In this issue

Research on puff adders reveals reptiles’ adjustment to climate change. How an Overberg farmer consistently produces top quality pears. What has AGOA achieved for South African farmers. My journey from being a DJ to becoming a livestock and vegetable farmer.

Unpacking the value of AGOA two decades on

The African Growth and Opportunity Act deal expires in 2025. In this article, Prof David Luke at the Firoz Lalji Institute for Africa, London School of Economics and Political Science, looks at what it’s achieved in 23 years.

4 mins

Citrus yields get a boost

These brothers installed computerised irrigation and fertigation systems to improve their citrus yields.

3 mins

KZN 2023/25 agri internship programme begins

The KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Department of Agriculture and Rural Development recently welcomed 97 new graduate interns.

1 min

New Grain SA CEO described as 'ideal choice'

Grain SA chairperson Derek Mathews has welcomed the appointment of officer of the organisation, describing him as the ideal choice.

1 min

South African farmers actively participate in conservation efforts

WWF sustainable food systems manager says cost of living is the most severe global risk over next two years, writes Glenneis Kriel.

3 mins

Pupils shine as EduPlant finals winners are announced

Pressing global challenges of climate change, food sovereignty, and ecological conservation are addressed through the EduPlant competition, writes Jyothi Laldas.

2 mins

Female farmworkers march

About 100 women marched to Parliament to urge government to improve conditions in the agriculture sector, writes Jyothi Laldas.

3 mins

Witzenberg worker scoops Prestige Agri Awards title

Vivian Jakobs from Crispy Farming, Du Toit Group in Witzenberg, was recently crowned the 2023 Western Cape Prestige Agri Awards winner.

1 min

Why are so many of us bad at listening?

Outstanding managers are always good communicators, and good communicators are always good listeners, says Peter Hughes.

3 mins

How Kalahari puff adders react to climate change may be key to their survival strategies

Wits University PhD candidate Azraa Ebrahim tells Farmer's Weekly of her research on puff adder thermal biology and space use, and dispels some of the fears that people have of these fascinating creatures.

5 mins

From a DJ to a farmer

Lubabalo Ngcwembe, Eastern Cape finalist for the 2023 Agricultural Research Council's National Kaonafatso ya Dikgomo Award that aims to honour the county's best emerging beef farmers, is from the Qonce area. Mike Burgess recently visited him to better understand his unique experiences.

4 mins

Getting the best out of pear orchards

GA Erasmus en Seuns Boerdery in the Western Cape Overberg won the award for the best income per hectare for pears in this year's Two-a-Day Awards Ceremony. George Erasmus and Nico Ferreira spoke to Glenneis Kriel about the farm's pear production strategy.

5 mins

Fighting succulent poachers with sniffer dogs

A boost in the global demand for collectable ornamental’ plants has seen the illegal trade in South African succulents rocket in recent years. Mike Burgess explores a new Endangered Wildlife Trust tactic.

2 mins

A historic building with spectacular views and the latest tech enhancements

The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront in Cape Town offers a wide range of attractions and accommodations in the heart of the working harbour, says Brian Berkman, who went to see the latest improvements at the centre

4 mins

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Farmer’s Weekly is an agricultural magazine based in South Africa, targeting the whole of Southern Africa. The magazine is committed to advancing the interests of the region’s farmers and its agricultural industry by serving as a mouthpiece for the industry and by keeping its readers informed of the latest developments in the agricultural sector.