Gerhard Uys
Gerhard Uys grew up as a real city lad, but spends his free time hiking and visiting family farms. He learnt the journalism trade as a freelance writer and photographer in the lifestyle industry, but having decided that he will be a cattle farmer by the age of 45 he now indulges his passion for farming by writing about agriculture.
He feels Farmer’s Weekly is a platform for both developed and emerging farmers to learn additional farming skills and therefore takes the job of relaying practical information seriously.
How to catch a stock thief
Every animal is unique, and stock handling can leave distinct marks on individual animals. These two facts can be used by law enforcement officers to prosecute stock thieves effectively. Gerhard Uys spoke to expert witness Mort Mortassagne.
Investigate drought relief fund allocation: Agri SA
Agri SA has made an urgent request for the Office of the Public Protector and the Auditor-General of South Africa to conduct a forensic audit to investigate alleged discrepancies in how funds had been allocated for drought relief, and allegedly corrupt procurement processes.
Transformation vital for progress in the dairy industry
Transformation of the dairy industry is vital for progress to take place. This was according to agricultural economist, Bertus van Heerden, who was speaking at the recent Milk Producer’s Organisation (MPO) media day held in Pretoria.
Charter to help bees and pollination services
A pollination services charter that aims to protect bees from harmful pesticide misuse was launched at Nampo 2017, in Bothaville, Free State.
Call for a fresh approach to assisting emerging farmers
A new approach to land restitution and emerging farmer support is needed in South Africa.
Transformation needs commercial assistance
While government needed to provide land, commercial farmers and private enterprises needed to make the production side of emerging enterprises work.
Cyril Ramaphosa’s Ankole bull sells for R640 000
An Ankole bull belonging to Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa sold for R640 000 at the Ntaba Nyoni auction on Wednesday, near Ermelo in Mpumalanga.
High Court sets aside KZN fracking application
A judgement issued on 3 May by the Western Cape High Court has set aside an application lodged by Rhino Oil and Gas Exploration South Africa for gas exploration rights in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN).
Glyphosate non-carcinogenic, but unsafe
After evaluating scientific data, the European Chemical Agency (ECHA) has found that glyphosate is non-carcinogenic, but can cause eye damage and is toxic to aquatic life.
DNA results confirm hunter’s remains in crocodile
DNA results have confirmed that the remains found in a crocodile in Zimbabwe were those of professional hunter, Scott van Zyl (44).
EU denies dumping chicken in South Africa
In a recent press statement, the EU denied that it was dumping chicken onto the South African market and that its poultry exports to South Africa was negatively affecting the industry.
Beef imports only small part of total consumption
A recent Agbiz report has shown that South Africa imported 140 510t of beef between 2010 and 2016.
Local trade in rhino horn now legal
Rhino horn can now be legally bought and sold in South Africa, following the Constitutional Court’s dismissal of an appeal by the Department of Environmental Affairs to keep a moratorium on the domestic trade in rhino horn.
SA’s ‘junk status’ not all bad news for farmers
Farmers could have a stabilising effect on the South African economy despite Standard & Poor’s downgrading the country’s credit rating to junk status.
Taltec systems for cattle handling ease
Taltec managing director Greg Talbot explains how the company's cattle handling systems simplifies ear tagging, vaccinations, and parasite control among others.
Is rhino breeding a potential gold mine for cattle farmers?
The socio-economic dynamics of an ever-growing and increasingly globalised human population are placing increasing demands on the world’s livestock producers. German Agricultural Society president, Carl-Albrecht Bartmer, explored these issues at the opening of EuroTier 2016.
Allegations of collusion at fresh produce markets
The Competition Commission recently raided the offices of nine market agencies at the Johannesburg and Tshwane fresh produce markets following allegations of collusion and price-fixing.
Citrus farming: off-season tasks
‘Off-season’ is a misnomer, says Marble Hall citrus farmer Piet Engelbrecht. This is when crucial tasks such as pruning take place. Gerhard Uys visited him.
Visit Lakenvlei Forest Lodge
Lakenvlei Forest Lodge in Mpumalanga, is situated in a 4 500ha pine plantation near Belfast, and offers a truly laid-back holiday experience.
Red meat industry must control its own future
The red meat industry cannot leave its destiny to outside role players. This was according to geneticist and managing director of Agricultural Business SA, Dr Michael Bradfield.
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