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Minor economic growth in Zimbabwe as agricultural output shrinks
Zimbabwe's economy expanded by 2,9 % in 2024, according to the latest figures released by the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZimStat).
Steenhuisen marks 100 years of agricultural extension
Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 58th Annual Conference of the South African Society for Agricultural Extension, Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen paid tribute to the vital role played by extension officers in agriculture.
Chianina cattle: the gentle white giants giving high meat yield and quality
Looking for a breed to maximise returns on animals and land? Garren Coetzee, who runs a Chianina stud near Uniondale in the Western Cape, spoke to Glenneis Kriel about why this breed is the answer.
Young farmer’s future is guided by big dreams
“Farming chose me,” says Yolanda Mbali Maphalala. Maphalala grew up in the rural community of Zwelisha in KwaZulu-Natal where agriculture is seen as a way of life.
Free State Young Farmers Committee vice-chair is raising the bar
A young Brangus stud breeder in the Free State is on a mission to open doors for other young farmers. Danielle de Kock shares her story with Farmer’s Weekly, including her work as a farmer, and the challenges and opportunities faced by young farmers.
Expert tips for emerging sheep farmers
Emerging sheep farmers can boost their production and profitability by focusing on quality over quantity. Willem Goosen, production adviser at the National Wool Growers’ Association, spoke to Octavia Avesca Spandiel about strategies for breeding productive animals and managing them effectively.
Sandspruit & Amakosi Beefmaster Auction
Date: 8 July 2025
Time: 11:00am - 15:00pm
Venue: Farm Oakdale, Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal
On offer: 45 Bulls, 30 Pregnant heifers, 10 Droughtmaster pregnant cows
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AgriCulture Mpumalanga’s 2025 young farmer talks challenges, hope, growth
AgriCulture Mpumalanga’s Young Farmer of the Year 2025, Hendy-Hein Mathews, does not mince his words when it comes to the challenges the youth face in the agriculture sector. But he is certain that farmers will overcome and continue to provide food for the nation.
South Africa on track for bumper harvest in 2025
According to the latest crop estimates released by the Crop Estimate Committee (CEC), the updated figures show significant gains across a range of summer and winter crops, most notably maize, indicating a strong recovery from the previous drought-affected season.
Designer seed the next focus for agricultural technology
Designer seed that focus on providing solutions to problems faced by farmers in specific regions is currently driving research at seed companies.
Nampo 2025: Visitors more focussed on cost-efficient purchases compared to 2024, say exhibitors
After speaking to some exhibitors at Nampo, it would appear that farmers made fewer high-value purchases at the show this year, opting to buy more cost-effective items and machinery.
Southern Africa to bear the brunt of climate change
Climate change is set to have a particularly adverse effect on agriculture in Southern Africa, delegates at the World Union of Wholesale Markets conference in Johannesburg, Gauteng, were told.
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