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Breed of the month Beefmaster. Latest and greatest tech for orchards. DIY biochar turn plant waste into soil gold. What’s new in pome fruit production. Standardised testing key to reliable breeding values.

Calf rearing: the secret to dairy success

Calves play the most important role in the production chain, according to this Caledon farmer.

3 mins

Revised White Paper could see a shake-up of local government

While everybody was focused on the recent Trump-Ramaphosa White House discussions, and other geopolitical conflicts, Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Velenkosini Hlabisa made a very important announcement regarding local government in South Africa. He announced the beginning of a review of the White Paper on Local Government.

3 mins

Unpacking the EU’s plastic and packaging waste requirements for SA exporters

South African exporters are being urged to comply with the EU's packaging rules or risk market loss and missed sustainability opportunities. Octavia Avesca Spandiel reports.

3 mins

Road Freight Association marks 50th anniversary

In a celebration that brought together industry leaders, policy experts and long-time members, the Road Freight Association (RFA) marked its 50th anniversary at its annual convention held at the Champagne Sports Resort ina KwaZulu-Natal’s Central Drakensberg.

1 mins

Food quality and safety beyond what we see

Food and product testing are essential for safety, quality, and compliance in agriculture and food. Magda du Toit visited SciCorp Laboratories to learn more about its role in supporting the food value chain.

2 mins

Essential oils venture empowers Keiskammahoek farmers

Qobo Qobo Essential Oils Incubator, a rural enterprise in Keiskammahoek, Eastern Cape, is creating jobs through the cultivation and export of essential oils.

1 mins

Can farmers cash in on retail trends?

Farmers are largely supplying their produce to the wholesale trade, but with a distinct global shift to online shopping, more producers should be engaging these consumers, writes Dr Koos Coetzee.

3 mins

Onion prices higher at the start of winter as demand strengthens

This week, Absa AgriBusiness provides an overview of the current market trends, expected price movements, and the factors influencing key vegetable markets during winter.

2 mins

'The functionally efficient and profitable Beefmaster'

Guy Rensburg, owner of Rensgrow Beefmasters near Komga in the Eastern Cape, spoke to Janine Ryan about why he chooses to farm easy-to-care-for Beefmasters.

5 mins

Innovation in apple and pear production

Advancement in the pome fruit industry includes cultivar development, enhanced production methods, and upgraded logistics to overcome barriers in export channels. Roelf Pienaar, managing director of Tru-Cape Fruit Marketing, and Henk Griessel, Tru-Cape's quality assurance manager, spoke to Marinda Louw Coetzee about the industry's view on innovation in apple and pear production and exports.

5 mins

DIY: biochar on a budget

Despite its potential benefits, biochar is generally too expensive for most farmers to buy. For this reason, Wihan Bekker, civil engineer at Ikhala Impact, explained to Glenneis Kriel how farmers can make their own.

6 mins

Cutting-edge tech and equipment can improve profitability in apple and pear orchards

To truly grow more with less, farmers need to explore new technologies and keep these in mind when planning and planting new orchards. Magda du Toit spoke to industry experts about the latest and best equipment and technology available, all designed with one goal in mind: to improve production and cost-effectiveness.

8 mins

The importance of standardised testing in accurate livestock genetic evaluations

Freek Botes and Melville Ferreira, senior research technicians, and Dr Ben Greyling, research team manager, all of the Agricultural Research Council's Beef Cattle Improvement Scheme, explain why consistency is crucial when calculating estimated breeding values in livestock production. They also review the importance of standardised performance testing procedures.

4 mins

Beware the burn of the Capsicum chinense!

The habanero chilli pepper is native to South America. With its distinct fragrance and flavour, it is enjoyed by many people as a condiment, and its varieties include some of the world’s hottest chillies, writes Bill Kerr.

2 mins

How to create a closed terrarium

It’s rewarding to watch a self-sustaining ecosystem flourish in a sealed glass container; even more so if you created it yourself, says Linda Piegl.

2 mins

June means it's time to vaccinate against African horse sickness

Dr Mac suggests some practical ways for horse owners to pool their resources and make annual vaccination time a trouble-free experience.

2 mins

Foton Tunland: not perfect, but offers bang for your buck

Unlike many other Chinese bakkies making their way to South Africa for the first time, the Foton Tunland is a more familiar face. The Citizen's Charl Bosch put two of the returning manufacturer's bakkies to the test.

5 mins

Avo waffles with savoury mince

Want to make Belgian waffles green with envy? Try these avocado waffles loaded with savoury mince and topped with slices of fresh avocado. Recipe and photo: South African Avocado Growers' Association.

1 mins

Stories with strong social messages

In her selection this week, Patricia McCracken reviews both fiction and non-fiction titles, placing the spotlight on crime, online red flags for teenagers, and some delightful dog-walking tales, too.

2 mins

Pullman Cape Town City Centre adapts to modern travel demands

Brian Berkman visited the Accor Hotel Group’s first Pullman-branded hotel in South Africa, formerly a Radisson Blu, and found that subtle changes enhanced the guest experience.

3 mins

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