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New facility to expand bio-control of codling moths
A new production facility to rear and release sterile codling moths is geared to produce more than 2 million moths a week and currently supplies at least 3% of the local pome fruit industry. It's a new era in bio-control, writes Denene Erasmus.
More than just an English breakfast
Eggs Onassis: A breakfast for your inner millionaire.
Afasa satisfied after talks with minister of agriculture
After a communication gap of almost a year between the minister of agriculture, forestry and fisheries, Tina Joemat-Pettersson, and the African Farmers' Association of South Africa, the organisation expressed its satisfaction with a recent meeting that took place in Pretoria.
‘Agriculture will not reap benefits of government accords’
The agricultural sector is not holding its breath over so-called benefits deriving from two accords signed recently by government to increase local procurement and advance the bio-fuel industry.
A donkey at night sets jackals aflight
A humble donkey in Eastern Cape has become the protector of "her" flock of sheep.
Protector’s investigation into costly land deal welcomed
The Public Protector's decision to investigate a R36,48 million land transaction in Mpumalanga has been welcomed by several organisations.
Farmers to the rescue after devastating fires
The Colesberg farmers who lost 60 000ha to 70 000ha to wildfires earlier this month have been inundated with support from the rest of the country.
Farmers ask for Public Protector’s help with title deeds
For 16 years, a group of Gauteng farmers have not had title deeds to the farms they occupy.
Law comes to the aid of KZN land grab victim
The Pietermaritzburg High Court has made an interim interdict, preventing a group of land invaders from illegally occupying a piece of land in the nearby village of Hilton, its final order.
From city dweller to commercial farmer
Mojalefa Molefe moved from Soweto to Mokgwaneng, Limpopo, to take care of the family's cattle herd after his father's death. In seeking to adopt more modern - and profitable - farming methods, he has made plenty of mistakes, but has learned a great deal too. Peter Mashala visited him.
Sheep out, olives in
Since 2000, Craig Rippon has established almost 7 000 olive trees on his family's former sheep farm. Mike Burgess visited Springvale Olive Estate to find out why Craig pioneered olive production in the region, and how on-farm processing helped him develop a valuable niche market.
Are you smart enough to be a Brahman breeder?
Defying the common misconception that Brahmans are wild, temperamental and a problem to farm with, Johan Prinsloo selects only calm animals to maintain a desirable temperament in his PRI Brahman Stud.
A busy year for Grain SA
After nine months on the job, Jannie de Villiers has settled comfortably into the seat of CEO at Grain SA.
Georgia on their minds: Why SA farmers and investors are looking east
The natural beauty isn't the only reason why many agri-investors are eyeing Georgia. During a whirlwind tour as guest of the State Ministry on Diaspora Issues, Farmer's Weekly editor Alita van der Walt was introduced to the reforms stimulating economic growth and encouraging foreign investment.
Au naturel or not?
Inspired by the sunbirds in her garden, Jo Hedges ponders the impact of indigenous vegetation and which plants are the best for the garden
Maize exports: Shortfall looms
Sharp increases in maize exports are good news for the South African maize industry.
Dealing with some difficult add-ons
Jonno helps a reader incorporate a rondavel with a living area at a different height.
Can Chenin drive SA’s white wines?
Chenin Blanc's potential to drive the South African white wine category, as the country's signature or reference wine, was recently discussed.
Lack of fences threatens farming in North West
The lack of fencing in the communal areas in North West poses a threat to both commercial and communal agriculture.
Irish cheese imports seized
The dairy industry is hoping that the seizure of 22t of cheap cheddar cheese imported from Ireland will depress imports and relieve pressure on the local market.
