The amazing cactus pear
Tough, nutritious and requiring little care, this remarkable plant is invaluable for farmers, writes Roelof Bezuidenhout.
At last! A way to get funding.
Serious about farming? The new Land Bank loan might be for you. It has tough requirements, but offers real advantages, including recognising the Permission to Occupy (PTO), writes Susan Pletts.
Why crop rotation is important
The idea of crop rotation – growing different crops on the same land each year – can be difficult to understand. After all, if...
Why are goats so special?
Goats are remarkable animals. They're tough and versatile, and have more uses than you could ever imagine.
Understanding commodities
The word "commodity"� is used often in discussions on agriculture, but what does it mean exactly?
Management: How to run a meeting – part 2
A badly run co-op meeting can be confusing and unproductive. By following a few rules, you can ensure that your meetings are efficient and help everyone do their job better.
Management: How to run a meeting
Meetings are essential in any business, including farming - but they need to be well-run to be effective.
Growing tomatoes
Do your homework carefully to profit from this ever-popular crop.
Know your cattle: Red Poll
Combining good high milk production and tender beef, this is a true dual purpose breed.
Know your cattle: Pinzgauer
This dual purpose breed is renowned for its hardiness, fertility and longevity.
Lumps, hair loss and other skin problems in pigs
Skin diseases in pigs can be serious or even fatal. This week, we look at the causes of lumps, changes in skin colour, thickening of the skin, and hair loss.
