Farmer's Weekly - February 09, 2024
Farmer's Weekly - February 09, 2024
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In this issue
Huge commercial potential for alpaca production in South Africa. How a citrus company manages to stand out in a crowded market. Getting an irrigation system to suit your crop, climate and soil. Dedication, hard work and good support are a recipe for success for award-winning farmworker. Frequent flooding in KZN will be the new reality if action is not taken.
Getting the full picture of the KZN floods
Prof Hope Magidimisha-Chipungu of the University of KwaZulu-Natal and an expert in urban planning explains why the KZN floods are so devastating and what can be done to deal with damaging weather events.
3 mins
ABC of highveld lucerne
It can be one of the most profitable of crops if you know what you are doing.
3 mins
KZN floods put pressure on farmers
Agriculture was not spared during the recent flooding in KwaZulu-Natal, which left large parts of the province devastated last month, writes Jyothi Laldas.
3 mins
COP28 less anti-animal than previous meetings
The role of agriculture, including the livestock sector as part of the solution to climate change, was clearly recognised at COP28.
3 mins
Branded fruit has ever more value in a high-volume market
In 2023, mandarin brand ClemenGold celebrated its 20th anniversary, quashing sceptics and proving that fruit branding does provide good returns. Lindi Botha spoke to Nico van Schalkwyk, marketing executive at Fruitalyst, the company behind the marketing of ClemenGold, about why this brand continues to be successful in a crowded citrus market.
6 mins
What 2024 has in store for global cotton and wool production
While the outlook for cotton and wool in terms of global trade and production is not looking very promising in terms of growth, a large decline is also not expected.
4 mins
Former seasonal worker wins top farming award
Vivian Jakobs of Crispy Farming recently won the Western Cape Agri Prestige Awards Competition of 2023. Glenneis Kriel went to find out more about this inspiring farm manager.
4 mins
Why alpaca is a good choice for South Africa
While most commonly produced in South America, the alpaca's grazing habits and adaptability to diverse climates make it an attractive option for farmers wishing to diversify production, reports Janine Ryan.
5 mins
Get the most from your irrigation system
Water is a big determinant of the success of a crop. But far more than just availability, how water is applied, when, and how much, is nothing short of a science. Lindi Botha spoke to experts about how an irrigation system should be approached for best results.
8 mins
Zoonotic diseases: Part 2
In the second part of this series on zoonosis, we look at the world's most notorious zoonotic disease: rabies.
5 mins
Farmer's Weekly Magazine Description:
Publisher: CTP Limited t/a Farmer’s Weekly
Category: Business
Language: English
Frequency: 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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