Farmer's Weekly
Cotton Can Be More Profitable Than Maize!
Cotton production in North West can be extremely lucrative, according to Arno Janse van Vuuren, manager of agricultural management at agribusiness NWK. A comprehensive survey by the company shows that the province is well suited to cotton cultivation if production is managed effectively.
5 min |
November 16, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Continual Improvement: The Key To Successful Beef Production
KwaZulu-Natal beef farmer Rustin Shawe was recently crowned the province’s 2018 Young Farmer of the Year. He told Lloyd Phillips that planning strategically and then putting those plans into action had helped him take his already thriving farming business to even greater heights.
6 min |
November 16, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
New Thinking In Beef Cattle Breeding
Winners of the Agricultural Research Council’s Beef Performers Awards, Llewellyn Angus (2017 National Beef Cattle Improvement Herd) and Sanele Mbhele (2017 Emerging Beef Farmer), attended this year’s Beef Improvement Federation Symposium in the US. In part one of a two-part series, Llewellyn Angus shares his notes.
4 min |
November 09, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Making A Difference In Africa
Crop cultivation in sub-Saharan Africa is still largely carried out by hand. A Free State-based inventor is seeking to change that with his range of remarkable equipment.
3 min |
November 09, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Financing Models Now Make Technology More Affordable
Cost is one of the main reasons why farmers are struggling to adopt energy-saving technologies. Charl du Plessis, head of project development at Energy Partners Solar, spoke to Glenneis Kriel about the company’s solution to this problem and new developments in solar power.
5 min |
November 09, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
A Farmer's Big Pig Plan
Western Cape pig farmer Leandre Mitchley was named Top Smallholder Farming Entrepreneur at this year’s annual Female Entrepreneur Awards. Her success came after a slow start and a recent major setback, and is testimony to her resilience and discipline. Glenneis Kriel reports.
5 min |
November 09, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Kalahari Farmer
46 YEARS AGO A farmer in the normally dry Kalahari stunned his neighbours when he produced a bumper crop of watermelons, beans, maize, pumpkins and sunflower.
5 min |
November 2, 2018
Forbes Africa
Can Hunting Save Animals? A Big Cat Biologist Investigates...
Until alternatives are found, banning hunting is unrealistic and could cause more harm than good. Trophy hunting, if managed properly, can contribute to wildlife conservation
5 min |
February 2016
SquareRooms
How To Design Special Play Corners For Your Pets At Home
Discover the art of designing special play corners that cater to your furry friend's needs and enhance your living space.
2 min |
March 2024
SquareRooms
Is It A Good Idea To Sleep With Your Pet?
What's good, what's bad, and how to stay healthy
4 min |
March 2024
ASIAN Geographic
Understanding The Ocean's Biggest Fish
How one research team is using ultrasound and blood sampling techniques pioneered in Japan to study whale sharks in the wild off the Galápagos
8 min |
AG 159
ASIAN Geographic
The Shark Conservationist Who Helped Capture Jaws
After participating in the shoot that led to Hollywood's most famous shark scene, Valerie Taylor became a tireless defender of sharks and the marine environment. For ADEX Pixel Expo's "Generational Exchange", actress and ADEX Ambassador for Marine Conservation Hidy Yu talks to the Australian legend
6 min |
AG 159
ASIAN Geographic
Protecting The World's Biggest Eagle
The national bird of the Philippines is under threat of extinction from deforestation and human persecution
2 min |
AG 159
ASIAN Geographic
Saving Species On The Brink
There are two primary reasons underlying threats to wildlife in Southeast Asia: illegal wildlife trade resulting in population declines and rapid deforestation leading to large-scale loss of habitat.
4 min |
AG 159
ASIAN Geographic
Finding Harmony Between Humans And Elephants
How one non-profit organisation is encouraging alternative crops to reduce human-elephant conflict in Thailand
7 min |
AG 159
Muy Interesante España
'Viviendo con perros y niños'
Pinolia edita una guía parental para gestionar la convivencia familiar y aprovechar la influencia positiva de las mascotas en el desarrollo de los niños.
2 min |
Enero 2023
ASIAN Geographic
Top 6 Wildlife Spots In Singapore
Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve To Pulau Ubin
1 min |
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ASIAN Geographic
Climate Change: Borneo
With 222 species of mammals, 420 bird species and 15,000 types of plants, the forest of Borneo is almost twice as old as the Amazon Rainforest and has hosted an almost incomprehensible number of animal species for more than 130 million years.
5 min |
AG 06/2021 - 151
Pets Magazine
Pet Master Megastore Opens At Parkland Green
Besides the pets mega store, it comes with a water playground area, DIY grooming rooms, and a Gelato ice cream corner.
2 min |
December 2021 - February 2022
Pets Magazine
Icy Christmas Poles
Just perfect for the season – Christmas pupsicles for your BFF.
1 min |
December 2021 - February 2022
Pets Magazine
CHANGING OF THE GUARD
Adieu, Dr Jaipal and welcome, Ms Aarthi Sankar.
6 min |
December 2021 - February 2022
Pets Magazine
Black Soldier Fly Larvae Coming To A Dog Bowl Near You
MISSOURI, USA : “Help! There’s a fly in my soup” takes on a different meaning when it comes to the Black Soldier Fly Larvae (BSFL).
1 min |
December 2021 - February 2022
Pets Magazine
Yora: First Cat Food Made With Insect Protein
Sustainable cat food made from insect protein was introduced in the UK market in late September this year. Yora Pet Foods launched its first-ever complete-and-balanced formula featuring “the highest insect content of any cat food on the market” today at 62.5 percent.
1 min |
December 2021 - February 2022
Pets Magazine
Your Dog Understands You More Than You Think
Untrained stray dogs can understand human cues
2 min |
December 2021 - February 2022
Pets Magazine
How to Take Better Care of Your Pets' Sensitive Skin
The answer lies in the cleaning process itself.
3 min |
December 2021 - February 2022
Pets Magazine
Crochet A Sweet Dream Pet Basket
It’s the easiest and quickest DIY pet basket ever!
2 min |
December 2021 - February 2022
Pets Magazine
How To Pet-Proof Your Christmas Tree
Five quick and easy tips to ensure a peaceful yuletide.
3 min |
December 2021 - February 2022
Pets Magazine
Miniature Schnauzer: Mighty Mini
The Mini is not a couch potato for sure. This spirited dog was originally developed to exterminate rats on farms!
4 min |
September - November 2021
Pets Magazine
Saltwater Aquariums: A Thing of Beauty
It’s a lot more work than a freshwater aquarium. However, with the right knowledge and quality equipment, you’ll have a successful saltwater aquarium in no time.
4 min |
September - November 2021
Pets Magazine
How To Pick The Right Food For Your Pet!
A comprehensive guide to picking the right food for your pet.
6 min |