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KZN police net stolen livestock and thieves
Concerted efforts by KwaZulu-Natal police units from mid- to end-July resulted in a significant number of recoveries of stolen livestock as well as in the arrests of a number of suspected stock thieves.
Praying for rain
I had just started writing about South Africa missing out on trade opportunities while its southern hemisphere competitors wasted no time filling the gaps that opened up in international markets (see story on p19, 7 August issue of FW), when my mother called to say it was raining.
Government using land reform to drive socialism
Land reform is essentially about social and economic redress. But lately government has been
using the process as part of a larger socialist agenda, says Johannes Möller, Agri SA president,
in a frank interview with Annelie Coleman.
Piggery ventilation
Ventilation control is one of the most important aspects in the planning and design of a piggery.
Maize harvest early due to drought
More than 80% of the 2014/2015 white maize harvest had been delivered so far this year.
A French casserole for winter dining
The English cook stews. The French design casseroles. Give this lamb and haricot bean combination your best shot. Your guests will love you for it.
Sustaining the SA trout industry
South Africa’s trout industry has a meaningful socioeconomic role to play in the country’s
future, says llan Lax, chairperson of the Federation of SA Flyfishers.
A modern, yet classic mansion
Dear Jonno
Here is an outline of the requirements for my new home:
It must be a double storey house that features a combination of...
Just how high is your horse?
An exact measurement is needed to certify competition horses, says Dr Mac.
History of the market agent
The advent of market agents in South Africa goes back to the mid-1800s, when farmers became unhappy with the service provided by the market masters.
Increasing awareness about canned lion hunting
The Blood Lions documentary crew recently hosted a media screening in Johannesburg. This film is part of a global campaign to bring an end to predator breeding and canned hunting industries.
Woman attacked on Free State farm
Free State Agriculture (FSA) condemns the latest farm attack in the province in the strongest terms, according to Tommie Esterhuyse, FSA’s Law and Order Committee chairperson.
Selecting a suitable soil biofumigant
The phasing out of methyl bromide and pressure on various synthetic nematicides and other compounds have sparked global interest in the use of certain brassica species to suppress soil-borne pathogens through a process termed biofumigation. These crops can also improve soil health and soil biodiversity, says Niel Kruger, marketing manager at Terason.
Beet cyst eelworm: the chemical option
In the previous issue, we discussed the fact that beet cyst eelworm is impossible to eradicate once it is established on a land.
Animal rights activists up in arms over killing of famous lion
US dentist Walter Palmer has come under harsh criticism from international animal rights activists following his involvement in the killing of one of Zimbabwe’s most well-known lion, 13-year old Cecil.
Acid mine drainage not a threat to important Limpopo aquifer – expert
The environmental impact of acid mine drainage (AMD) is not a threat to the trans-boundary Ramotswa Aquifer situated in the Limpopo Basin.
An award-winning Merino sheep enterprise
Van Pletzen is a well-known and highly respected name in the SA Merino wool sheep industry. Gavin Isted visited the farm Sterkfontein near Jamestown to find out why.
SA red meat sector still competitive
South Africa’s red meat sector is performing well in a tough local economic environment.
Misappropriation of VAT theft
The other penalties aside, is misappropriation of VAT theft in the same way as stealing a car or television set is? SARS would like you to think so.
Watch out for bogus land claims officials
The Western Cape office of the regional land claims commissioner has issued a warning to prospective claimants to beware of false land claims officials.
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