Tax judgement
Those with business interests in Botswana should take note of the following judgement.
Drought preparation: where to start
It’s not about pessimism, but planning. We must plan each crop as if this season will be our worst ever.
Fewer options on share options
A recent ruling reveals how SARS views the matter of the exercising of company share options.
Strict price control needed
Higher input prices are on the cards. Farmers who in many cases also face lower crop yield will have to manage costs diligently to survive a difficult year.
Fire-fighting: why getting involved is important
Beware! Unless you get your own house in order and work with your neighbours this dry season in fighting fires, you are taking a grave risk.
When is disposal not disposal?
Merely delivering grapes to a co-op is not ‘disposing’ of it. At this stage, the grower still owns the produce.
Managing good and bad years
To survive the tough times, avoid wastage during times of plenty – and spread your risk.
Fix it before it breaks
Preventive maintenance is an essential part of any well-managed and competitive organisation.
Put out that fire properly!
When it comes to resolving a dispute with SARS, ensure there is no room for later dissension.
Learning from Eskom and others
Learn the critical lessons of corporate (mis)governance and don't take your organisation down the same road of failure.
Shares and capital gains tax
A recent case contains guidelines on penalties and interest under the Tax Administration Act – and how to lodge a successful objection.
Be a ‘realistic optimist’
If you have a tendency towards pessimism, you are heading for a career as a mediocre manager.
Land ceilings could endanger food security
It hasn’t worked elsewhere, and if government goes ahead with land ceilings here, our food security will be seriously endangered.
Why do we fear technology?
Effective hi-tech (and sometimes low-tech) solutions abound, yet many farmers are slow to adopt them.
Capital asset vs revenue asset
Beware – changing your intention about the nature of an asset can cost you more tax.
Agricultural outlook
The SA consumer’s situation has improved slightly and the agricultural outlook remains positive, even though farmers face some serious challenges.
Wage woes
Money itself is not a sustainable motivator. In fact, if badly managed, it has the potential to demotivate.
A lucky escape for a VAT dodger
The taxpayer who didn’t pay his taxes yet got away with a reduced penalty.
Better days ahead for SA agriculture
In spite of serious problems facing the SA economy, agriculture can look forward to a good year in 2015.
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