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Farmer's Weekly
Length of hind hooves can influence soundness in horses
The contribution of the hind hooves to overall soundness, neglected until now, has been highlighted in a new study. Dr Mac reports.
2 min |
Farmer's Weekly 10 March 2023
Farmer's Weekly
The ever-evolving Swiss chard
Swiss chard is a highly variable, nutrient-rich vegetable whose leaves can be eaten either fresh or after storage, says Bill Kerr.
2 min |
Farmer's Weekly 10 March 2023
Farmer's Weekly
Sunflower and soya bean cultivars you can count on
Pannar’s formidable sunflower and soya bean packages have been enhanced with several new cultivars that deliver superior genetics, resilience and yield.
2 min |
Farmer's Weekly 10 March 2023
Farmer's Weekly
An overview of global cherry production
While South Africa isn’t a significant producer of cherries, farmers here can learn many important lessons from their international counterparts, which include Turkey and Chile. Janine Ryan reports.
5 min |
Farmer's Weekly 10 March 2023
Farmer's Weekly
Mashona: small in stature, big in value
Zimbabwe's indigenous Mashona cattle are renowned for their outstanding productivity and ability to survive under even the most extreme conditions. Maree Osborne, chairperson of the Mashona Cattle Society of Zimbabwe, spoke to Annelie Coleman about this remarkable breed of beef cattle.
6 min |
Farmer's Weekly 10 March 2023
Farmer's Weekly
Why sexed semen is ideal for emerging cattle farmers
In a recent study, Luther Magopa of the Agricultural Research Council, along with other researchers, looked at the possibility and benefits of using sexed semen in emerging or small-scale cattle production.
6 min |
Farmer's Weekly 10 March 2023
Farmer's Weekly
Is fire really the answer to bush encroachment?
A 10-year study conducted in Kruger National Park by scientists from South African National Parks, Stellenbosch University and Harvard University has shown that high-density fires do not have a long-term effect on the scourge of bush encroachment.
4 min |
Farmer's Weekly 10 March 2023
Farmer's Weekly
The mollusc menace
Arnold du Preez, owner of Snail and Slug Solutions, warns that the surge in slug and snail populations will prove a major threat to agriculture unless farmers tackle the problem proactively. He spoke to Glenneis Kriel.
6 min |
Farmer's Weekly 10 March 2023
Farmer's Weekly
Conventional or 'regenerative' farming?
Regenerative agriculture might be a hot topic, but there is no clear definition of what the practice entails, says soil scientist Dr Neil Miles. Also, one has to wonder just how bad’ conventional farming practices really are.
4 min |
Farmer's Weekly 10 March 2023
Farmer's Weekly
'SA fruit walks a tightrope with BRICS alignment'
South Africa‘s citrus industry , in particular, could come under pressure if the country does not take heed of its international political alignments, according to industry stakeholders.
2 min |
Farmer's Weekly 3 February 2023
Farmer's Weekly
Fresh produce prices look set to continue rising during 2023
The prices of most fresh produce categories, tomatoes being the exception, increased dramatically over the past year. Absa AgriBusiness discusses this and other trends in the marketplace.
3 min |
Farmer's weekly 3 March 2023
Farmer's Weekly
Five devices set to revolutionise agriculture
Justin Platt, founder and CEO of regenerative farming companies Zylem SA and RegenZ, looks at the key technologies affecting agriculture.
2 min |
Farmer's weekly 3 March 2023
Farmer's Weekly
The importance of timing in your farming operation
You may know all that’s necessary about growing a crop, but if your timing is off, your profits will suffer severely, says Bill Kerr.
2 min |
Farmer's weekly 3 March 2023
Farmer's Weekly
Bridging the Great Fish River
An almost 150-year-old iron bridge over the Eastern Cape’s Great Fish River is a fine example of British civil engineer Joseph Newey’s contributions to bridge building in South Africa during the 19th century, writes Mike Burgess.
3 min |
Farmer's weekly 3 March 2023
Farmer's Weekly
Explaining the January 2023 drought 'anomaly'
Dr Johan Malherbe, a researcher in soil, climate and water at the Agricultural Research Council, explores the effect of a very dry January on the rest of the planting season.
5 min |
Farmer's weekly 3 March 2023
Farmer's Weekly
Perseverance: to stud-farming the key success
Bonsmara stud manager Sizo Tshabalala believes there is a lesson to be learnt from every challenge. He spoke to Lindi Botha about how his passion for farming and determination to succeed have helped him overcome every obstacle he has faced on his journey to achieving his agricultural dreams.
6 min |
Farmer's weekly 3 March 2023
Farmer's Weekly
Living off the land, thanks to diversification
Producing a variety of crops and livestock has enabled Tabby Robertshaw and her partner to realise their dream of homesteading. She spoke to Glenneis Kriel about the hard work they have put into the venture.
8 min |
Farmer's weekly 3 March 2023
Farmer's Weekly
Prevention can outsmart pests and diseases
Successful pest and disease management depends on scouting and monitoring crops. Magda du Toit spoke to a major citrus producer, as well as pest-control experts from various organisations.
9 min |
Farmer's weekly 3 March 2023
Farmer's Weekly
Beef and wine in South Korea: big for SA exporters opportunities
South Korea has been touted by many agricultural economists and other industry role players as a burgeoning market for South African agricultural trade.
5 min |
Farmer's weekly 3 March 2023
Farmer's Weekly
Pulses: an important part of the food system
Dr Nadia Radzman, a research associate in plant biology at the University of Cambridge in the UK, speaks about nutrient-packed pulses and the vital role they play in food security.
3 min |
Farmer's weekly 3 March 2023
Farmer's Weekly
The multi-talented magnate who helped to lay the foundation of SA's sugar industry
Sir James Liege Hulett was a pioneer, philanthropist and politician who left his legacy spread across the sprawling sugar cane fields of KwaZulu-Natal, and achieved much else besides. Graham Jooste tells his story.
4 min |
24 February 2023
Farmer's Weekly
A relaxed, pet-friendly yet luxurious hotel in the heart of Cape Town
More and more hotels are allowing guests to bring their pet dogs along for the stay. The SunSquare Cape Town Gardens is among these, and offers a delightful stay for humans, too!
3 min |
24 February 2023
Farmer's Weekly
A safe family home on a farm in KZN
Dear Jonno, I’ve bought a derelict farm in KwaZulu-Natal and need your help to make it liveable for a city slicker.
1 min |
24 February 2023
Farmer's Weekly
Mango upside-down cake
Fans of pineapple upside-down cake will love the bursts of fresh mango flavour in this twist on the original recipe.
1 min |
24 February 2023
Farmer's Weekly
Mahindra launches the all-new Scorpio-N
The Scorpio-N nomenclature was carefully chosen to represent the claim that this vehicle raises the game to 'the power of N'.
2 min |
24 February 2023
Farmer's Weekly
Removal of waste in stables
With its implications for health, waste removal is a key aspect of management. It requires proper planning and a well-designed system that allow the task to be done quickly and efficiently, says Dr Mac.
2 min |
24 February 2023
Farmer's Weekly
VEGETABLES Potato growing for new farmers: Part 1
The potato is 99,9% fat-free, and yet it's a nutrient-dense food and an important dietary staple in more than 130 countries. Growing it isn't as labour-intensive as you might think, says our veggie expert, Bill Kerr.
3 min |
24 February 2023
Farmer's Weekly
Production tips from a top pome fruit farm
Attention to detail has helped Welgemeen Boerdery achieve top honours for its Golden Delicious and Kanzi apples, and Abate Fetel pears. Hannes and Sakkie Hanekom explained their approach to Glenneis Kriel.
9 min |
24 February 2023
Farmer's Weekly
How soil can benefit from livestock farming
Despite the common narrative regarding the negative effects that animal agriculture has on the planet and its climate, livestock are, in fact, important components in the maintenance of soil health.
5 min |
24 February 2023
Farmer's Weekly
A silver bullet to protect your herds and flocks
Silver hydrogen peroxide is a stable disinfectant with numerous purposes, says Douglas Spinas of Peroxsil Ag+ at Phend Pharmaceuticals.
5 min |