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Mastering machines choosing the right equipment. Improving irrigation during dry weather. Versatile ostriches pay for themselves.Packhouse efficiency adds real value. The rise of wagyu part 1. Tips for purchasing second-hand equipment.

Rasberries - the undercover story

Think twice about growing raspberries, said Trevor McKenzie of Eurafruit in Stellenbosch.

3 mins

Smart farming: leveraging agritech to boost productivity for small producers

Agriculture remains the backbone of food security and rural development, and small-scale farmers play a vital role in sustaining local economies.

2 mins

Backing for SA Canegrowers as sugar imports soar

Coenie Snyman, winemaker and founder of Rock of Eye Wines, was named the 2025 Diners Club Winemaker of the Year for his Rock of Eye Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, while Marnich Aucamp, assistant winemaker at Stellenbosch Vineyards, won the Young Winemaker of the Year award for his Stellenbosch Vineyards Credo Chenin Blanc 2024 at a gala dinner near Kleinmond in the Western Cape.

1 mins

SAPPO Academy showcases skills development and small business success

The South African Pork Producers' Organisation (SAPPO) Academy, a training organisation that promotes animal, environmental, and public health in the pig industry through knowledge transfer, recently hosted a mini development symposium in Pretoria. The event included an afternoon of meaningful dialogue, strategic learning, and leadership exchange, effectively bridging academic insight with real-world industry innovation.

3 mins

Muden Citrus growth hinges on infrastructure investment – economist

Agricultural economist Lesedi Mokoena spoke to Octavia Avesca Spandiel about Muden Citrus's rapid growth being held back by the lack of a local packhouse. Investment in this infrastructure could unlock jobs, competitiveness, and long-term rural economic gains.

2 mins

Infrastructure, policy, and finance will be the African continent's growth drivers

Africa's agricultural potential is vast, but inefficiencies in infrastructure, trade policy, and finance limit growth. Investments in transport, cold storage, irrigation, and digital trade systems, among others, are key to unlocking faster, cheaper, and more efficient agricultural trade.

3 mins

What's in store for agricultural commodity prices in 2026?

Commodity markets are expected to enter the new year against a markedly different backdrop compared to the volatility of recent years, according to Nkhensani Mashimbvi.

3 mins

Controlling cutworm

Cutworms have become a major problem for vegetable farmers worldwide and their activities can result in serious economic losses.

2 mins

A contract ensures that there are no grey areas

The rights and obligations of employers and employees should be very distinctly set out in an employment contract between the two parties

2 mins

SA's poultry industry must be more inclusive and sustainable

In spite of great progress made over the past 30 years in South Africa's poultry value chain, setbacks such as avian influenza and trade restrictions are calling for official intervention

2 mins

Artificial intelligence and technology in 2026

For 2026, Farmer's Weekly will be focusing on the overarching theme of artificial intelligence and technology, and the importance of this in sustainable and long-term farming.

2 mins

Packhouse technology turns fruit into Forex

With South African fruit exports surging (citrus up over 71% since 2015), the pressure is on packhouses to deliver quality and efficiency. No longer just a mechanical step, the packhouse is now the strategic bottleneck where real value is added - or lost.

6 mins

New or used? A practical guide to second-hand farm equipment

Second-hand farm machinery can deliver excellent value, if you know what to look for. Western Cape equipment broker Debbie Smit gave Lindi Botha practical advice to help farmers decide when to buy new, when pre-owned is the smarter choice, and how to avoid the costly pitfalls that often catch buyers off-guard.

4 mins

Are 'greener' tractors on the cards for South Africa?

In this article, Magda du Toit delves into the growing need for cleaner energy solutions in agriculture with particular focus on mechanisation that promises to address environmental concerns.

9 mins

Man vs machine - which works best in SA's farming sector?

South African farmers have embraced both mechanisation and staffing solutions to improve farm level efficiency. Sabrina Dean investigated the pros and cons of both and filed this report.

9 mins

Why implement choice has become an important decision in modern farming

In South Africa's volatile farming landscape, where climate extremes and escalating costs squeeze profit margins, the key to success lies not just in high-tech seeds or fertiliser, but in the correct selection and matching of farm implements.

6 mins

Less tillage, more life: the machines and techniques behind soil recovery

Soil health is the foundation of global food security, environmental quality, and agricultural sustainability. According to expert Dr Hendrik Smith, reversing the cycle of soil degradation requires the continuous application of regenerative conservation agriculture principles, with no-tillage cultivation being nonnegotiable.

4 mins

An introduction to forward contracts and commodity futures for South African farmers

The agriculture sector is notoriously volatile, but producers can find stability using financial derivative tools. This article clearly defines and differentiates between two key instruments: forward contracts and futures contracts.

3 mins

Riding out the dry years with ostriches in the Klein Karoo

After nearly two decades in state-run agriculture, farmer Jolian du Preez walked away from job security to build an ostrich enterprise in one of South Africa's toughest farming regions.

8 mins

From fire investigation to Wagyu excellence

When Zelda Greyling first set foot on Frans Stapelberg's farm outside Marble Hall in Limpopo in 2019, Wagyu cattle were the last thing on her mind.

7 mins

The story of the Drakensberger beef cattle breed's evolution in Africa

The Drakensberger cattle breed has been part of the South African landscape for ages. So-called black indigenous cattle existed in South Africa as early as the 15th and 16th centuries and formed the foundation of the current Drakensberger beef cattle breed.

4 mins

The basics of irrigation during hot weather

Hot, dry conditions test even the best irrigation strategies.

5 mins

Five Joburg hotels that make business a pleasure

Even with its well-documented problems, Johannesburg remains the centre of business in South Africa. And unlike some cities with their mountains and oceans, you'll get value and quality for a fraction of the price at these hotels. There are also great views in the mix. By .

6 mins

The myths and folklore about the origins of rice

In Asia, agricultural folklore and legends are profoundly important, particularly in East and Southeast Asia, because they serve as the cultural, religious, and social foundation of societies built upon the wet-rice economy. Many of the heroes of these myths and legends are still celebrated today.

10+ mins

MG's local stock to further rise with the introduction of ZS Pro

While the MG ZS Pro is the global replacement for the ageing ZS offering, with more space, tech and power, the Chinese-owned British marque will sell the two compact crossovers alongside each other locally.

2 mins

The invasion of De Hoek

The farm De Hoek in the Barkly East district of the Eastern Cape is home to several exotic fauna and flora species, but as landowner Mike Burgess writes, interaction between two of these species has resulted in a particularly serious management challenge.

2 mins

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प्रकाशक: CTP-Limited-t/a-Farmer’s-Weekly

वर्ग: Business

भाषा: English

आवृत्ति: Fortnightly

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.