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Marinated chicken wings
Tangy marinated chicken wings to cook in the oven or on the coals.
Pork koftas with apricot and ginger
These patties are bursting with flavour, and the Asian spice mix complements the pork superbly.
Roast chicken on the coals
This recipe is the perfect addition to any braai!
Bone marrow bruschetta with parsley salsa
A great way to start a meal: decadent, rich marrow bone on crispy bruschetta served with a refreshing parsley salsa.
Lemon and herb marinated lamb chops
This recipe offers a classic combination of fresh herbs, lemon and succulent lamb chops.
Jambon salad
This easy-to-make salad is perfect for any occasion and will surely be a hit with family and friends alike.
Beef espetada with creamy peppercorn sauce & herbed potato wedges
This recipe provides a satisfying combination of flavours.
Valley Afrika Droughtmaster Stud
The Valley Afrika Droughtmaster Stud Production Sale was held on the farm Strydfontein on 2 August on behalf of AC de Klerk.
Ivukile Beefmaster Stud Production Sale
The Ivukile Beefmaster Stud Production Sale was held on the farm Strydfontein on 2 August on behalf of AC de Klerk.
Two important poultry diseases you need to know about
Dr Lia Rotherham, a senior researcher at the Agricultural Research Council, explains the differences between two highly contagious poultry diseases: Newcastle Disease and Avian Influenza.
Local project sheds new light on the restoration of subtropical thicket
It takes more than just planting some seeds in the veld to restore subtropical thicket that has been degraded by erosion, overgrazing and bush clearing. Marion Whitehead reports on a project designed by the Rhodes Restoration Research Group that has yielded valuable new insights into the process.
Hats off to women in agriculture!
In this segment, we speak to women in various industries of the agriculture sector about the challenges they face, and what they look forward to for the future of their businesses.
Webinar: Strategies for sustainable & profitable cattle farming
Farmer's Weekly recently hosted a webinar on the strategies for sustainable & profitable cattle farming. The aim of the webinar was to equip emerging and aspiring beef cattle farmers with the knowledge and tools necessary to thrive in the evolving landscape of cattle farming.
AGRI 5 Expo: Empowering transformation in agriculture
The expo, in its 10th year now, is the ideal platform for assisting organisations to facilitate the development of black farmers.
Marginal soils: What to look out for, and how to optimise yield
To make the best of their land and remain financially viable, farmers need to know the potential of their soil. Karabo Puswe, agricultural specialist at FarmSol, explains how this knowledge is gained.
Have you considered these farming risks?
Farmers face the most serious risks experienced in the total value chain of food production. In this first part of a new series, PJ Mommsen, a freelance strategist, looks at the less common of these risks.
Organic and Natural Products Expo returns with exciting offerings
The countdown has begun for an empowering expo, including a focus on women, that will take place from 14 to 16 September in Sandton.
The Importance of Soil Health
Soil health is a critical topic that requires thorough discussion due to its integral role in both agricultural success and environmental sustainability.
Analysis: water intake of young Afrikaner and Nguni bulls
A study by Georgette Pyoos, junior researcher, and Prof Michiel Scholtz, specialist researcher in animal breeding and genetics, both at the Agricultural Research Council’s Animal Production Institute, counters the popular argument that the water intake of beef cattle is so high that it is harmful to the environment.
Micronutrients are used in modern cropping systems
Agronomic advances, breeding, and biotechnology have increased yields to new heights. The intensive cultivation, increased nutrient demand, and farming practices can lead to multi-micronutrient deficiencies.
