A five-point-check system for smart parasite control in livestock
In the 1990s, three South African vets developed FAMACHA, a tool that has since evolved into the Five Point Check to help livestock farmers fight parasite resistance in their animals....
Self-sufficient farming through irrigation
One of the main benefits of irrigation is the ability to produce crops consistently, regardless of fluctuating weather patterns.
Fire-smart farming: how to manage risks and be prepared
The Winelands Fire Protection Association reports that for every 1° increase in global temperatures, there is a 29% increase in fire risk.
Building a legacy of red meat in consumers’ minds
Marina Fourie of Beef and Lamb South Africa describes how the organisation is actively working towards the marketing of red meat to consumers, not only for the purpose of short-term...
Global canning industry grapples with climate and market pressure
Extreme weather events and growing market uncertainty are weighing heavily on canning fruit producers worldwide. From Europe to the US, farmers face smaller harvests, tighter margins, and intensifying competition from...
Wine, weddings, and welcoming accommodation in lush Limpopo
This great venue is within easy reach of Gauteng for weddings, conferences, functions, parties and more, and is backed by a couple with years of experience.
Bird flu then and now: the ongoing battle against avian influenza
Highly pathogenic avian influenza strains, such as H5N1, are threatening poultry and even mammals, forcing industries and governments to rethink biosecurity and vaccination.
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