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Zimbabwe’s FMD could spread to Botswana
Not only is Zimbabwe currently battling a food crisis compounded by a serious drought, there has now been an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in the Plumtree district, which could spread to as far as north-eastern Botswana, according to Botswana’s Mmegi Online.
Tangled in a net of legislation
While government proclaims its commitment to a sustainable aquaculture industry, it simultaneously chokes the growth of the industry through a lengthy and complex legislation process.
Know your crop pests: The mole cricket
Many pests are easily spotted or leave evidence of their presence, enabling us to identify and deal with them. Pests such as the mole cricket, however, are more difficult to track down.
Classes to resume at Elsenburg following protests
Classes at the Elsenburg Agricultural College are set to resume this afternoon (2 September) following student protests over the Western Cape institution’s language policy.
NCOP’s adoption of motion on farm attacks ‘encouraging’ – DA
For the first time a motion about farm attacks was unanimously adopted by one of the two houses of Parliament, the National Council of Provinces (NCOP).
Call for unity in agriculture at Agri SA congress
Agri SA was working on a strategy for unity in SA agriculture, according to Omri van Zyl, Agri SA’s designated CEO.
Facts vs fiction: how to know the difference
Beware of ‘selective perception’, or seeing things only as you would like to see them.
Handheld food: steak & double salsa roll
This is based on an ancient principle: if one is good, two is better. Hence the double salsa. While best with a freshly grilled steak, this combination also works superbly with cold beef
or smoked ham.
Nguni project a boon for developing farmers
Beneficiaries of the North West Nguni Cattle Project are going from strength to strength and have won several awards in the 2015 Agricultural Research Council (ARC) National Beef Performers competition.
Students disrupt classes at Elsenburg
A small group of students supported by the Economic Freedom Party (EFF) has disrupted classes by padlocking the entrances to Elsenburg Agricultural College.
Livestock Disease trends July 2015
Protein and energy deficiencies have been reported from many areas of the country. If early spring and summer rains do not fall, many areas will face food shortages. Start planning now for obtaining alternative feed if necessary.
Environmental sector needs new entrants
Dr Christo Marais, chief director of natural resource management programmes at the Department of Environmental Affairs, spoke to Roelof Bezuidenhout about challenges and opportunities in the sector.
Why are eggs different colours?
Depending on the breed of chicken, most eggs are uniform in colour, ranging from white, pink and green, through to dark brown and blue.
Living in a world of debt
Greece’s ongoing financial crisis highlights the danger countries face if government expenditure continues to increase at a faster rate than income.
Global dairy prices show signs of recovery
The prices for most dairy products on an international online dairy auction platform showed an increase for the first time in about five months.
Managing soil mineral ratios
It is essential that farmers understand the importance of mineral balance in their soils, says Graeme Sait, CEO of Nutri-Tech Solutions in Australia. He visited South Africa this year to explain this balance.
Know your soil – Part 1
This year has been designated the International Year of Soils by the United Nations, so it’s a fitting time to learn more about the properties of soil and how to get the most out of your greatest farming asset.
Despite lower volumes, avocado producers are doing well
Recently-appointed SAAGA chairperson, Kosie Eloff, shared the following observations about the current avocado season...
Recession fears and resilient farm prices
The South African economy has seen better days. First, the rand nose-dived to a record low of R14/US$, which put a damper on cuts to local fuel prices for September (see page 20).
New financing model needed for farmers – Vink
It was crucial that a feasible financing model be found to help new farmers, said Prof Nick Vink, chair of the Department of Agricultural Economics at the University of Stellenbosch, at Agri Northern Cape’s recent congress in Kimberley.
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