Staff Reporter
Applications are open for the Youth Ag Summit 2019
Organised by Bayer, the Youth Ag Summit is a unique opportunity to connect and empower the next generation of agricultural change-makers.
SA agribusiness confidence hits nine-year low
South Africa’s agribusiness confidence score for the fourth quarter has reached its lowest level since 2009 at 42 index points, according to the latest quarterly Agbiz/IDC Agribusiness Confidence Index (ACI) report released earlier today.
Use them or lose them: Why hunting is key to conservation
South Africa is world-renowned for its biodiversity conservation and resultant variety of wildlife. However, public opinion is often divided on the subject of wildlife utilisation. Dr George Hughes, former chief director of the Natal Parks Board and CEO of its successor, Ezemvelo KwaZulu-Natal Wildlife before retiring in 2001, explains why sustainable wildlife utilisation is essential for biodiversity conservation.
What you need to know about better cow management
Rest and nutrition are both key to ensuring conception, good health and maximum profit.
Sharp fall in Omnia’s half-year profits due to ’seasonality’
Diversified chemicals company, Omnia, has stated that the 75% drop in its operating profit for the half-year ended 30 September 2018, was largely attributable to the seasonal nature of its agriculture division’s revenue cycle, coupled with the volatility of the rand against the US dollar.
For the love of Mohair
In an industry with a history of sustainability and ethics, one thing stands out more than anything else: love.
Succession: are you and your farming business ready?
Succession planning of the family farm is often taken for granted as the transition to the next generation is assumed to be an uncomplicated process. Little or no thought is given to planning and grooming of a successor.
Water rights: what to do when expanding an operation
Adding to a farming operation or agribusiness is not simply a matter of obtaining more land. James Brand, senior associate in environmental affairs at law firm ENSafrica, discusses the legalities involved in securing water rights on additional land, and environmental authorisation for clearing indigenous vegetation.
Dealing with anthracnose
This fungal disease can wipe out a dry bean crop. Here’s how to prevent, and treat, this problem.
Creating sustainable growth through agriculture
You Reap What You Sow is a successful agricultural co-operative located in the Mohlakeng township, west of Johannesburg. Launched in 2011, the initiative is 90% black-women owned and employs 12 people and creates a further 36 job opportunities through learnerships as well as seasonal and casual employment.
Prepare to sell much more fruit and veg online
The marketplace for fresh fruit and vegetables is becoming increasingly globalised and interconnected. This affects the way that fresh produce is transported from its origin to its destination. The Fruit Logistica Trend Report 2018 looks at ways in which the supply chain must evolve to meet these challenges. Walton Golightly summarises the report’s findings.
Request for Qualification (RFQ): Programme Manager
The multi-stakeholder Bokamoso Barona Initiative is aimed at promoting sustainable economic activity through the development of a large-scale agri-industrial and bio-energy hub, in areas on the greater West Rand District, where local economies are currently predominantly dependent on mining.
Why SA and Namibia should strengthen trade links
Namibia is a reliable export and import partner for South Africa, and the two countries are closely linked politically and economically. This interdependency should be founded on mutual respect and support, says Roelie Venter, executive manager
of the Namibia Agricultural Union.
Further fuel price increases on the cards
South Africa’s farmers and consumers who are already reeling from the record national fuel prices that hit the country in early October, should brace for these prices to increase even further in early November.
Subdivision of Agricultural Land Act 70 of 1970
In South Africa, a testator or testatrix has the freedom to leave their assets to whoever they please. But certain statutory limitations affect the freedom of testation. One is the Subdivision of Agricultural Land Act 70 of 1970.
Fallout from listeriosis outbreak still lingering – study
Despite Health Minister, Aaron Motsoaledi, recently announcing that the listeriosis outbreak in South Africa was official over, Listeria monocytogenes bacteria was still present in ready-to-eat meat samples obtained from rural areas and the informal sector.
World Food Day highlights zero hunger goal
Every year on 16 October, World Food Day is commemorated, which forms part of World Food Week from 15 – 19 October, with this year's theme titled ‘Our actions are our future: a #ZeroHunger world by 2030 is possible’
Women in agriculture are key to boosting food security
Food and nutrition insecurity remains a major problem worldwide. Alan Dangour, Professor in Food and Nutrition for Global Health at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, explains how women in agriculture should be empowered to help address this situation.
Growing out and fattening cattle in a feedlot
Most cattle sold through abattoirs are feedlotted. This article looks at the basics of feedlotting and how an operator can increase profit margins.
Local procurement and agri exports to boost employment
An agreement to boost local procurement will boost demand for local products, according to a statement issued by Business Unity South Africa (BUSA) during the recent Jobs Summit convened by National Economic Development and Labour Council (Nedlac) in Midrand.
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