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The passion of bassin’
The hobby of bass fishing takes place from the river bank and entails much more than simply putting your line in the water, writes Eugene Kruger.
Timber industry very concerned about AARTO implications
The South African timber industry is concerned that proposed road traffic legislation together with the requirements of its associated Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Act will threaten the industry’s functioning and profitability.
Drought – price drop
Sporadic drought and the retail industry’s reluctance to pass on lower prices to the consumer caused a serious red meat price drop. It is feared that farmers will be forced off their farms if prices do not pick up soon.
Mine admits guilt and coughs up for farmer
A Mpumalanga farmer has triumphed over a coal mine in a case that has set a legal precedent for mines who don’t comply with the National Environmental Management Act (NEMA).
Specialise – and become an expert
When Farmer’s Weekly visited Kobela Mokgohlwa in 2010, he farmed hydroponically with tomatoes and green peppers in three tunnels, and had a small feedlot. But things have since changed. Peter Mashala investigates.
Introducing farm band, Plassmoord
You won’t find the agricultural district of Koedoesrand on many maps, and the folks who live and farm there like it that way. Sean Christie chanced upon a Koedoesrand garage band consisting of brothers (and farmers), Will (31) and Chris Coetsee (33), and documentary cameraman-cum-farmer Gideon Swart (47). They explain why they called the band ‘Plaasmoord’.
Make your products stand out
In the 1970s, a Tzaneen farmer started growing a small but tasty variety of pawpaw called a papino.
A new way of controlling pom pom weed
This invasive alien plant is difficult to destroy, but trials at Nyoka Wildlife Conservation have shown good results, writes Dave Vanderspuy.
Satellites assist with water use
Scientists are going to space to help farmers monitor drought and irrigate their crops.
Sustainable Food for Life Career & Bursary Fair
A unique Career and Bursary Fair to introduce the agricultural industry, and more specific the opportunities within the entire value chain of the fresh produce industry, will be hosted on the Stellenbosch University campus on Thursday, 12 April 2012 (09:00 – 15:30).
Spacious Living
Jonno designs a beautiful spacious house for a reader.
About provisional tax
Most farmers as provisional taxpayers, so it’s important to understand the concept, says Susan Pletts.
Making a difference
Many young people have contacted me after reading about the Future Farmers Foundation in Farmer’s Weekly (8 July 2011, pg 76).
South African Sugar Association on scientific proof
I am writing in response to the article “Control sugar abuse” (17 February, pg 17) that was based on an article that appeared in Nature journal.
Reduce costs with contract harvesters
As most farmers already have too much to deal with every day,
a silage harvesting contractor can ease this burden and save the farmer money. Contractor Justin Nel tells Lloyd Phillips what such a service entails.
What needs to be done to ensure food security in SA
Too many people in SA still do not get enough to eat. To attain ‘zero-hunger’, organisations such as Grain SA need to work with government to ensure enough affordable food for our nation, says Derek Hanekom, deputy minister of science and technology.
The cutting edge
Falcon’s new Rotogang is now out and the word is, the company has got it right. Joe Spencer reports.
Bonding-your secret weapon
Fanciers who understand the psychology of bonding with racing pigeons will be able to use this as a secret weapon in a master breeder’s programme and during races.
Feeding your horse
Now that your horse is home, the wonderful journey of discovery can begin.
The Brangus Kings
Barry King of Bottelgat Brangus is the father of Farmer’s Weekly
cover girl Meggan King. In 2010 he and his son Llwelleyn won the
Brangus Breeder of the Year award and in 2011 the herd achieved the best Brangus intercalving period in South Africa with an average of 378 days. Heather Dugmore visited their farm.
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