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Chicken cacciatore
Serves 4 EASY 50 minsTO DRINK: Anura sangiovese is a fine South African wine made with Italy’s most famous grape.Put 60g (½ cup) cake...
Minister warns about ‘climatic armageddon’
The Western Cape could be facing an armageddon as a result of climate change. So said the new provincial agriculture minister in the Western Cape, Gerrit van Rensburg, at an agribusiness and climate change conference in Somerset West.
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Lack of administrative capacity a bigger problem for agriculture than corruption
The significant lack of administrative capacity and skills in government departments directly and indirectly involved in agriculture is more of a problem than corruption. This was the Agricultural Business Chamber's (ABC) reaction to a report by the auditor-general on corruption in state departments.
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R200 million boost for Riemvasmaak claimants
A consortium led by the cultivar management company CitroGold will pump an estimated R200 million into the Northern Cape Riemvasmaak community land claim.
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Unions see red over minister’s attack
Farmers' unions have expressed dismay at the rural development and land reform minister's comments that the willing buyer, willing seller tenet of land redistribution needs a major overhaul.
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All in the eyes of the pigeon racer
The qualities of a good racing pigeon aren't always visible at first glance, writes Thomas Smit.
My annual virus warning
Hundreds of farmers start their season off every year with some virus.
Issue date : 26 June 2009
Issue date : 26 June 2009
Best bulls, the European way
Martin Voigt was recently crowned Overall Winner of the 2009 Philadelphia Holstein Herd competition.
Issue date : 26 June 2009
Issue date : 26 June 2009
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Fertiliser consumption down
A fertiliser surplus is expected in the next few years, after global fertiliser consumption declined 5% in 2008/09 as a result of the economic downturn.
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Zimbabwean farmers part of the solution, not the problem – Mulder
Agriculture's deputy minister Dr Pieter Mulder is convinced the pendulum will swing for Zimbabwean farmers, and they should stand strong and not lose hope now.
"Racism played a major role in bringing the Zimbabwean agricultural situation to where it is today," said Dr Mulder, at the Boland Kamerade's Angus Beef Day in Stellenbosch.
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“Canned” lions now need a lifeline
The High Court upheld the provisional ban on hunting of captive-bred lions in a recent ruling. Animal wellfare and lion breeders alike are worried about the unintended consequences of the ruling.
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Farming income to slow down
Real nett farming income in South Africa is expected to slow an average 12% this year, and 10% next year, due to a decline in gross income, according to a recent report by the Bureau for Food and Agricultural Policy (BFAP) on the South African agricultural baseline. Last year, real nett farming income increased by 21%.
Sugar sector shrinks but tariffs to be corrected
The South African sugar industry continues to experience declining financial returns, despite being one of the world's most efficient sugar producers.
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Steak sauce skills
NO DOUBT YOU WILL HAVE NOTED a distinct lack of quantities for some of the sauce ingredients. This is not an error. The reasons will emerge as the recipe unfolds.
Issue date : 19 June 2009
Issue date : 19 June 2009
The scaly wings
Moths are not as popular or admired for their beauty as their cousins the butterflies. However, they have an essential ecological role as pollinators and are essential to life on earth, writes Abré J Steyn
Solar-powered bluetooth car kit
The new LG solar-charging, hands-free kit enhances convenience, writes Chris Nel.LG Electronics has launched the new LG HFB-500 Bluetooth Solar Car Kit. It's a portable device connecting to almost every Bluetooth-enabled cellphone for hands-free convenience.
Issue date : 19 June 2009
Issue date : 19 June 2009
Pigeon racing: examine the eyes
A number of ambitious beginners in the pigeon sport have asked what to look for in the eye of a racing pigeon. The information here is based on my own experience and, in my view, is backed by results.
Opening doors for farming boys
Founded on Christian principles and old-fashioned hard work, Zakhe private college trains previously disadvantaged boys to farm, and twice achieved a 100% matric pass rate. And by taking on Zakhe apprentices, farmers can help shape South Africa's farm managers of the future. Robyn Joubert reports.
Issue date : 19 June 2009
Issue date : 19 June 2009
Tempting molasses
It's good to remember too much of a sweet thing isn't a good thing, writes Kim Dyson.
Issue date : 19 June 2009
Issue date : 19 June 2009
Maximise yield & save with green manure crops
Green manure crops are rising in popularity once again, finding favour as a sustainable management tool to improve various soil conditions and yield. Unlike fertiliser, green manure crops are not a quick-fix solution and the initial capital investment might raise scepticism among farmers, but Robyn Joubert finds they'll save money in the long run.
Issue date : 19 June 2009
Issue date : 19 June 2009
