Time to start widespread vaccination against FMD in SA’s livestock?
For some time, the South African livestock industry has been struggling with foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), which presents enormous costs to farmers and agribusinesses. As the disease persists, the country's ambitions...
The Boerboel: a proudly South African dog breed
The Boerboel is a South African-developed mastiff breed popular with farmers and families for its calm and protective nature. The Boerboel is a powerful mastiff-type dog breed developed in South...
Fake news lurks in agri, but it can be stopped
At the Africa Agri Tech 2025 conference held in Pretoria in March, Alan Hardacre, co-founder of Advocacy Academy, spoke about how disinformation campaigns wreak havoc on agribusinesses. He highlighted the...
Extensive nationwide audit paints a real picture of land reform in SA
Johann Bornman, chairperson of Agri Development Solutions, recently released a report to set the record straight about land reform in South Africa. He spoke to Glenneis Kriel about the results.
An inside look at South Africa’s meat safety standards
South Africa’s Meat Safety Act sets strict regulations to ensure meat quality and protect consumers, covering every stage of the food value chain. Dr Gerhard Neethling, general manager of the...
The importance of livestock for sustainable agriculture
While conservationists often say that livestock are detrimental to the environment, research has shown that regenerative agriculture really only succeeds when livestock are utilised.
A judicial duel in the name of ‘just and equitable compensation’
In the Moloto case, the Land Court had to consider factors like market value and the current use of the property on which a land claim had been lodged.
Farmer’s Weekly transitions to a biweekly in July
For the past 114 years, Farmer’s Weekly has been a leading voice in agriculture, not only in South Africa, but also further afield in Africa. Over more than a century,...
A farmer’s experience with bush encroachment
Farmer David Addenbrooke has worked in the Zimbabwean beef industry for around four decades. Here, he relates his experience with bush encroachment and offers farmers some advice on battling this...
Vaccines are one of the most effective ways to combat diseases in animals
When it comes to protecting your animals’ health, vaccination stands out as one of the most crucial and effective preventive measures available, writes Boehringer Ingelheim’s Dr Michelle Enslin.
Why a solar-power subscription might not make financial sense
Solar-energy subscriptions are often marketed as convenient and hassle-free, but it’s important to consult a checklist before signing up for one. Teresa Kok, director of One Energy, talks about what...
Organisation aims to end hunger with sweet potatoes
In a recent food rescue operation, SA Harvest drew on its relationships with Dutoit Agri and logistics companies to ensure that nutritious food reached those who needed it, writes Ozzy Nel,...
A review of the momentous election year that was 2024
Early in the year it was indicated in this column that 2024 would be important among other things for the fact that half of the world’s population would hold elections.
Best wishes from the Farmers Weekly team for 2025
The Farmers Weekly team reflects on 2024 and sends heartfelt wishes to our readers for a joyful festive season and a prosperous New Year ahead.
Load-shedding respite should not breed complacency
While the optimism over South Africa’s electricity supply is refreshing, it may be misguided, even if well-intentioned, say Mzukisi Kota, Lubumba Kamukwamba and Kelly-Rain Green of Webber Wentzel.
Breaking barriers: a change agent in SA wine
Wendy Petersen, a trailblazer in the South African wine industry, spent nearly three decades working towards the empowerment of black women in the industry and transforming communities. She spoke to...
Land Bank positions itself to reclaim its former glory
Land Bank recently emerged from a four-year period of default. Themba Rikhotso, CEO of Land Bank, spoke to Glenneis Kriel at Nampo Cape about what lies ahead for the bank.
Data: hoard it and lose it, or share it and advance
In an increasingly digital world, data is as much an asset as physical resources are. As applications develop, the need to collect mass data to provide personalised solutions is becoming...
Seismic surveys in the Karoo and the possibility of fracking
Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe recently announced his department’s plans to conduct the first major seismic survey in 50 years in the south-central Karoo. Prof Raymond Durrheim, Emeritus...
Fostering an inclusive, innovative workforce
South Africa’s Employment Equity and Skills Development acts lay the foundation for an inclusive workplace that is prepared for future growth, writes Anton Visser, Group COO of SA Business School.
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