Sindira Chetty
Digital editor for South Africa's oldest and most read farming magazine.
Participate in holistic planned grazing study
Farmers have been invited to contribute to a national study on grazing intensity and holistic management.
Opportunities in the Canned Fruit industry
While canning fruit producers were struggling to stay afloat a few years ago, prospects are again looking promising. Wiehahn Victor, CEO of the Canning Fruit Producers’ Association, spoke to Glenneis Kriel about the opportunities facing the industry.
Western Cape’s top women in agriculture honoured
The Western Cape’s top women farmers were recently recognised for their contribution to the province’s agriculture sector.
13th Coralta Production Sale
Highest-priced ram sold for R18 000.
World cheese awards open for entries
The 29th World Cheese Awards has opened for entries. The award is organised by the Guild of Fine Food, and judging will take place in San Sebastian, Spain.
ChemChina and Syngenta get clearance for takeover
China National Chemical Corporation (ChemChina) and Syngenta announced that they had received clearance on their proposed transaction from the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS).
Designing a foolproof safety system- Part 1
Building a safe working environment is not a job for amateurs. Do it properly and watch your profits rise.
Agricultural output versus SA’s population growth
Nico Strydom and Jean Struweg, researchers in the Department of Finance and Investment Management at the University of Johannesburg, recently published an article in Agrekon, titled, ‘Malthus revisited: Long-term Trends in South African Population Growth and Agricultural Output’.
The paper discusses whether the agricultural sector can sustain South Africa’s rapidly increasing population.
Your horse also needs to see a dentist
At some point, we all need a dentist. Horses are no different, and a check-up every six months is essential, says Kim Dyson.
Harnessing the power of innovation
Through its ‘Enough’ movement, Elanco Animal Health aims to prove how innovation can help farmers produce more food without using more resources.
Beware those aphids in your cabbage crop
The recent announcement that aphids and not leaf hoppers are the vector for the spread of the brassica stunting disorder virus (BSD) makes sense.
New wheat import tariff to be published without delay
South African wheat producers welcomed the Pretoria High Court ruling in favour of Grain SA, ordering government to publish the new wheat import tariff in the Government Gazette not later than 24 August.
Concert to raise funds for ‘Boere in Nood’
Three music concerts in aid of ‘Boere in Nood’ (BIN) will be staged at the Jacaranda Agricultural Show from 24 to 28 August.
Thai- influenced beef salad in a jar
No, we’re not talking pickles or jams, but an entire meal – temptingly displayed and conveniently stored. The classic Consol glass jar is the natural development of the plastic lunch box. And you get a visual feast too before you tuck in.
The essence of organic brandy production
Edmund Oettle, South Africa’s only organic brandy producer, explains that his farming approach is a life choice. He speaks to Jay Ferreira about his business operation near Wellington in the Western Cape.
Joburg Market’s rapid development
The Joburg Market (JM) is developing at a rapid rate as not only a regional market, but also a hub for South Africa and the rest of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), according to acting CEO, Josiah Mazibuko.
Understanding income tax and capital gains tax
Many readers have asked about income tax, deductions and capital gains tax. Here is a very short overview of how it all works.
First wind turbine raised at Loeriesfontein Wind Farm
With the lifting of the first of its eventual 61 wind turbines, yet another milestone was recently achieved at the R3,5 billion Loeriesfontein Wind Farm (LWF) currently under construction in the Northern Cape.
Quality always wins
As noted last issue, the old control boards called the shots when it came to determining prices, because they also determined supply.
Cellular services closer to farming communities
Agri SA and AliSom Communications have joined forces to bring cellular and Internet services closer to farming communities.
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