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Farmer's Weekly
Tilapia Invasion Study: How You Can Help
Researchers conducting a study on the extent to which Nile tilapia have invaded South African rivers need farmers’ help.
2 min |
Farmer's Weekly 4 May 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Marketing Your Carrots
For long-term sustainability, a farmer has to provide carrots of consistently high quality so that customers can buy their produce with confidence.
2 min |
May 11, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Cattle - Dealing With Acaricide Resistance
Do you still find many ticks active on your cattle after dipping? You may have a resistance problem.
1 min |
May 11, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
EU Commission Bans Pesticides Harmful To Bees
The European Commission’s proposal to ban three key neonicotinoids from use on all outdoor crops was recently endorsed by EU member states, following research by the European Food Safety Authority that showed that most uses of these three neonicotinoid pesticides presented a risk to wild bees and honeybees.
1 min |
May 11, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Doing It Their Way: A Unique Farm-To-Fork Nguni Operation
Johan and Danita de Swardt, who became farmers after retiring from corporate careers, ensure profitably by supplying value-added beef directly to their clients. Chris Nel visited them on their farm, Damplaas, near Paul Roux in the eastern Free State.
5 min |
Farmers Weekly 18 May 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Using Nitrogen Smartly: Part 1
You can’t say nitrogen is the most important nutrient, as a deficiency of any of the essential nutrients will have a serious effect on your crop. However, the ‘temporary’ nature of the element and the many forms it takes do make it necessary to develop a good understanding of nitrogen.
2 min |
Farmers Weekly 18 May 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Prescription Or Participation?
Uncertainty over environmental management policy and a heavy-handed government approach are adversely affecting people and biodiversity.
2 min |
Farmers Weekly 18 May 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Severing The Umbilical Cord
As a rule, you should avoid tying off the umbilical cord after birth. However, if very heavy bleeding occurs, it’s time to act, advises Dr Mac.
2 min |
Farmers Weekly 18 May 2018
Farmer's Weekly
From Our Archives
Give them all a good start.
3 min |
19 May 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Virtual Irrigation Academy Aims to Teach Water Management Online
A website and visualised data make up the Virtual Irrigation Academy, which teaches farmers to develop effective irrigation infrastructure through soil monitoring. Siyanda Sishuba reports.
3 min |
19 May 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Grain Sellers Must Learn The 'pitch' To Close The Deal
According to Dr Dirk Strydom, Grain SA’s manager for grain economy and marketing, South Africa’s producers are technologically advanced, but lack marketing prowess. However, marketing opportunities abound, particularly in the volatile free market system. He spoke to Annelie Coleman.
4 min |
19 May 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Supplementary Feed in Dry Times
Ritlee has introduced an optional grinding attachment for the 225 model chipper.
1 min |
19 May 2017
Farmer's Weekly
New Landini Tractor Models On Show At Nampo 2017
Argo Tractors in Italy has redesigned its medium- and low-kilowatt Landini tractor ranges, replacing some of the old models already available from Argo Industrial in South Africa.
2 min |
19 May 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Labradors: Pets Or Working Dogs?
Many novice owners of this breed do not realise that ‘working dog’ and pet or show varieties may have very different traits, says Shane Brody.
2 min |
19 May 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Why Is My Horse Shaking Its Head?
Pathological head-shaking that interferes with normal activities such as riding and eating can be due to a number of factors. Fortunately, a process of elimination can determine the root cause, enabling an owner to deal with the problem.
2 min |
19 May 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Crop Trials Aim To Improve Forage Management Decisions
The provincial government’s Outeniqua Research Farm in the Western Cape is conducting trials to assist dairy farmers in making informed decisions when selecting forage crops. Sigrun Ammann spoke to Glenneis Kriel about the trials’ methods and objectives.
3 min |
26 May 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Setting Up A Viable Community Project
Viable community-based aquaculture projects could pave the way for growing this sector on the African continent.
2 min |
26 May 2017
Farmer's Weekly
The Benefits Of Farmers' Days And Agri Shows
Agricultural events such as shows and farmers’ days provide a wealth of information for farmers in particular and the public in general.
4 min |
26 May 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Investing In Animal Welfare Pays Off For German Piggery
With the welfare of farm animals under close scrutiny in Europe, farmers there are increasingly utilising technologies and systems that balance animals’ well-being with profitability. Lloyd Phillips recently toured a modern sow unit near Magdeburg in Germany to witness this approach first-hand.
6 min |
26 May 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Maximise Yield And Starch Content In Maize Silage
Maize silage is a commonly used stored fodder in South African dairy farming. The quantity and quality of the maize crop that goes into silage has a direct effect on milk production and dairy profitability. Grant Pringle, an agronomist with Pannar Seed, tells Lloyd Phillips how a farmer can get the best out of a silage maize crop by using the correct planting and management methods.
5 min |
26 May 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Growing Tea
Tea plants can be grown from seed, and are not difficult to propagate. Weed control and fertilising are both required to ensure a good yield.
2 min |
26 May 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Africa's Culture Of 'Agreement' Holds It Back
Prince Mashele, the executive director of the Centre for Politics and Research, argues that to achieve sustainable transformation, Africans must learn from other cultures, and incorporate those aspects that will take them forward.
4 min |
14 July 2017
Farmer's Weekly
From Our Archives
Plucking poultry with wax: quick and affordable
3 min |
14 July 2017
Farmer's Weekly
New Zealand's New Fatter, Healthier, Tastier Te Mana Sheep
A decade of intense research and development in New Zealand, involving geneticists, food technologists and more than 50 farmers, has led to a new breed of lamb that is claimed to offer improved health benefits, while retaining excellent flavour. Alan Harman reports.
3 min |
14 July 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Berries: Earning Profits And Changing Lives
Dr Birgit Andrag, a former dentist, runs a berry processing enterprise with her husband, Paul, on their family farm, By den Weg, near Stellenbosch in the Western Cape. What started out as a hobby has expanded into a steadily growing packing and processing business, which has empowered their farmworkers. Jeandré du Preez reports.
4 min |
14 July 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Measurement And Management: A Winning Combination
Conscientious management, and the effective use of technology, enabled the Western Cape’s Young Farmer of the Year for 2017, Johann Nel, to increase his dairy herd by 30%, and more than triple his sheep flock. He was also able to add Boer goats to his operation. All this was achieved within five-and-a-half years, and without buying or renting additional land. By Jeandré du Preez.
4 min |
14 July 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Spacing And Pruning Tomatoes
The spacing of your tomato plants will depend on the type of tomato being grown, and relevant proposed practices. Row spacing is not dependent on water or fertility, which can be managed, but on shading and practical management aspects.
2 min |
14 July 2017
Farmer's Weekly
The Chinese Motor Industry: A Growing Giant
There is no doubt that the general quality of Chinese vehicles has risen over the last decade. Six Chinese brands are in South Africa already, says Jake Venter.
2 min |
14 July 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Looking After Your New Puppy
In order to become healthy dogs, young puppies require care and guidance, says Shane Brody.
3 min |
14 July 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Starting With Dressage
Patience, gentleness and positive reinforcement are crucial for getting horse and rider to work together smoothly, says Kim Dyson. Here she offers simple, effective exercises to achieve this.
2 min |