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The Many Rewards of Game Farming in the Karoo
Game animals have brought a new dimension to farm life in the arid Karoo. Roelof Bezuidenhout spoke to Neil Dodds and Rob Hobson, two farmers from Jansenville, who have combined game with small stock.
A Concise History of Hydroponics
While hydroponic farming has been around since the Middle Ages, many developments over the years have made it far more efficient and affordable. Prof Gert Venter explains.
Global Food Demand And Prices To Decrease Over Next Decade
The “Agricultural outlook 2017-2026” report, compiled by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, as well as the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization, forecasts that over the next decade, demand for agricultural products will slow considerably, causing real prices of most agricultural and fish commodities to follow a slightly declining trend, thereby keeping them below previous peaks.
Townie Sport, Politics & Sharks
After golf, my next-best event to watch on TV is F1 Grand Prix.
Getting Started With Bananas (1)
To turn banana farming into a profitable venture, production must be well planned.
Dairy BLUP Basics
Best Linear Unbiased Prediction (BLUP) brings together many aspects of animal breeding, and provides the most accurate and precise genetic evaluations possible.
Hippo Mills Turns 90!
The Hippo hammer mill was launched at the 1928 Pietermaritzburg Royal Show. Joe Spencer takes a closer look at the company.
Consider This Before Investing In Desalination
Desalination is an increasingly attractive tool to mitigate drought-associated risks. Gerrit van der Merwe and Hermias Nieuwoudt spoke to Glenneis Kriel about some important factors to take into consideration before installing a filtering plant.
Becoming A Motorcyclist: Part 1
On a farm, a motorcycle is a substitute for a horse. There is no doubt that motorcycling is dangerous, but you have certain advantages over driving a car.
Townie - Jacky Penny's obituary
Tragically, my much-loved Jack Russell, Penny, died a few days ago.
Irrigating Your Crop
The water-holding capacity of the growing medium determines how often and how much to irrigate.
SA Hunting Poised For Growth
Arthur Rudman, veteran game rancher and member of the Professional Hunters’ Association of South Africa and Wildlife Ranching South Africa, speaks to Roelof Bezuidenhout about the future of the hunting industry in this country and across the continent.
Wheat Industry Plan Gains Momentum
In 2012, South Africa’s wheat industry launched the Wheat Industry Plan to alleviate the country’s dependence on grain imports. Andries Theron, chairperson of Grain SA’s winter cereals working group, spoke to Glenneis Kriel about progress made with implementing the plan.
A Call For Integrated Research
54 YEARS AGO In this report, Prof H.O. Monnig, former chairperson of the South African Science Advisory Council, explained the importance of co-operation between universities and research councils.
The R5 Million Racing Pigeon
Golden Prince, currently the most expensive pigeon in the world, is owned by two South African fanciers. Thomas Smit reports.
Grain & Oilseed: Too Much In The Silo, Too Little In The Bank
The Rabobank agricultural commodity report is a useful tool for helping farmers plan production around expected global commodity prices. According to the 2018 report, commodity prices for grains and oilseeds are likely to remain under pressure due to continued global oversupply of these commodities, and other factors.
No Quick Recovery For Game Prices
High supply, low demand and the impact of the drought on income and production costs has resulted in the recent downward trend in the prices for game animals. Denene Erasmus reports.
Aquaponics: How To Get Plumper, Healthier Fish
If you want to grow plants and decent-sized fish, the first step is to get rid of those plastic circular bins.
Small-Herd Stud Farming Is BIG Business In Canada
Small commercial beef producers and stud breeders make up a large and valuable part of Canada’s cattle value chain. While in Alberta, Gerhard Uys, who recently visited Farmfair International, a Canadian agricultural show, visited three farming families that run small, profitable commercial herds.
More About African Horse Sickness
Thanks to medical advances, the prognosis of this feared disease has improved, says Dr Mac.
Fine Arabian Horses Need Lots Of Loving Attention
Fine Arabian Horses Need Lots Of Loving Attention
Climate Change Has No Benefits
Climate Change Has No Benefits
Growing Global Appetite Boosts Animal Protein Production
According to Rabobank’s 2018 Animal Protein Outlook, animal production is growing globally, while local production and demand echoes international trends.
Politicians And Jan Are Both Burning Me Up!
Politicians And Jan Are Both Burning Me Up!
Pay A Bit Extra, Get A Lot More
Pay A Bit Extra, Get A Lot More
Fighting Disease With Genetic Engineering
20 JANUARY 1989
Spot Disease-Resistant Roosters
Spot Disease-Resistant Roosters
EU Supports South Africa Suspending Its Citrus Exports
EU Supports South Africa Suspending Its Citrus Exports
Boer Goat Facts And Figures
The Boer goat, which is bred primarily for meat, is farmed very effectively in combination with cattle due to its browsing ability and its limited impact on the grass cover.
Online Auction: Game Changer In South Africa's Pork Market
The online trading platform, Trigga Trader, is disrupting the way in which pork is sold by enabling farmers to sell their produce to the highest bidder. Walter Frey, the founder of Trigga Trader, spoke to Glenneis Kriel about the advantages the platform offers to both buyers and sellers.