Farming Basics

Master farming basics with practical tips on crop growth, livestock care, irrigation, soil management, and effective farm operations.

The basics of growing beetroot

Raised beds, direct sowing, mulching and other basics.

Sawfly – pollinator and pest

Scientific name: Sawfly is the common name for insects belonging to suborder Symphyta of the order Hymenoptera. Distribution: Widespread.

Controlling liver fluke disease

Fasciolosis is a disease found worldwide. According to reports, its incidence is increasing in certain regions.

How to grow beetroot

This popular vegetable is fairly easy to grow and produces a good yield.
Liver fluke facts

Liver fluke facts

An overview of this deadly zoonotic disease and the parasites that cause it.
Interested in selling vegetables?

Interested in selling vegetables?

Before starting production, you should obtain as much information as possible – and ask yourself some tough questions! Commercial vegetable-growing is not for everyone.

Grazing perennial ryegrass

To survive, perennial ryegrass needs good management practices. In particular, farmers should ensure that grazing does not take place too frequently.

Keeping records for layers

A management calendar is crucial for success even if you are simply supplying eggs to your own family.

Know your crop pests: False codling moth

The false codling moth is a major pest of citrus and other commercial fruit in South Africa, causing a substantial financial loss every year.

Towards happy, healthy hens!

To keep the eggs coming, make sure your hens stay healthy.

Managing weeds, pests and diseases

A brief overview of the basic steps that you should take to protect your crops.
Farming eggs for family and profit

Farming eggs for family and profit

How to build, manage and maintain your own affordable household egg production unit.
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