Caxton Magazines
Caring for piglets before weaning
The pig farmer can ensure maximum survival by understanding and meeting the piglets' needs.
Types of mulches – part 2
We look at using pine needles, leaves, lawn clippings, straw, compost and straw manure as mulch.
What patronage shares mean
Co-operatives must reward members who work harder on the co-operative's behalf and deal with members who try to get away with the least amount of work.
A christmas feast
Double-stuffed chicken & mango pud.
Don’t read too much into current growth rate
The agricultural sector recorded a positive growth of 16,3% in the third quarter of 2010. This follows a 4,9% growth rate in the first quarter and a 13,6% growth rate in the second quarter, said Statistics SA.
NWK could face R50 million fine
A Supreme Court of Appeal ruling that found Lichtenburg agricultural company NWK guilty of simulating a loan agreement with First National Bank (FNB) to increase its interest deduction for tax purposes has come as a surprise for NWK's top brass.
Pioneer’s R12/share offer ‘ridiculous’
If farmers and others holding 35% of KWV put on a united front, they can ward off a possible buy out of the 92-year-old company by Pioneer Foods.
False armyworm responsible for up to 50% losses of the barley harvest
The insect responsible for the loss ofup to 50% of barley harvests in the Vaalharts irrigation scheme in the Northern Cape has been identified as the false armyworm (Leucania loreyi).
Issue date: 31 December 2010
Issue date: 31 December 2010
Train to Mozambique starts rolling
After a recent agricultural meetingin Xai-Xai, Mozambique, Agri SA will set up a branch there, dubbed Agri SAMos.
Worsening condition of SA roads to cost billions
South Africa's roads, especially in the countryside, are in an extremely bad condition, with a study by the South African Road Federation indicating that potholes cost motorists R50 billion in vehicle repairs and injuries every year.
Barloworld confident of grabbing market-share with economy tractors
Well-known industrial machinery marketer Barloworld is confident its introduction of two low-cost tractor ranges in an already hotly contested South African market segment will bear fruit for the company.
Increase in November tractor sales ‘encouraging’
Given the late onset of summer rainsand the expectation that 10% less maize will be planted this year, the 4,8% increase in November 2010 tractor sales compared to November 2009, was "quite encouraging," said the South African Agricultural Machinery Association (SAAMA) in a statement.
Mthethwa’s 9-month firearm licence processing target questioned
It would be a miracle if the SA Police Service (SAPS) processed the 800 000 outstanding firearm licence renewals by October 2011, said the Gun Owners of SA (GOSA) association.
Choosing the right saddle for your horse
With a sport horse, the performance of the animal is critical to its success and to this end, it's essential to make sure the saddle is chosen carefully, says Dr Mac.
The carrot and the stick
The finance ministry has just announced a new voluntary disclosure programme, which it also claims can track down international tax offenders. But is this really the case? And just how "safe" are those Swiss bank accounts?
Spin-off benefits of Bt insect resistance
GM crops are monitored post-release as part of studies to investigate the beneficial impact of GM traits like Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) insect resistance, effects on non-target insects, and potential insect resistance.
Stopping salmonella
A new test for salmonella in poultry and eggs will produce faster and more accurate results.
The amazing Gibbs brothers
Living legends in the pigeon racing fraternity, twins Bob and Eddie Gibbs have decided to retire from the sport at the age of 84. Thomas Smit reviews their remarkable careers.
SA veldfires contribute little to global warming
The effects of veldfires on the atmosphere and climate aren't straightforward - and a recent study of South Africa's veldfires yields some surprising results, writes.
Sticking to it
When you experience first-hand the kind of setbacks farmers face, you can only wonder how they do it, and be thankful that they do.
