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.
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.
Van Aardt Greyling SA Mutton Merino Stud Production Sale
The Van Aardt Greyling SA Mutton Merino Stud Production Sale was held at the Saddle Down Lodge on 15 February on behalf of Van Aardt and Faan Greyling.
Nampo offers exceptional opportunities for agribusiness
The South African agricultural business sector is extremely positive about the expected opportunities at Grain SA’s 2024 Nampo Harvest Days that commence on Tuesday, according to Agbiz chairman Francois Strydom.
A buzzing success in apiculture and agriculture
In this first part of a series on successful women farmers in agriculture, Cobus du Plessis speaks to Elizabeth Lamond, a beekeeper in the Marquard region, about her rise in the apiculture industry.
Preserving Klein Karoo landscape while returning original game to the region
Magnificent rooms, wonderful staff and their service, exquisite meals as well as excellent game viewing and nature walks made a stay at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve well worth the drive, wites Brian Berkman.
Saving the vultures
A much-needed addition to the Southern Drakensberg, the Mzimkulu Vulture Hide, created to support vulture conservation through a Vulture Safe Feeding Zone, is a hub of activity and a bird-lover’s paradise.
Astron Energy provides cutting edge solutions
New Astron Energy Quartech fuel offers petrol and diesel formulated with the premium additives Quartech and Quatech D.
Welpic Dormer Stud Production Sale
The Welpic Dormer Stud Production Sale was held at the Saddle Down Lodge on 9 February on behalf of JP Potgieter.
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Case IH focuses on technology at Nampo
Nampo Harvest Day is around the corner. This massive agricultural show takes place from 14 to 17 May just outside Bothaville in the Free State.
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Six safety tips for operating your generator
As load-shedding causes widespread power outages in South Africa, generators have become a popular choice for maintaining power continuity.
Leveraging science to enhance soil carbon production
In the realm of modern agriculture, farmers are constantly seeking methods to bolster soil health and amplify crop productivity. Soil carbon levels play a crucial role in nurturing microbial life, fortifying soil nutrient capacity, and supporting sustainable farming practices.
Irrigation system built in two weeks saves sugar beans planting
Faced with a tight deadline, Sampada-Agri and Agrico collaborated to install an irrigation system for sugar beans in just two weeks. This project showcased innovative problem-solving and effective teamwork, ensuring timely planting for Sampada-Agri's expansion into sugar beans.
Why indigenous teff is being heralded as a wonder food
Patrick Rakau, a junior researcher at the Agricultural Research Council’s Animal Production Institute: Range and Forage Sciences, explains the importance of breeding new climate-smart and improved teff varieties for both human food and animal feed in South Africa.
Kranskop 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.
