming today to ensure food for the future
It’s been less than three years since Woolworths launched its
Farming for the Future programme and it has already become one of
the major focuses of its sustainability drive. Justin Smith, Woolworths’ head of sustainability, speaks to Robyn Joubert about the programme.
Great projects, or great promises?
Locating government’s latest agricultural project in the president’s home village has raised eyebrows.
Archipelago meat
Swedish consumer demand for free range, naturally produced meat has reached new heights as island-style meat is growing in popularity.
Common pig diseases – 2
This week we look at lameness, salt poisoning, diarrhoea and other ailments common in small pig herds.
Eskom considers gas as an alternative
With its coal-fired plants planned for retirement from 2050, it’s necessary for Eskom to consider accessing natural gas resources to add capacity and build cheap power plants in a short period of time.
