Janine Ryan
I am the editor of agricultural magazine Farmer’s Weekly, South Africa's oldest magazine. Farmer's Weekly focuses on providing role players in the agriculture sector with news and information to help them grow their enterprises.
Your horse is what it eats
A proper diet will go a long way to preventing disease and certain behavioural problems, says Kim Dyson.
So much more than braaivleis
Heritage Day should be an opportunity for South Africans to learn about, and embrace, other cultures.
Afasa disappointed by deputy presidents’ snub
The no-show of both SA’s deputy president, Kgalema Motlanthe, and ANC deputy president Cyril Ramaphosaat at the AGM of the African Farmers’ Association of South Africa (Afasa) in Pretoria recently, has disappointed the organisation.
EU’s black spot stance challenged
Pressure is mounting for the EU to overturn control measures imposed for citrus black spot (CBS).
Income vs capital
Save yourself tax hassles by ensuring that a clear distinction is made between ‘income’ and ‘capital’ in any agreement you sign with other parties.
Counter-seasonal imports
Walking through my local supermarket the other day, I noticed nectarines selling for R60/kg. The sign did not say where they came from, but my guess was Spain.
Challenges of banana farming in South Africa
While Steyl Willemse’s farming operation near Kiepersol in Mpumalanga is still dominated by bananas, he is gradually switching to macadamias to keep the farm running optimally.
A home where the buffalo roam
Elandsberg was the first disease-free buffalo breeding project in the
Western Cape. Now 14 years on, market demand remains high and with breeding protocols firmly in place, it is an industry leader with an established buffalo stud.
Using kraal manure as fertiliser
It’s difficult to move fertilisers from town to your village or farm, but there is an alternative to buying in fertiliser.
Beef stroganoff
Here’s an easy-to-cook take on an old classic in which best beef, mushrooms, sour cream and the brandy of your choice come together on rice or pasta, with or without the reddish presence of paprika …
Stats show decrease in farm employment
Approximately 20 000 jobs in agriculture were shed between March and June this year.
Don’t be an ‘email pain’
Learn the Netiquette! Greg Miles presents ways to avoid annoying people.
Agri SA/Toyota SA Top farmers announced
Northern Cape farmer Attie Scholtz has been named the 2013 Agri SA/Toyota SA Young Farmer of the Year.
Dealing with land claims
The pending reopening of the land claims window for a further five years could see a flood of claims being lodged on South African farms. With more than 7 000 land claims yet to be researched and gazetted by government, farmers are advised to familiarise themselves with the process and their rights. Lindi van Rooyen spoke to Annelize Crosby, legal advisor for Agri SA.
Horse riding for your school
Riding as a school team sport has become extremely popular over the past 10 years, says Dr Mac.
Kubota powers up
The company’s new M9540 range is being used successfully in forestry operations in KZN.
The fungal-bacterial ratio for soil health
Soil is a complex, integrated ecosystem. Microbiotic populations, essential to soil functioning, are indicators of soil health, says Dr Sarina Claassens.
Fetsa Tlala launched in Kuruman
President Jacob Zuma officially launched Fetsa Tlala at Batlharos Stadium in Kuruman, Northern Cape, on October 24.
Title deeds for home owners in Ngwathe
Free State premier Ace Magashule released the first fully tradable title deeds to black home owners in the Ngwathe municipality on 22 October.
Focus on infrastructure, energy to boost economic growth – Gordhan
Over the next three years South Africa will have more electricity, rail and roads to support growth.
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