Caxton Magazines
Mark Shuttleworth’s winning case could interest farmers
SA’s Internet pioneer and astronaut has won a case that will interest farmers with overseas dealings.
Bird flu fears in Europe could boost SA ostrich meat exports
The recent occurrence of the avian influenza A (H5N1) virus in Europe’s poultry flocks could open the door for increased exports of locally produced, heat-treated ostrich meat.
Success with livestock & conservation farming
This year the annual Grassland Society of South Africa’s Peter Edwards Award was shared by Arnold Griesel and Kobus Marais. They discuss how conservation farming has worked for them.
A lesson in labournomics
Employment growth in agriculture is only possible if government starts working with the farming sector to limit unfair competition and re-affirm property rights.
Veld recovery after fire
Farmers in semi-arid grassveld regions should not graze recently-burnt veld too soon. Ecologically, this is the worst thing to do as it compounds grazing problems.
Farmers asked to set up ‘vulture restaurants’
A food shortage among vultures has led to a call for help to farmers to set up “vulture restaurants”.
About pyrethrum
This is a handy biodegradable organic insecticide you can make yourself, says Paul Donovan.
Fuel price decrease in time for Christmas
Farmers, truckers, motorists and other fuel users have been given an early Christmas gift this year.
Managing weed resistance to glyphosate
Dr Charlie Reinhardt of the University of Pretoria’s SA Herbicide Resistance Initiative offers the following ‘5 Golden Rules’ for managing weed resistance to glyphosate and other herbicides.
Taking the eina out of EIAs
In addition to proper plans, building may require an environmental impact assessment, says Roelof Bezuidenhout.
True farmer’s markets?
Farmers have been selling their own produce for centuries, in fact since the dawn of time.
Transformation: is everyone on board?
Depending on whom you ask, Theo de Jager’s being voted out of the deputy presidency at AgriSA can be interpreted as anything from serious internal differences within the organisation to one man simply being more popular than another.
The merits of mentorship scheme
The mentorship of new farmers is more than mere teaching – it is about building a relationship based on commitment. Agricultural economist at the University of Pretoria, Dr Fanie Terblanche, explains the challenging relationship between the mentor and mentee, and why many programmes succeed where others fail.
Tuscan – family style
Thami, a client for whom I previously designed a community hall, called to ask for another plan, this time for a family home.
Birding Big Day set to record 845 bird species
This year bird watching enthusiasts from all over the country will attempt to record the 845 bird species found in South Africa in a day.
Balancing act: running an eight-stud business
Award-winning Namibian farmer Piet Coetzee has been highly successful in the country’s smallstock breeders industry. Acknowledging the role played by his wife, sons and workforce in his achievements, he explained to
Annelie Coleman how he manages an eight-stud farming business.
Small-scale fishermen fed up with DAFF
The department of agriculture is accused of mismanagement and ineptitude by members of the small-scale fisheries sector.
Top Claas in southern Africa
The German company is looking to extend its reach in Southern Africa.
Making money out of popcorn
Thanks to new hybrids under trial at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, popcorn production in South Africa is set to explode.
Leaving enough food in the pantry
On a game ranch, animal numbers must match available browse during winter, not summer, says Dr Beanélri Janecke, wildlife researcher at the University of the Free State.
