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

Trespassing on farms: the challenges and the solutions • A comprehensive campaign has been launched for the state to better apply relevant legislation against trespassers on farms, says Dr Theo de Jager, chairperson of the board at the Southern African Agri Initiative.

Pregnancy awareness in sheep & goats • 18 October, George

Commemorating 10 years of conservation efforts in the Northern Cape

An abattoir as up-to-date as any in the world

The effects of the recent drought are starting to bite consumers in Southern Africa • AGRIBUSINESS PERSPECTIVE

WEEKLY NEWS WRAP

Key challenges and opportunities for SA citrus

Botswana extension of citrus import ban a concern

Citrusdal farmers seek more support from government • Citrus farmers have made it clear that they will not survive another flood and have asked government to reinstate drainage and remove debris and sediment from the Olifants River, writes Glenneis Kriel.

Agri GDP drops due to drought, animal health issues

RCL's finances improve as load-shedding abates

New regulations could put crop protection on hold

Brazilian maize imports could ‘shake up’ SA market

What has led to the unparalleled rice shortage in Japan?

Sanctions boost Russian agriculture

World in brief

‘Fairtrade must adapt to global market dynamics’

Fierce competition among Pinotage elite

Bee management crucial for optimal yields - ARC

Sugar farmers face drought, high electricity costs

Conservation farming and biodiversity boost soil health and sustainability • A recent academic event focused on research into the links between soil biodiversity, soil health and sustainable agriculture, writes Glenneis Kriel.

Thinus van Zyl steps down as CEO of Agri Gauteng

Transnet's mixed performance shows in results

Namibia: a global leader in green hydrogen

New study aims to make wheat more disease resistant • A recent international study explains how bread wheat has helped to transform the ancient world on its path to becoming the iconic crop that today helps sustain a global population of eight billion.

Outlook for blueberry production and trade in the short term • This week, Absa AgriBusiness observes the current international environment for the blueberry market and delves into what drives market dynamics in the South African industry.

Do it Murphy's way: comprehensive preventive maintenance • I shudder when I hear someone say, ‘If it's not broken, don't fix it.’ It's an excuse for sloth and would have caused Murphy to have a heart attack, writes Peter Hughes.

Undertaking proper fencing work and maintenance • When constructing a fence on your farm, be sure to have solid anchors and properly plant, level and compact the fence support poles to ensure longevity, advises Shane Brody.

Minister has big plans for emerging and commercial farmers • DA leader and Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen spoke to Glenneis Kriel about his priorities for his department over the next five years, including an increased focus on biosecurity.

The benefits of recirculating aquaculture systems • A powerful set of attributes has established recirculating aquaculture systems as a cornerstone of global temperate fish farming, writes Leslie Ter Morshuizen, owner of Aquaculture Solutions.

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