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Climate-smart ambassador shares his knowledge
Charl Saunderson’s farming is based on four important aspects, and each team member on his farm enjoys their role in maintaining these principles.
The Cullinan: the crown jewel of Southern Sun’s Cape Town hotels
Brian Berkman reunites with an old musician friend at this grand hotel on the foreshore and finds that the establishment’s recent refurbishment has lent it even more charm and comfort, as well as some mod cons.
Van Loveren acquires controlling stake in Neil Ellis Wines
Van Loveren has taken a significant step in expanding its influence in the wine industry with the acquisition of the majority share in Neil Ellis Wines, a brand that is synonymous with terroir-driven craftsmanship.
LED lighting can maximise your cannabis crop yield
LED lighting is transforming South Africa’s agriculture, offering local farmers an effective way to increase crop yields while reducing energy expenses. With precise control over lighting conditions, LED technology can enhance plant growth and overall productivity.
Zimmatic and University of Free State partner to build a new generation of resilient...
South African agriculture faces relentless challenges, from extreme weather events to escalating production costs, and to thrive in this environment, the next generation of farmers must embrace technology and innovation. Recognising this, Lindsay Africa and the University of the Free State (UFS) have joined forces, harnessing Zimmatic’s irrigation technology to grow not only crops but also expertise.
One man’s journey from a city job to a farm’s pastures
From the bustling streets of Pretoria, Gauteng, to the serene pastures of eNtokozweni in Mpumalanga, Colin Morodi’s journey from government bureaucrat to dedicated cattle breeder is a story of determination and the pursuit of a lifelong dream.
Savour natural beauty, play a round of golf, and enjoy a rejuvenating spa
Only about 90 minutes from Cape Town by car, the Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa is a jewel in the Kogelberg range, which runs along the False Bay coast. Brian Berkman explains why.
Innovative programme addresses GBV in rural areas
A ground-breaking programme is addressing gender-based violence in South Africa’s rural communities and empowering young men to fight harmful stereotypes.
A family-friendly farm stay where your soul can soar
A fully operational farm, Raptor Rise Guest Farm in Tulbagh in the Western Cape offers upscale and perfectly appointed yet well-priced accommodation.
Here’s how to curb the spread of zoonotic diseases
Dr Nandipha Ndudane, president of the South African Veterinary Council, explains how you can help prevent diseases spreading from animals to humans, and vice versa.
Nestlé leads the way in sustainable dairy farming in SA
Nestlé is transforming dairy farming through a pioneering zero-carbon partnership with Skimmelkrans Dairy Farm and 119 additional farms across South Africa’s Western and Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal. This initiative started with Skimmelkrans in 2020.
With its great hospitality, you’ll never feel blue at this seafront establishment
On a visit to The Blue Peter Hotel in Cape Town’s Bloubergstrand, Brian Berkman was utterly charmed by its standout views and the upgrade it recently received.
The Government of National Unity should bridge the gap when disaster strikes farms
South Africa is hindered by insufficient and incoherent policies regarding disaster relief for farmers, say Dr Theo de Jager and Francois Rossouw of Saai. A solid policy on disaster relief is needed to support farmers, including those recently been affected by the devastating fires that swept across several provinces.
BESS and EVs: future-proofing agribusinesses
Farms that embrace solar energy and battery energy storage system solutions will ensure their energy security and remain competitive in the future, operating more independently from the grid.
How to assess and treat animals after a veld fire
Animals injured in a veld fire can be classed into three categories of severity, depending on the symptoms they display. Appropriate treatment should be given under the guidance of veterinarians.
The state of land reform in South Africa
The issue of land reform was mentioned as a positive development in the State of the Nation Address in February 2024, when President Cyril Ramaphosa indicated that the 30% target set for agricultural land transferred to black South Africans by 2030 was already approaching 25%.
Internship programme empowers Limpopo farmers
Fidelis Zvomuya spoke to two of Limpopo’s young agripreneurs about their hopes and ambitions for the future, and how, with the right support, the impossible becomes possible.
Win 1 of 5 copies of the book ‘An Eye For An Eye’
Enter to win 1 of 5 copies of An Eye for an Eye by Jeffrey Archer, where revenge, deception, and art forgeries lead detective William Warwick into a web of deadly intrigue!
It’s time to give agriculture the recognition it deserves
While it may lack the glamour of other industries, agriculture is arguably one of the most crucial sectors for the South African economy, contributing significantly to food security, employment, export earnings, and the broader economy, and providing the foundation for rural life.
Optimising stone fruit production with biological control
Featuring an array of delicious fruit from peaches to cherries, stone fruit is attractive to a variety of bugs that can be effectively controlled with integrated pest management, writes Zunel van Eeden.
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