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Farmer's Weekly's Staff Reporter team provides accurate, timely, and trusted coverage of South African agriculture, delivering expert-backed reporting on farming, livestock, crops, agribusiness, technology, policy, and industry developments.
UK offers boost to SA farming projects investing in British tech
David Burton, sector director for African agriculture in the UK Department of Business and Trade, says the UK offers sovereign debt finance options to South African farming projects that invest in British technology.
Boosting South Africa’s red meat value chain
Focus areas, goals and projects are in place to transform the red meat industry from a marginal surplus producer to a sustainable and competitive sector, writes Koos du Pisanie.
Fairbridge Brangus & Charolais Stud Production Sale
Delwyn Roberts’ Fairbridge Brangus and Charolais Stud Production Sale was held on 23 July.
Achieve soil health with Kynoch’s fertilisers
Humans are dependent on the soil to produce food and fibre for themselves, feed for livestock, and, of late, contributing to the energy supply with crops grown primarily for biofuels.
Boran bull sold for record price of R8 million at Hurwitz Farming Auction
The Boran bull Cyclone BH 18 749 was sold for a record-breaking price of R8 million at the Hurwitz Farming 10th Production Auction, held at the Bull Ring in Davel, Mpumalanga, on Saturday.
Plan fodder flow for optimal cattle production
In order for beef farmers to remain profitable in terms of cow calf operations, it is critical to manage costs on farm level, says Henco Leicester of Cargill Animal Nutrition.
Building a self-sustaining farm: soil and pest management insights
Bill Kerr shares how he transformed nutrient-deficient soil into a thriving, self-sustaining farm. Learn about pest control methods and soil improvement techniques.
While ‘manners maketh the man’, soft skills make a good manager
Hard skills are the bedrock of successful business, but soft skills are what create winning teams, motivate people and build profitable businesses. How well are you doing with them?
Afternoon tea at the famous Mount Nelson
Brian Berkman says there’s not much to beat afternoon drinks and snacks served in the gardens at the newly refurbished Mount Nelson.
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Solutions to common cannabis cultivation challenges
Cultivators can improve output, quality and profitability while supporting the sustainability and prosperity of the cannabis industry by implementing best practices in pest management, environmental control, nutrition management, genetic selection, and harvesting procedures. By Thomas Walker.
Dispelling five myths you thought were true about dogs
Contrary to some ingrained beliefs about dogs, Jarred Hodgson provides information that will help make you a better owner and trainer, and help you understand these domesticated animals’ behaviour.
The big appeal of a small Karoo dorp
Van Wyksdorp in the Karoo may not be near to anything, yet exploring its surrounding mountain passes and staying there is a journey very much worth taking. Brian Berkman tells you how.
Practical guidelines to prevent stock theft
Laurence Palmer, a security consultant, lists some practical advice that farmers can follow to prevent stock theft.
A smart farm springs up and empowers locals
An experimental ‘smart farm’ is taking root at the doorstep of Gauteng’s only Big Five game reserve and could become a blueprint for other socially and environmentally conscious farms in the future, writes Tanya Faber.
The WOAH addresses four major animal health challenges
The World Organisation for Animal Health’s 2024 general session addressed global animal health challenges, including foot-and-mouth disease, highly pathogenic avian influenza, and African swine fever.
Fix soil health for regenerative agriculture to succeed
Regenerative farming relies on restoring soil to its optimum health so it can sustain food crops without the use of synthetic inputs. But does that mean fertilisers have no place in a regenerative system? Lindi Botha reports.
Secure your spot at Windaba 2024
Windaba 2024, South Africa’s premier wind energy conference, has announced the opening of registrations for its much-anticipated event set to take place from 1 to 3 October 2024 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre.
Blind teats and other udder defects in goat ewes
Before purchasing livestock for breeding, it's crucial to identify and understand troublesome or disqualifying traits, such as blind teats and other udder defects. This knowledge will also help you determine which female offspring to retain for future breeding purposes.
Visit Cape Town’s First Thursday and stay in the heart of the old city
Brian Berkman recommends you hobnob with artists, visit one of the world’s coolest streets, feel hip and enjoy the vibe as a Millennial might, but then curl up in deluxe age-appropriate, high-thread count comfort.
