Poultry woes
The SA poultry industry’s compromise with the US will put local producers’ margins under pressure.
Facts vs fiction: how to know the difference
Beware of ‘selective perception’, or seeing things only as you would like to see them.
Living in a world of debt
Greece’s ongoing financial crisis highlights the danger countries face if government expenditure continues to increase at a faster rate than income.
Objecting? Line up the evidence first!
If you cannot produce strong evidence and cogent arguments for your allegations, the chances are that you will lose any court battle against SARS.
The growing gap
We live in one of the most unequal societies in the world. It should cause us disquiet, and lead to action.
Interpreting Section 11D
This section provides for certain deductions in respect of technological research and development.
Difficult times lie ahead
The South African economy is slowing down, while in Europe a Greek tragedy is unfolding. Farmers will not escape the effect of current economic trends.
Perspective – do you have it?
Gaining perspective allows you to make the right decisions. Without perspective, you're just guessing.
Misappropriation of VAT theft
The other penalties aside, is misappropriation of VAT theft in the same way as stealing a car or television set is? SARS would like you to think so.
Why the rand is on the rack
Further weakening of the rand is expected. This is a double-edged sword for farmers. But, as always, those able to produce quality products will survive.
grow your business and ensure future sucess
Whether you’re negotiating a rocky road or struggling to pay those toll fees, your number one objective is to make a profit and grow your business.
Ackermans v SARS (16408/2013)
In this week’s case, key issues relating to income tax are highlighted, even though the crux of the matter remains unresolved.
South Africa deserves better
The 2015/2016 department of agriculture’s budget is 4,6% smaller than that of the previous year. Both commercial and non-commercial farmers will suffer.
How the rich get richer – offshore investments
If you have all of your eggs in one basket, the sooner you go offshore with some investments, the better.
In search of profitable and efficient farmers
A recent UK study has found that more efficient and profitable farmers tend to have certain properties in common.
Labour law: are you coping?
Many may disagree with aspects of today’s labour law, but it’s far better than the ‘no-holds-barred’ days of the past.
SARS assessments and re-assessments
Taxpayers are entitled to know when SARS is finished with its assessments and re-assessments.
To BEE or not to BEE
Farmers need to carefully consider how they address black economic empowerment strategies.
Separate living and farming: the benefits
Imagine a farm used exclusively for the production of food or fibre, with no housing in sight!
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