Farmer's 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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Farmer's Weekly

‘Destroy SA’s rhino horn stockpile to prevent illegal trading’ • Despite a global ban on the buying and selling of rhino horn since 1977, the South African government and owners of private rhino reserves continue to stockpile it, writes ecologist and mammal conservation researcher Jason Gilchrist. He believes that the key to saving the rhino is a reduction in demand for its horn.

Pig farming • 19 to 23 August, George

Local wineries and hospitality enterprises collaborate to beautify their community

TRENDING IN AGRICULTURE

Mass bottling of South African honey

Mixed agricultural economic performance in South Africa in the first half of 2024 • AGRIBUSINESS PERSPECTIVE

SA’s government of national unity: the electorate has spoken • POLITICAL PERSPECTIVE

WEEKLY NEWS WRAP

Water rights a crucial factor in valuing land

Eastern Cape agriculture braces for recession

Mixed reactions to agri budget vote speech

FSA raises safety, security matters with new MEC

Western Cape on high alert for foot-and-mouth

Agri investment group sells two pome fruit farms

Russia’s breadbasket battling to save harvest from extreme weather

Indian project to boost sustainability

World in brief

Sustainability is a priority for farmers - research

New science to improve cattle selection traits

Climate change projections for Southern Africa

Bringing animal care to Eastern Cape farmers

Rural NorthWest farmers benefit from ire training

Zimbabwe’s aspirations for 2024/25 crop season

Namibia s Agribank announces drought relief

Veld fires and frost affect vegetable supplies to markets • In this article, Absa AgriBusiness analyses recent fresh produce market trends, highlighting the supply-side factors that are impacting volumes and prices, including crop damage.

Whatever it is, make your product stand out from the others • Whether you are a small, medium, or large farmer, you can differentiate your products and your business. Obliterate from your mind the myth that differentiation is only possible for some farmers, says Peter Hughes.

Important factors to understand before marketing livestock • Many communal farmers are not aware of prevailing market dynamics and livestock pricing structures, and this can cost them dearly when selling their animals, says Shane Brody.

Tilapia: the African fish that's popular the world over • No fish has made as big of an impact on the global aquaculture industry as the tilapia has. Aquaculture specialist Leslie Ter Morshuizen, owner of Aquaculture Solutions, writes about this highly sought-after fish, which he has come to describe as the 'aquatic chicken'.

Know your rights: inspections by the labour department • Labour inspectors conduct inspections throughout the year, and employers must ensure compliance with the relevant labour legislation, writes Anneline Scriven.

The essentials of orchard planning • Planting a new orchard requires significant upfront capital. It is also a long-term commitment that may only give you a return on investment after at least three years. Magda du Toit spoke to farmers to learn more.

Key factors for achieving successful production under nets • Agriculture has seen countless innovations over the centuries, one of which is the use of shade netting to protect...