Groundnuts: a useful rotation crop
In South Africa, groundnuts are grown in the summer rainfall areas under irrigation or dryland conditions. Farmers with limited resources, particularly those in the northern and eastern parts of South Africa grow groundnuts mainly for their own consumption.
Community of property or antenuptial? Which option is best
Many of us look forward to the day when the ‘question is popped’ and preparations for the big day begin. However deciding to get married entails far more than planning a beautiful wedding. There are far-reaching decisions that need to be made.
Better heifers, bigger profits
Heifers form the future of any beef cattle breeding concern, and should therefore be selected with care, says animal scientist, Danie Bosman. He spoke to Annelie Coleman about how to go about this.
Can a trust be party to a contract?
(Standard Bank v Johannes Gerhardus Swanepoel NO [2015) ZASCA 71). Standard Bank provided an agricultural produce loan and a business cheque account to the Harne Trust represented by the trustee, Johannes Swanepoel.
Tips on growing Swiss chard
Dark green vegetables help strengthen bones and are generally excellent for health, especially in older people.
Growing apricots: a brief overview
A brief overview on cultivating this versatile fruit, which arrived in South Africa in the 17th century.
Beef cattle conformation basics
When performing a visual evaluation of the animal, note the following features in particular: frame size, muscle and body structure, and breed character.
Section 3(3)(d) – the silent assassin of your estate plan
One of the overarching objectives of estate planning is to minimise estate duty. There are various planning mechanisms which can be applied to ensure that this objective is achieved.
Growing lettuce at home
Plant lettuce types that enable you to harvest the leaves as required over a long period, says vegetable specialist, Bill Kerr.
Getting started with brinjals
The brinjal or eggplant is a species of nightshade, and therefore related to the potato and tomato.
Should you nominate a beneficiary on a retirement annuity?
Nominating a person as a beneficiary on a RA is not a guarantee the person will receive the full benefit intended for them. Careful consideration needs to be given to this as part of a holistic financial plan and in dividing assets between one’s heirs.
Preparing your vegetable patch
In preparing your vegetable patch, the ideal is to prepare the soil only once, and then switch to no-till.
Agricultural output terms explained
Output terms relate to the value of production or yield (such as fodder) of a specific farming enterprise sold or used on the farm. In some cases, this may include sundry farm income.
Join the Merino Sheep & Wool Experts Society
South Africa’s sheep and wool industry needs experts to maintain the current high standard of sheep classing.
Drought in perspective
The unbridled misuse of natural resources guarantees a future of environmental and socio-economic crises.
The Santa Gertrudis: an amazing all-rounder
The Santa Gertrudis is a hardy, medium-framed, short-haired animal, and well adapted to a variety of climatic conditions.
Learn the basics of growing tea
Tea is a challenging crop, but can be financially worthwhile under the right conditions.
Learn marketing mechanisms to maximise grain profits
According to Dr Dirk Strydom, Grain SA’s manager for grain economy and marketing, South Africa’s producers are technologically advanced, but lack marketing prowess. However, marketing opportunities abound, particularly in the volatile free market system.
Some tips for growing garlic
Closely related to the onion, shallot and chive, garlic has long been used as a seasoning worldwide.
How to effectively wean beef cattle calves
The methods and time of weaning play a vital role in beef production by influencing the weaning weight of calves, as well as the condition of the cows.
