Nichelle Steyn
Journalism is my passion. I am one of those fortunate people who discovered at an early age, what I wanted to be and where I wanted to go.
By having the opportunity to be a journalist I learned so much about myself and grew tremendously in my work ethics and in my personal life. It allowed me to discover what I am good at and what I can still work on to become a better-rounded person.
Do you have what it takes to become a sommelier?
If you painstakingly choose your wine to pair perfectly with your food or you can name at least five major winemakers in the country, then maybe you have what it takes to be a good sommelier. Erica Taylor, vice-chairperson of the South African Sommeliers’ Association, spoke to Nichelle Steyn.
Disease comes knocking when the chain breaks
Biosecurity in feed management is a crucial aspect of disease prevention. Bonita Cilliers, technical and regulatory adviser of the Animal Feed Manufacturers’ Association, spoke to Nichelle Steyn.
North West, Free State seed crime syndicates at it again
Planting season is here, and unfortunately, so are the seed crime syndicates that are particularly active in North West and the Free State.
How to use insurance as a tool for success
Farming is a risky business that’s not for the faint-hearted, says Paul du Plessis, manager of Hollard Agri. He adds that although we are made to toil the earth and enjoy the fruit thereof, thistles and thorns are part of the package.
Building strong biosecurity protocols in communal livestock farming
A proper biosecurity strategy should be in every South African farmer’s toolkit, and Dr Sello Maboe, veterinary services manager at Ceva Animal Health in Midrand, Gauteng, believes it is the cornerstone of a profitable farming business.
Cotton farming: what’s not to love?
The co-owner of Wilkot Boerdery in the Northern Cape, Johan Maree, shares his cotton farming journey with Nichelle Steyn and explains why there is so much more to the crop than meets the eye.
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