Farmer's Weekly - 5+12 April 2024
Farmer's Weekly - 5+12 April 2024
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In dieser Angelegenheit
How an Eastern Cape miniature horse breeder built up his stud. When West Africa was the global hub of palm oil production. Tips for adopters of renewable power in agriculture. In-service training offers hope to school leavers. Crops Series-Part 3
Why soya bean is a popular crop in SA
Red gold: palm oil in West Africa
Pauline von Hellermann, a senior lecturer of Anthropology at the University of London, describes how palm oil came to be a highly prized energy source in West Africa and how the region's 'red gold' empire ended.
5 mins
South Africa's localisation policy needs a nuanced approach
With the elections now fixed for 29 May, we have come to the end of another five-year cycle in both politics and policymaking. Global disruptors such as the COVID-19 lockdown, geopolitical instability and soaring international freight rates make the past five years a bit difficult to assess.
3 mins
Unique branding to curb livestock theft
A new KZN agriculture department project aims to help put an end to stock theft, writes Jyothi Laldas.
3 mins
Concern as invasive fish species takes over Illinois waters
The US Fish and Wildlife Service recently released a report that showed that invasive species of fish had cost the country trillions of dollars over the past 60 years.
1 min
Spotlight on new pome fruit cultivars
New varieties of apples were presented to various stakeholders at an exhibition, writes Glenneis Kriel.
2 mins
Citrus growers now responsible for own packaging
Citrus Research International (CRI) has taken a step back from accrediting packaging for citrus growers, allowing each to make their own decisions around quality and pricing.
1 min
SAVC president to serve on global veterinary body
The president of the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC), Dr Nandipha Ndudane, has been elected to represent Africa on the World Veterinary Association (WVA) council from 2024 to 2026.
1 min
Partnership to boost emerging farmers
A new initiative aims to empower developing farmers in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal and help them transition into small-scale commercial farms.
2 mins
SA economy not (yet?) in a recession
While the country narrowly missed a recession in the fourth quarter of 2023, the agriculture sector, although hampered by load-shedding, among other factors, has shown limited growth.
2 mins
Frequently asked questions about warnings to staff
It is vital for employers to grasp the nature of warnings and the impact they can have on employees' behaviour, as well as the consequences of issued warnings in the workplace.
3 mins
Measures to protect trade and food security
Although there has been extensive planting of staple crops, dry conditions have been increasing in many parts of SA, necessitating some precautionary steps to ensure the food supply chain.
3 mins
Renewable energy: the future of agriculture?
With load-shedding set to stay in the near term, farmers are being forced to invest in renewably energy options. Cobus du Plessis takes a look at some of these.
7 mins
Bridging the gap between on-farm school leavers and the job market
Brian Berkman reports that a chain of upmarket hotels is talent-scouting in the agriculture sector, looking for school leavers with the potential to train for exciting positions in the hospitality industry and tourism.
3 mins
An award-winning miniature horse stud in the Eastern Cape
Don't be mistaken: the South African Miniature Horse is not a toy breed but a well-balanced, hardy animal, and if all reference to size were eliminated, would have the same conformational proportions than other full-sized light breeds. Annelie Coleman spoke to the Naudés, who run the Eduan Miniature Horse Stud.
6 mins
What 2024 has in store for soya bean
In this article, Zunel van Eeden delves into the socioeconomic and agronomic benefits associated with soya bean production, while also addressing the persistent challenges posed by insect pests and diseases that have threatened harvests over the season and which have impacted many producers.
8 mins
Fodder flow planning for success
In order for beef farmers to remain profitable in terms of cow calf operations, it is critical to manage costs on farm level, says Henco Leicester of Cargill Animal Nutrition.
4 mins
Starting a small-farm vegetable project: Part 3
Bill Kerr addresses nutrient deficiency and some common vegetable pests.
2 mins
The battle of the blades
In this article, Husqvarna explains the difference between automowers, ride-on mowers and traditional mowers to determine which is best for you.
2 mins
Are you deworming your horse too often?
Recent research reveals emerging anthelminthic resistance in equines and intenstinal parasite mutation
2 mins
Egg-in-a-hole bagel stuffed with avo and bolognaise
Continue celebrating the beginning of the avocado season with this avocado and bolognaise bagel!
2 mins
Brood parasites of the bird world
About 1% of bird species on earth are brood parasites that lay eggs in the nests of other species and outsource their parenting duties. Mike Burgess unpacks the dynamics of this exploitative breeding technique.
3 mins
Stay in romantic cabins and commune with nature at the foot of the Outeniqua
Brian Berkman says this forested hideaway feels very remote but ArendsRus is close enough to George to also enjoy the many other nearby attractions.
4 mins
Farmer's Weekly Magazine Description:
Verlag: CTP Limited t/a Farmer’s Weekly
Kategorie: Business
Sprache: English
Häufigkeit: Weekly
Farmer’s Weekly is an agricultural magazine based in South Africa, targeting the whole of Southern Africa. The magazine is committed to advancing the interests of the region’s farmers and its agricultural industry by serving as a mouthpiece for the industry and by keeping its readers informed of the latest developments in the agricultural sector.
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