Staff Reporter
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.
Stress management strategies for wheat
Wheat (Triticum aestivum) has a rich history dating back to 9600 BC and is a staple cereal grain cultivated worldwide. It symbolises development, advancement, abundance and wealth. Wheat is metaphorically associated with growth, hard work, love and charity and is frequently mentioned in the Bible.
Western Cape farmer’s model for running pigs on pasture
Farming pigs on pasture is not commonly practised in South Africa, yet provides multiple benefits to farmers and the environment. Nan Smith spoke to Swellendam farmer Simon Goble about how regenerative pig farming adds profit and ethics to pork production.
Market Access Africa conference aims to connect agri role players
The African Agri Council announced that the Market Access Africa 2024 event will take place on 25 and 26 June at the Landmark Centre in Lagos, Nigeria.
Mzansi Food & Drink Show: Celebrate culinary fusion in Joburg
The Mzansi Food & Drink Show boasts five exciting events in one, drawing food and drink lovers from across Gauteng to a state-of-the-art venue in the heart of Johannesburg’s affluent northern suburbs.
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How to determine if you can afford a John Deere tractor
Investing in agricultural equipment like a John Deere tractor can be a significant decision for any farmer or landowner. It's not just about finding the right model for your needs; it's also about ensuring that the investment aligns with your financial capabilities.
Sweet Palermo nachos: A flavourful twist on a timeless snack
Nachos: do they even need an introduction? Surely everyone has eaten nachos at some point? Today, we share a recipe of this timeless and immensely popular snack.
Nurturing growth: exploring the sorghum industry in South Africa
Marguerite Pienaar, a junior economist at Grain SA, and Petru Fourie, convenor of the Sorghum Cluster, provide an overview of sorghum production in the country.
Top Tier and Stormberg Merino Stud Production Sale
The Top Tier and Stormberg Merino Stud Production Sale was held on the farm Buffelsfontein on 21 February.
Livestock theft in South Africa: Do the structures fail the producer?
Willie Clack, senior lecturer in criminal justice at Unisa, and a farmer in North West, analyses statistics from the South African Police Service over the past 30 years to determine the trend in stock theft.
Mastering hemp cultivation: best practices for growers
Farmers can position themselves for success in the booming hemp market by remaining informed, implementing innovative techniques, and tapping into the expertise of specialists, writes Thomas Walker.
Get to know your customer
In a constantly changing market, farmers need to know and understand the factors that influence consumers’ decisions. By Dr Koos Coetzee.
MTN leverages digital technology to enhance precision farming
The digitisation of agriculture is a game-changer for overcoming traditional challenges and achieving sustainable practices. By leveraging data and digital tools, farmers gain real-time insights into their livestock, allowing for optimised resource use.
Good and bad effects of climate change on agricultural production
Natashia Qwabe, a research assistant at the Agricultural Research Council, writes about the shifting patterns of agricultural production due to climate change.
Twee Neefs Dohne Merino Stud Production Sale
The Twee Neefs Dohne Merino Stud Production Sale was held on the farm Roosterhoek on 16 February on behalf of Gawie van Zyl and Steyn Steenekamp.
Why getting your dog trained is important in South Africa
Having a well-trained dog in South Africa is becoming more and more important for a variety of reasons. Jarred Hodgson explores some of these reasons here.
A unique opportunity to go back in time
Brian Berkman visits Earthbox at Lourensford Wine Estate and ventures 5m down into the earth.
Innovative farmers shine at Nampo 2024
A cattle farmer from Botswana and his daughter have excelled at the Grain SA/Omnia Nutriology's competition for farmer patents, better known as Boerepatente, held during the Nampo Harvest Day in Bothaville.
Fish farming: a goldfish or red herring?
Leslie Ter Morshuizen explains the potential for aquaculture in South Africa.
Paving the way for heavy-duty synthetics
In 2023, Delo announced significant changes to the Chevron Delo line of heavy-duty engine oil products to focus on ‘synblend’ oils.
Maize remains South Africa’s greatest grain
Zunel van Eeden looks at maize production, and the pests and diseases that farmers should be on the lookout for to maintain their good yields and profitability.
