Managing for profit
Farms need to be managed carefully to make a profit. Let’s take a closer look the meaning of ‘profit’ and how to ensure your farm always makes a profit.
Sandy soil: a guide to working with it
Vegetable expert Bill Kerr discusses how to get the best out of sandy soil, regardless of what crop you’re growing.
Skins: don’t throw good money away!
Make extra profit by salting skins and selling them as soon as possible, writes Roelof Bezuidenhout.
Producing without waste
Water, soil, time and other natural things are precious and should always be conserved.
How to raise Boer Goat kids
Boer Goat kids demand care and management for the first few weeks after birth. If you fail to look after them properly during this important stage, you could easily lose...
Make your products stand out
In the 1970s, a Tzaneen farmer started growing a small but tasty variety of pawpaw called a papino.
About provisional tax
Most farmers as provisional taxpayers, so it’s important to understand the concept, says Susan Pletts.
Know your cattle: Simmentaler
The Simmentaler breed comes from the Simme valley in Switzerland, where it gained a reputation as an excellent cross-breeder due to increased hybrid vigour.
Maintaining high standards
If you become careless and lazy in small things, your yield and profit can decline.
Milking techniques: the best habits
The correct milking method will keep the cow's udder healthy and improve yield.
How to do a soil test
Before you plant any type of crop, make sure you understand the soil. Here's a simple soil test to try out.
Healthy udders mean more milk
A farmer has to treat skin problems in cattle such as frostbite, warts and blue udder disease before they lead to a lower milk yield.
Why time is money
Planting your crops at the right time for your region is extremely important. If you fail to make the deadline, your yield will suffer greatly.
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...
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