Shane Brody
Shane Brody, a livestock farmer with over 30 years of experience and columnist of Farmer's Weekly's 'Communal Farming', will be a speaker at our upcoming webinar 'the importance of skills development in primary agriculture'.
Get the basics right, and you’ll make a lot more money
To compete successfully against commercial farmers, communal farmers need to upgrade their infrastructure, manage grazing properly and implement proper health protocols, says Shane Brody.
Biosecurity protocols to combat livestock diseases
Communal farmers need to work together to devise biosecurity protocols and make sure they apply to everyone. This is the only way to keep the communal herd free of diseases, says Shane Brody.
How to make money from egg production
Inflation is rising steeply, jobs are scarcer than ever, and food insecurity is an increasing problem in many communities. Now is the time to create small food enterprises, says Shane Brody.
Working together to control parasites in livestock
Communal farmers in an area should work as a team to implement parasite control protocols for their animals. This will help to prevent the spread of disease and, potentially, huge losses, says Shane Brody.
Farming tips for winter
Many communal farmer households run cattle and have fruit trees to provide fresh produce for the family or as a business initiative. In winter, you need to pay special attention to both animals and plants, says Shane Brody.
Protect your animals against foot-and-mouth disease
Communal farming groups need to institute quarantine and other biosecurity protocols, especially when it comes to new livestock entering their areas, says Shane Brody.
A basic checklist to keep sheep healthy and productive
The price of replacement livestock has increased dramatically in recent years, so it’s important to obtain the highest-possible lamb weaning rate. Shane Brody explains how to achieve this.
Growing your own livestock feed
With a little planning and a lot of care, you can cultivate your own grazing pastures that will feed your livestock for a number of years. In this way, you’ll cut your costs and boost your profits, says Shane Brody.
Controlling sexually transmitted diseases in cattle
Wandering cattle from unknown places and of unknown health status can wreak havoc in communal herds if animals from the two groups mate with each other, says Shane Brody.
Why vaccines are so important for your animals
Many medications are available for treating diseases and other problems, such as worms, in livestock. But by far the most important treatment you can give your animals is vaccinations against the diseases that occur in your area. Shane Brody explains why vaccines are different to other medicines, and why they are so effective.
The importance of breeding seasons and good male genetics
Two factors are crucial to successful livestock production: choosing the right rams or bulls, and planning breeding so that offspring are born at the optimal time of the year.
Livestock marketing tips
Informal sales may be a convenient way to improve cash flow in the short term, but they make it difficult to budget, and you won’t be able to take advantage of high prices on the market.
How to deal with mites on poultry
Chickens are often targeted by mites, external parasites that can harm the birds and cause a farmer substantial financial loss. The problem occurs in summer, and is made worse when the rain triggers the hatching of parasite eggs.
Feeding your sheep sorghum
Sorghum makes excellent fodder for livestock and can cope with dry conditions better than most other grain crops.
Make money with free-range chickens
Free-range chickens take longer to raise than birds kept in a poultry house and given factory-made feed. On the other hand, they cost very little to produce and customers are never far away.
A drought action plan for livestock farmers
Drought seems to have become a permanent part of Southern Africa’s weather patterns, but many farmers are still caught unaware, and suffer accordingly.
Harnessing the traits of the resilient Nguni
Ngunis have excellent breeding potential, renowned resistance to tick-borne livestock diseases, and outstanding maternal ability. But feedlots often offer unattractive prices for them. Crossbreeding may solve the problem.
Common livestock illnesses and how to treat them
Diseases can result in huge financial losses for a livestock farmer. Any potential problems should therefore be treated as soon as possible.
Treating internal parasites in sheep
Intestinal worms are a serious problem for communal farmers, and community management protocols have therefore become increasingly important.
Find the right market for your community
It’s important to learn as much as you can about the marketing of livestock and other agricultural commodities.
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