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.
How to spot the African and Asian blue ticks
Prof Maxime Madder, Prof Ivan Horak and Dr Hein Stoltsz look at the African and Asian blue ticks, as well as the Karoo paralysis tick, and explain how farmers can spot the differences between these dangerous parasites.
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New John Deere 6140B CAB tractor hits Africa Middle East market
The new 6140B CAB tractor comes, with its fuel-efficient six-cylinder turbocharged Tier III engine and proven pedigree, is the ideal tractor for a range of farming operations.
Unlocking opportunities for women in SA’s livestock value chains
Noluthando Ngcobo and Mamakie Lungwana, intern agricultural economists at the Agricultural Research Council, explore the challenges that women face in the South African livestock value chain.
Transform maize production with Pannar’s PowerCore™ technology
Farmers can reclaim their power by integrating powerful insect-resistant seed traits in their maize crop production, thanks to Pannar's PowerCore™ technology
Family farmers: our green-thumbed heroes!
True sustainable development will not be achieved by corporate-wealth-accumulation agendas, but by visionary family farmers, says Prof James Blignaut, an ecological and environmental resource economist.
WEBINAR – Cannabis farming: choosing the right technology
Farmer's Weekly recently hosted a webinar, Cannabis Farming: choosing the right technology on Friday, 14 April 2023. The webinar provided a comprehensive overview of the South African cannabis market and technology trends in undercover farming, hydroponics, and UV lighting.
Webinar: Is renewable energy really a solution to the electricity crisis?
Farmer's Weekly hosted an informative webinar on 17 March called, ‘Is renewable energy really a solution to the electricity crisis?’
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Eight things to know about Agrico’s PVC piping
Agrico has been providing rugged farm implements and irrigation solutions for more than 117 years, and today offers a wider range than ever, including superior centre pivot and smart irrigation systems.
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Husqvarna: Innovative, durable tools for agriculture
Husqvarna supplies a range of products for light agriculture use to improve productivity and maximise yield. Husqvarna, a Swedish company with a history spanning more than 330 years, is dedicated to providing professionals in the forestry, park, and garden industries with innovative and reliable products.
Santa Gertrudis bulls: tested for two decades
Melville Ferreira, senior researcher at the Agricultural Research Council’s Animal Production unit in Vryburg, and Yolanda Venter, breed manager of the Santa Gertrudis Cattle Breeders’ Society in Bloemfontein, reveal the findings of performance testing of Santa Gertrudis bulls over 20 years under intensive conditions.
Bobcat expands ground maintenance equipment to EMEA region
Bobcat’s line-up of innovative ground maintenance equipment is now available to customers across the Europe, Middle East and Africa region.
Make your own electrolyte solutions
Sheep and goats that suffer from worm infestation or consume toxic plants can get severe diarrhoea, which can lead to dehydration and death very quickly. An electrolyte solution can save your animals’ lives.
New Cape blush pear cultivar Rosy-Lwazi makes its debut
South Africa’s 2022/2023 deciduous fruit season delivered something special to the market this January: Rosy-Lwazi, a brand-new very early red blush pear.
Dormer: using line breeding to set record-high auction prices
Johanri Dormers stud near Lindley in the Free State is known for outstanding animals that achieve record prices. Owner Johan Barnard credits the success of his operation to the careful implementation of specific line-breeding principles, among other factors.
New solutions needed to mitigate a food crisis
It is time for farmers to adopt regenerative agriculture practices in order to ensure the future of food production, says Mark du Plessis, director of agriculture at frozen food company McCain South Africa.
Africa Agri Tech 2023 links agriculture, science and technology
The much-anticipated Africa Agri Tech conference takes place at the Sun Arena in Pretoria from 14 to 16 March 2023. The three-day event will focus on biotechnology in agriculture.
New Builders PRO benefits programme for loyal customers
With South Africans feeling the pinch of the rising cost of living, loyal customers of Builders stand to receive some relief with the launch of the Builders Pro benefits programme, which seeks to reward those customers who make Builders their home improvement and building supplies destination of choice.
Cassava: an untapped resource in South Africa
Light Ngobeni and Zinhle Nkosi, agricultural economists and master’s students at the University of Pretoria and the University of Limpopo respectively, write about the importance of cassava production for farmers and consumers in South Africa, and how to develop the value chain.
What you need to know about horse insurance
There are several types of horse insurance. It’s important to decide which best suits your horse and your situation, says Dr Mac.
How to recognise the ticks plaguing your livestock
Prof Maxime Madder, Prof Ivan Horak and Dr Hein Stoltsz look at three important tick species in South Africa and their effects on livestock, and offer tips for farmers on how they can identify these pests.
