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Farmer's Weekly
Estimating Farm-level GHG Emissions: Part 2
In order to adopt good management strategies, farmers need to estimate the greenhouse gas emissions that are produced by their farms, says Roelof Bezuidenhout.
2 min |
June 21, 2019
Farmer's Weekly
The ABC Of Turning Waste Into A Resource
Industrial-scale wood recycling offers numerous benefits to clients, including clearing invasive trees and vegetation and providing usable biomass.
1 min |
June 21, 2019
Farmer's Weekly
Capsicum Seed And Bacterial Spot
Capsicum seed bought from a seed company is usually free of bacterial diseases.
2 min |
June 21, 2019
Farmer's Weekly
Farmer Tests Game Export Market
This article explored the economic viability of game farming as a separate concern.
2 min |
June 21, 2019
Farmer's Weekly
Tips For Top-quality Irrigation Water For Intensive Cropping
Growers of irrigated crops need to have access to properly treated irrigation water. Mike Kruger, owner of Top Crop Nursery, explains how he uses flocculation and chlorination to maximise the safety of the water he sources from the nearby Umgeni River. Lloyd Phillips reports.
4 min |
June 21, 2019
Farmer's Weekly
Putting The Punch Into Dragon Fruit
Dragon fruit’s peculiar appearance and exotic name are enough to make anyone take a second look. But beyond novelty appeal, the fruit holds considerable promise for South African producers. Lindi Botha visited Howard Blight at his nursery near Tzaneen to learn about this remarkable crop.
6 min |
June 28, 2019
Farmer's Weekly
The Athleticism Of The Arab
Arabs are not only beautiful, but also excel at many disciplines, including dressage and showjumping. They are well known for their stamina in endurance races and make exceptional horses for children, writes Dr Mac.
2 min |
June 28, 2019
Farmer's Weekly
Growing Good Carrots: Part 2
How to plant, fertilise and irrigate carrots to ensure a large, top-quality crop.
2 min |
June 28, 2019
Farmer's Weekly
How To Reduce The Risk Of Viruses
Seed is a potential source of viruses in capsicums.
2 min |
June 28, 2019
Farmer's Weekly
Quick Pork & Asparagus Stir-Fry
There’s real joy to be experienced in the production of this meal.
2 min |
June 28, 2019
Farmer's Weekly
Macadamia Production To Continue Strong Growth
South Africa is currently the world leader in macadamia production, but with the industry still experiencing buoyant growth, countries such as Australia, China and Kenya are fast gaining ground.
3 min |
October 26, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Game: Seeing The Bigger picture
Game rancher Dr Peter Oberem, founder of Afrivet, director of Wildlife Ranching SA and newly appointed director of the National Animal Health Forum, discussed the exporting of game meat and various health aspects of game ranching with Roelof Bezuidenhout.
5 min |
October 26, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Making Sense Of Aerial Imagery
Since its launch four years ago, agri tech company Aerobotics has been working on algorithms to improve the interpretation of aerial data. James Paterson, Andrew Sheard and Marloe van Niekerk spoke to Glenneis Kriel about the software.
4 min |
October 26, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Bathurst Pineapple Industry Set For Growth
A unique microclimate in the southern Eastern Cape has given rise to a niche cropping industry that requires intensive precisionproduction over a five- to seven-year cycle. Sabrina Dean paid a visit to large pineapple producer Mark Harris to find out more.
6 min |
October 26, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Bonsmara Breeders Team Up To Achieve 100% Sales Success
Due to its insistence on uncompromising quality, Frontier Bonsmaras in the Eastern Cape has sold every one of the bulls on offer at its annual sales over the past 12 years. Sabrina Dean joined the group on this year’s pre-sale tour to find out how the event fits into Frontier’s formula for success.
5 min |
Farmer's Weekly 2 November 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Growing Tomatoes: Part 1
Tomatoes are an important part of our diet, as well as being highly nutritious. Bill Kerr tells us more about this versatile fruit, and the varieties that are most suitable for growing at home.
2 min |
Farmer's Weekly 2 November 2018
Farmer's Weekly
When Six Is Better Than Four
Improvements have resulted in far more powerful four-cylinder tractor engines. But Case IH has bucked the trend, adding a six-cylinder engine to its Maxxum range.
2 min |
Farmer's Weekly 2 November 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Chicken Thighs With An Ancient Seasoning
The superb flavour of this quick and easy dish comes from an extremely old Middle Eastern seasoning, za’atar, that is still a mainstay in the region. For the chicken, use thighs rather than breasts; they are more succulent and offer superior flavour.
2 min |
Farmer's Weekly 2 November 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
Farmer's Weekly
Wind Farms: Huge Potential In South Africa, Big Opportunity For Farmers
Fickle power supply and ever-increasing tariffs are spurring South Africa’s agriculture sector to look at alternative sources of electricity. Jacobus Treurnich, the land rights manager of G7 Renewable Energies, spoke to Jeandré van der Walt about wind farms and the opportunities that farmers will have to rent out their land for wind-generated power.
5 min |
July 12, 2019
Farmer's Weekly
Digital Revolution Links Fresh Produce Farmers And Buyers
For those already using it, a newly launched and innovative online trading platform is reportedly revolutionising the way that South Africa’s fresh produce sellers and buyers conduct their typically time-sensitive and demanding trading with each other. HelloChoice’s co-founders explain how the platform works and its benefits to both sellers and buyers.
5 min |
July 12, 2019
Farmer's Weekly
The Future Of Boer Goats In South Africa
Boer goat stud breeders from across the country were in Bloemfontein at the start of May to participate in the annual Boerbok, Kalahari Red and Savanna World Show. Sabrina Dean spoke to Boer goat breeders Kobus Lötter, Andries Vollgraaff, Casper Byleveld and Lukas Burger about the current state of the Boer goat industry, and what the future holds for it.
5 min |
July 12, 2019
Farmer's Weekly
Glanders: What You Should Know
While glanders is no longer present in South Africa, it is still found in other regions and can be brought back into the country through the importation of equines, says Dr Mac.
2 min |
July 12, 2019
Farmer's Weekly
Save Money When Harvesting Coffee
The Coffee Express 200 Multi self-propelled coffee harvester is coming soon, says Joe Spencer.
2 min |
July 12, 2019
Farmer's Weekly
If They're Wild, They're Out
Johan Blomerus, a Free State Brahman breeder, selected his animals based on their temperament.
3 min |
July 12, 2019
Farmer's Weekly
The Cost Of Human Error On The Environment
Speaking at a technical information day hosted by the Dried Fruit Technical Services and Canning Fruit Producers’ Association, environmentalist Dave Pepler focused on individual responsibility in terms of climate change and damage to the environment.
4 min |
15 September 2017
Farmer's Weekly
Some Reasons To Celebrate
Crime has hit our community!
2 min |
March 2, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
The ‘Stolen' Pulpit And Pews: The Story Of An Eastern Cape Church
During the Anglo-Boer War, the NG Church in Adelaide, Eastern Cape, became the headquarters of the British garrison and suffered damage to its woodwork. Soon after the war, the church was adorned with a brand-new pulpit and pewss – by mistake!
2 min |
March 2, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
Dealing With Navicular Disease
This condition causes chronic lameness in both front legs of a horse. Although there is no cure, it can be managed with special shoeing and anti-inflammatory drugs, says Dr Mac.
2 min |
March 2, 2018
Farmer's Weekly
The Rear-Wheel-Drive Beam Axle
This type of axle is fitted to most trucks and SUVs. Jake Venter explores the advantages and disadvantages of various designs.
2 min |