Getting started with carrots
Here are some guidelines regarding plant population, fertilisers and climate to get you started on carrot production.
Tick-borne diseases in goats and sheep
Tick-borne diseases can cause major animal losses. This week we look at how to identify heartwater.
Overheads can make or break your business
Overhead costs are like a beard. They're always there, just as the hair you shave grows back. If you want your business to succeed, keep your overheads manageable, writes Susan...
Diseases in tomatoes
Tomatoes can be affected by many different diseases - and some, like powdery mildew, can cause serious damage.
Interest fixed or linked?
You pay interest when you borrow money, so you must know how to negotiate and have a good credit rating, writes Susan Pletts.
Caring for cabbages
Cabbages are heavy feeders and need plenty of food to grow. Without enough water, the heads will dry out and taste bitter, so fertilising and watering the plants is important.
How to tell if your chickens have NCD
This bird disease is highly contagious, especially to domestic poultry. Death rates are high and no treatment is available.
How to calculate cash flow
An accurate record of your cash flow is important for your business to succeed. A basic knowledge of addition and subtraction is all you need to draw one up, writes...
Furrow irrigation
This form of irrigation is good for row crops, such as tomatoes, cabbages, and leafy vegetables.
Calving and pregnancy in cattle – part 1
Cattle occupy a unique role in human history and some consider cattle the oldest form of wealth. One of the ways to get your cattle to multiply and your wealth...
How to grow lettuce – Part 2
This issue we look at the different kinds of lettuce available and which are best for your home garden.
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