Banking on Brangus

In 2001, Steve Kretzmann, introduced a beef component to his dairy farm, Edendale, in the Eastern Cape. Mike Burgess visited him recently to better understand the impact that the Panorama Brangus stud has had on his agricultural venture near East London.

Doom and gloom in the country has a silver lining for inventive farmers

The world is entering a chaotic phase as elections in key countries, increasing conflict and poor economic performance, weigh on progress. Lindi Botha speaks to economists to get an idea of what lies ahead.

South Africa's agricultural trade strategy in an increasingly fractured world

COUNTRIES SUCH AS INDIA, CHINA AND SAUDI ARABIA SHOULD TOP THE CO-OPERATION AND TRADE AGENDA

Broodmares and foals on the veld need enough clean water

Horses are herbivores and can survive on natural grazing, but what about the water?

Tata Motors launches Ultra range of smart trucks in SA

India's leading automobile manufacturer, along with its local distributor, launches its Ultra range of new-generation, smart trucks in South Africa.

Cattle terms you need to know: Part 1

In this first of a three-part series, we give an explanation of terms used in cattle production that all farmers and aspiring farmers need to know.

My Tuta experience with tomatoes this summer

I farm totally organic and don't spray my crops, and there is just the odd lesion in my 14 tomato tunnels, writes Bill Kerr.

Become bewitched by Barcelona

The must-visit Spanish coastal city is home to extraordinary art, design, architecture and food. Brian Berkman suggests where to stay and what to do.

Teff: good for humans as well as animals

Patrick Rakau, a junior researcher at the Agricultural Research Council's Animal Production Institute: Range and Forage Sciences, explains the importance of breeding new climate-smart and improved teff varieties for both human food and animal feed in South Africa.

A simple guide to operating a game hunting and agritourism venue

Game farm owners can benefit from hunting, agri-tourism and breeding. In this article, we discuss some tips on running a sustainable game operation in South Africa.

An overview of South Africa's diverse game industry

Cobus du Plessis takes a look at how South Africa's game industry has changed over the years.

Saving the vultures

A much-needed addition to the Southern Drakensberg, the Mzimkulu Vulture Hide, created to support vulture conservation through a Vulture Safe Feeding Zone, is a hub of activity and a bird-lover's paradise.

Managing communal land can be for the greater good

Wonga Masiza, a researcher at the Agricultural Research Council, reveals 17 million South Africans live on communal land, and explores a new study that offers insights on how to manage it.

StayEasy Century City is an easy place to stay

In the peak of Cape Town's summer tourist season, Brian Berkman easily finds affordable accommodation.

The ever-evolving katydid

The katydid, an insect that for millions of years has remained on the right side of natural selection, did so by continually adapting its complex camouflaging strategies

Land Cruiser 70 still the no-frills workhorse

Ian McLaren, for CAR, reviews the updated Toyota Land Cruiser 70 SW 2,8 GD-6 auto.

Marketing and presentation of carrots

Most people by now have come to believe that the initial eye contact of a product is very important to generate sales

Zoonotic diseases: Part 5

In this fifth part of our series on zoonosis, we take a look at psittacosis, also known as parrot fever.

Increase citrus yield, packouts and quality with shade nets

In a consumer-driven market that is picky about the appearance of fruit, producing brightly coloured produce with zero blemishes is vital to catch the eye of shoppers. Erecting nets over citrus orchards increases the chances of a superb packout. Lindi Botha reports on how farmers should approach this costly but fruitful undertaking.

Growing the flowers of the Cape Peninsula in your garden: Part 1

The Cape's flowers contribute to the region's renowned biodiversity. In this first part of a two-part series, we look at some of the flowers found in the Cape Peninsula, and explain how you can grow them in your garden.

Good and bad effects of climate change on agricultural production

Natashia Qwabe, a research assistant at the Agricultural Research Council, writes about the shifting patterns of agricultural production due to climate change.

City projects in Canada aim to build food security through partnerships

Statistics released by AgriFood Analytics Lab predicts that the average family in Canada will spend much more on food in 2024 due to natural disasters like flooding and wildfires, which caused destruction in the agriculture sector last year.

Days of research for sake of research long gone

In a session that specifically focused on the research and development needs of the nine provinces during the Agricultural Research Council (ARC) and the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development’s joint conference north of Pretoria recently, it became clear that although there were some specific needs, there were many similar needs with regard to the priorities and key challenges.

Saudi Arabia lifts South African red meat ban after 20 years

After months of negotiations, the Saudi Food and Drug Administration opened the doors for export of red meat from South Africa

Relentless march of vrotpootjie

Warnings and guidance on how to control the destructive disease in wheatlands by rotational cropping. In certain of South Africa’s major producing areas, vrotpootjie or take-all has become a menace to wheat.

Prevention is better than cure: SA's most common pig diseases

In this article, we discuss some of the most common viral pig diseases in South Africa, and what farmers should do to prevent and/or treat these diseases to ensure a happy and healthy herd.

Wine industry struggles to remain sustainable

Dark clouds hovering over the wine industry pose threat to job creation, rural development and economic growth

Cowboys, cattlemen and blue jeans in the Old West

Historically, half overalls’ that lacked a bib and were dyed dark blue to hide the dirt have always been used as durable working clothes by cowboys and cattle farmers in the US

Wuhlf mulchers: stewards of the land

In the face of bush encroachment with invasive species threatening the natural flora, Wuhlf Equipment’s innovative machines come into play.

John Deere's 5080E and 5080EN revolutionising farming in SA

John Deere proudly introduces its latest power-packed duo on African soil for the first time, the 5080E and the 5080EN tractors. Their versatility extends over various tasks on your farm.