Diesel dispute
Misleading instructions. Unreasonable tax inspectors. No wonder farmers struggle to claim diesel rebates.
Beef futures contract explained
The Red Meat Producers’ Organisation should be commended for developing and implementing a beef futures market. Let’s hope it gets off the ground.
Brand awareness
If the humble crop of cotton can be differentiated to bring success to thousands of subsistence farmers in Uganda, we can do the same with our products.
The stranglehold of tax gets tighter
The heavy tax burden of the average South African taxpayer is stifling growth at every turn.
Slowdown in economic growth
Farmers are advised to spend money cautiously until the SA economy shows some direction.
Do you have character?
A lack of integrity is just plain bad for business, not to mention the country.
Dealing with clogged losses
These cannot be used to offset gains made in other transactions by the taxpayer in the same tax year.
Mega farmers: let them inspire you
Mega farmers share a common characteristic: their success depends on dealing successfully with people.
Diesel, taxes and you
The amount of red tape that farmers have to navigate in order to obtain a rebate is astounding.
Rand in freefall
It’s not all bad news. The weak currency is a mixed blessing for South Africa’s farmers.
Be a better boss – six resolutions to follow
Here are the ‘Big Six’ resolutions that you need to make and follow this year.
SARS – it could be worse
SARS has obvious weaknesses, but if we have to be honest, our tax authorities are better to work with than those in our neighbouring countries.
Drought management: surviving a difficult year
With good planning and careful management, farmers will be able to survive the difficult times created by the current drought.
Lessons learnt from rugby
The game we all love mirrors many of the challenges facing any organisation.
To AGOA or not to AGOA?
South Africa’s tensions around access to AGOA graphically illustrate the power of major trading countries such as the US.
Land reform management and building a better business
Forget about government’s land reform mess. Build your business and help small-scale farmers yourself.
A Christmas wish list for SA’s taxpayers
Here’s hoping that Santa will come through on at least some of these…
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