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British police get serious about farm thefts
An unusual sight at recent agricultural events in the UK was a John Deere 6630 tractor decked out in police livery, complete with the obligatory blue light.
‘Don’t plant yourselves out of business’
Maize farmers mustn't plant themselves out of business, but rather diversify to other crops and livestock for long-term survival, says Tom van Rooyen, a 2010 Grain SA Grain Producer of the Year finalist.<
Demystifying ‘us’ and ‘them’
In the "us vs them" game no one wins, and the divide between the government and commercial farmers
has largely been created by "stone-throwing politicians", says Agri Eastern Cape president Ernest Pringle.
Meet Nerpo’s new CEO
Zimbabwean Dr Langelihle Simela recently replaced firebrand Aggrey Mahanjana as the CEO of the National Emergent Red Meat Producers Organisation (Nerpo). Peter Mashala spoke to her about unions, livestock and Nerpo.
Mines target the Free State and the North West
Reports of two prospecting licences being granted for 354 locations in the Free State and the North West have sent shockwaves through the agricultural community.
Issue date : 05 November 2010
Issue date : 05 November 2010
Milk producers aid Cedara
Fifteen years ago, Cedara was recognised as one of the best research stations in the world. But as its research capacity has declined over the years, so too have the extension services offered to commercial farmers.
African imports put pressure on fruit farmers
South Africa is one of the fastest growing fresh fruit markets in the world.
Strong leadership needed for black farmers
Some of South Africa's top black farmers are calling for strong agricultural representation and leadership that has farmers' best interests at heart, saying the National African Farmers' Union of South Africa (Nafu) hasn't adequately represented black farmers.
Proper planning can eradicate hunger in South Africa
With proper planning and production support, South Africa has the potential "for efficient domestic production and supply all year round," said agriculture minister Tina Joemat-Pettersson at the recent World Food Day summit held in Pretoria.
Evergreen agriculture is the future of farming
Scientists have called for radical transformation of the agricultural sector to cope with climate change and food security, writes Alan Harman.
Sun spots behind droughts?
Arguments about CLIMATE change have been dominated by the role greenhouse gas emissions play, but the old sunspot theory is regaining lost ground. Will Alexander, a retired professor from the Department of Civil and Biosystems Engineering, University of Pretoria, insists there's a link between solar activity, climate and drought.
Agriculture occupies central role in SA’s new growth plan
The agriculture value chain is one of six key sectors in the government's new growth plan recently endorsed during a special cabinet meeting.
North West success with conservation agriculture
When Farmer's Weekly last reported on Hannes Otto (19 October 2007), he was about to adopt no-till on a quarter of his farm's arable land, after trials conducted the season before. Its success led him to adopt conservation agriculture practices on all 2 200ha of his arable land. Peter Hittersay reports.
Solving pineapple’s problem
James and Brett Domleo are providing pineapple farmers with an alternative outlet in a prickly market. Robyn Joubert spoke to them about their pioneering idea.
What do you get for your 5%?
Professional farmers have ACCURATE data on what it costs them to market their fresh fruit and vegetables, locally and overseas.
Nitrogen procedure for a cabbage crop
Last week I mentioned how important it is to have sufficient nitrogen in the seedling and growing medium. The procedure needs to be maintained from here on - the early stages being particularly vital.
Billions for green economy, biofuel, biomass production, energy management
The Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) approved R9,4 billion in funding last year, the second highest amount in the development fund's history, and IDC executives said they expect to disburse R100 billion by 2015, depending on the outlook of the global economy.
Treating ringworm in horses
If you have itchy red spots, beware - you might have caught them from your horse, warns Dr Mac.
Historic farming community under threat
The Cape Flats Agricultural Association is one of the oldest agricultural associations in South Africa, celebrating its 125th anniversary this year. Descendants of German immigrant farmers still farm in Philippi, supplying Cape Town with 80% of its fresh produce. But urban development and crime could put an end to this proud farming community. Denene Erasmus reports.
Boosting Merino potential with lucerne
Ben Lategan is the national runner-up of the National Wool Growers Association/FNB best economically classed clip in South Africa for 2009/10. His Merino enterprise on 6 000ha in the Burgersdorp district of the Eastern Cape includes 180ha of irrigated lucerne, allowing him to get the most from his sheep. Mike Burgess reports.
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