Farmers give Kubota high praise
Three commercial farmers tell Joe Spencer why Kubota products check all the right boxes.
The benefits of choosing a career in agri – Nono Sekhoto
Thirty-five-year-old, Nono Sekhoto, joined her father’s farming operation, Makolobane Farmers Enterprises near Senekal, in 2011. Realising the importance of being part of a network, she joined the African Farmers’ Association of South Africa, where she sits on the national executive committee and advocates for young farmers’ needs.
Three decades later: progress or regress?
In South Africa, it’s easy to become depressed, but the progress made in other African countries shows that, with the right attitude, fish farming can flourish.
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.
Meet the mighty John Deere 8400R!
This new record-breaking John Deere tractor made its first appearance in the UK at the recent Cereals Event at Boothby Graffoe in Lincolnshire.
The R5 million racing pigeon
Golden Prince, currently the most expensive pigeon in the world, is owned by two South African fanciers.
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.
Consumer trends are crucial for production decisions
Independent consumer researcher, Nadia van der Kolf, urges farmers to keep consumer trends in mind when planning production expansion.
Big agricultural machines at Nampo 2017
The size of agricultural machines continues to increase, and there were plenty of impressive machines at this year’s show, says Joe Spencer.
