A love of the land passed down the generations
By Lisa Witepski
Agriculture has always carried a certain amount of risk – but the growing reality of climate change means that small farmers are...
Estrus intensity’s role in maximizing cattle breeding success
Estrus is one of the most important indicators of whether a cow or heifer will be successfully bred. However, not all estrus cycles are...
Engineer follows his passion and builds a thriving agro-processing business
By Terrena Rathanlall
Transitioning from a stable corporate career to entrepreneurship is a bold move, and for many, it can be an uphill battle to...
Flood Ready … Big pumps deliver more
With weather extremes becoming more common, farming communities are becoming increasingly aware of the need to plan for flash floods and sustained rain events.
One...
Opinion piece: When farms burn
Theo de Jager
In a blink of an eye disasters can destroy family farms that have been established for generations. Hail storms, drought, floods, intense...
Evaluating the real digestibility of phosphates in feeds
Animal nutritionists encounter significant challenges in adjusting and optimizing their feed formulations. To ensure an accurate evaluation, it is essential to measure their pre-caecal...
Battling Mycotoxins in Poultry: How INBERG is Leading the Charge
In a world increasingly concerned with food safety, the issue of mycotoxins has emerged as a significant threat to both animal and human health....
New low carbon insulation made by farm workers could support rural economies, experts hope
The production of low carbon, plant-based insulating blocks by agricultural workers from farm materials could help to support rural economies and tackle labour shortages,...
Mooi river cattle and maize farmer crowned 2024 KZN Kwanalu young farmer of the...
The KwaZulu-Natal Agricultural Union, Kwanalu, is proud to announce that Mooi River Beefmaster cattle and maize farmer, Guy English, has been awarded the title...
PREO Fourth Round Africa Open Call Announcement
The Powering Renewable Energy Opportunities (PREO) programme has committed over £2 million in catalytic grant funding for its fourth round, supporting diverse innovative business...