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Farmer's Weekly
The Divide Between Knowledge And Experience
Many experts have the theoretical knowledge, but fail to put themselves in the shoes of the rural, small-scale fish farmer.
2 min |
March 16, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Wireless Technology: Effortless Irrigation Control At Your Fingertips
A powerful, easy-to-use management tool that saves time, effort and water.
2 min |
March 16, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
LEPA Close Spacing Irrigation
Thanks to new advances in sprinkler technology, a well-managed centre pivot can be nearly as water- and energy-efficient as a drip system. Senninger offers a proven, award-winning system.
2 min |
March 16, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Solar Pumps: Get Expert Help!
Solar panels, a variable-speed drive and a borehole pump are the ideal combination for extracting water on the farm. But to get the most out of it, leave the design up to the professionals.
2 min |
March 16, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Dealing With Wheelspin
Jake Venter explores the logic of torque, and how to use a differential lock properly.
3 min |
May 11, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Conservation Farming - The Basics Of Agro-ecology
Climate-smart agro-ecology includes proven, practical techniques such as mulching, intercropping and zero-tillage to promote sustainability.
2 min |
May 11, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
The Global Impact Of Zoonoses
Statistics indicate that more than 15% of the human population will pick up a zoonotic infection at some stage of their lives. Veterinary specialist in public health Dr Jan H du Preez takes a closer look at the threats presented by some of the more common zoonoses across the world.
3 min |
May 11, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
DowDuPont Repositions Its Agricultural Services
DowDuPont is restructuring to enhance efficiencies and improve product offerings in the agriculture sector. Glenneis Kriel asked James Collins, the chief operating officer of the company’s Agricultural Division, about these changes.
4 min |
May 11, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
The 13th Annual Cleaver Awards
Over 30 000 public nominations were received for this year’s 13th Cleaver Awards, according to Rudi van der Westhuizen, executive director of the South African Meat Industry Company, who was speaking at the annual awards ceremony held in Johannesburg recently.
1 min |
May 11, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Becoming A Motorcyclist: Part 2
Getting used to a bike can be tricky because the controls are in different positions, but it’s worth it for the mobility and fun offered, says Jake Venter.
3 min |
May 25, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
How To Work Out Reproduction Parameters
Recording the reproduction of your ewe flocks during each breeding season will help you identify potential fertility problems.
3 min |
May 25, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Getting Started With Bananas (2)
In order to ensure good yield, growers must fertilise and irrigate their crops appropriately.
2 min |
May 25, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Performance Testing: Not Only for Stud Farmers
The perception that only stud breeders benefit from performance testing is unfounded. Commercial farmers can significantly improve the productivity of their herds using this system, says Frans Jordaan, chief research technician at the Agricultural Research Council.
4 min |
10 March 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Understanding Semi-Hydroponic Systems
Prof Gert Venter explains the benefits and disadvantages of semi-hydroponic structures.
3 min |
17 March 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Low-Input Dairy Production In Ireland
In Ireland, low-input dairy production on pasture with limited labour resources can be viable. On a recent visit to Ireland, Gerhard Uys spoke to farmer Pat Hennessy about how thorough infrastructure planning, good pastures and the correct breed can ensure success.
5 min |
17 March 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Diversification Beats Poor Wine Grape Prices - Part 1
Wine grape prices have remained unchanged for the past decade, and producers in the Olifants River Valley have started to investigate alternative avenues for generating income. Local farmer, Willem van Zyl, explains these to Glenneis Kriel in a two-part series.
5 min |
17 March 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Increased Demand For NZ Boer Goats
Increased Demand For NZ Boer Goats
1 min |
4 August 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Contaminated Honey Still At Storage Facility After Nine Years
Contaminated Honey Still At Storage Facility After Nine Years
1 min |
4 August 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Assessing The Impact Of Carrot Cyst Nematode On SA Production
The impact of carrot cyst nematodes on local production was studied by North-West University MSc student, Adoration Shubane. Her co-supervisor, Dr Antoinette Swart of the Agricultural Research Council’s Plant Protection Research Institute, reports on the research findings.
3 min |
4 August 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Bass: An Easy-To-Breed Alternative In Aquaculture
With its wide temperature tolerance, the humble bass may be a good option for commercial production.
2 min |
4 August 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Gauteng Racing: East Vs West
In a pigeon race in this province, some fanciers will invariably be at a disadvantage due to the location of their lofts, says Thomas Smit.
2 min |
4 August 2017
Farmer's Weekly
From Our Archives
Cash In On Game Hunting
3 min |
14-21 April 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Not All Shade Nets Are Created Equal
Avocado producers are increasingly opting for shade nets to protect their fruit from various climatic and environmental conditions. Research conducted by the Department of Crop Sciences at the Tshwane University of Technology, under the leadership of Prof Dharini Sivakumar, has shown the effect that different coloured net shading has on fruit quality.
2 min |
14-21 April 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Lower Prices Bring Relief For Oilseed Crushers
South African oilseed prices are set to come down from the highs of last year, when the drought seriously affected production, leading to high prices.
2 min |
14-21 April 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Understanding The Role Of The Boar In Breeding
Novice pig farmers should start with highly marketable and popular breeds such as the landrace or large white, says shane brody.
2 min |
14-21 April 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Farmers Give Kubota High Praise
Three commercial farmers tell joe spencer why kubota products check all the right boxes.
2 min |
14-21 April 2017
farmer's weekly
from our archives
rhodesia’s indigenous pigs compare well with exotics.
2 min |
27 january 2017
farmer's weekly
new holland at eima
the company’s latest specialist tractors, equipment and systems recently revealed in italy offer many advanced features, enhancing new holland’s reputation for innovation.
2 min |
27 january 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Great Returns With Tobacco, The Ideal Cash Crop
Tobacco producer, Peter Kok, says that tobacco is a cash crop that can assist diversification and expansion.
6 min |
6-13 January 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Hydroponic Water Requirements
About 70% of the earth is covered with surface water, but 97% of this is seawater. With only 3% consisting of freshwater, and less than 1% available to living organisms, hydroponic production can play an important role in reducing agricultural water usage, says Prof Gert Venter.
2 min |