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.
How to apply herbicides
A brief overview of how herbicides are applied, and how to avoid resistance.
What you need to know about trust laws
Keeping up to date with legislation on trusts, capital gains tax and wills is important to avoid legal tangles. Elbe Thatcher, fiduciary specialist at Old Mutual Wealth, tells Gerhard Uys how to comply with the latest requirements in order to safeguard wealth.
Supplements: to feed or not to feed?
Given the high cost of supplements, is it worth feeding lambs on veld? A recent study provides some answers, says Roelof Bezuidenhout.
Growing pecan nuts: cultivars, soil prep & planting
Here are a number of well-known cultivars, advice on how to prepare the soil, and other aspects to consider when growing pecan nuts.
Understanding herbicides – Part 1
Herbicides were developed in the 1940s. Here is a brief overview of their history and how they work.
Enforcing a disciplinary code in the workplace
Employers must take great care to deal with workplace misconduct according to the set procedures.
Hoof management guidelines
Although an animal with hoof problems may be able to function normally, malformed hooves can have an impact on production and performance. Annelie Coleman spoke to cattle farrier and hoof specialist, Johan Combrink, about problems encountered and how to deal with these.
Good vaccination practices
According to the Ruminant Veterinary Association of South Africa, vaccination is crucial in preventing illness in animals.
