Inbreeding vs Linebreeding: Risks and Rewards for Local Herds
South African livestock farmers face constant pressure to improve herd quality while…
North West Province Reports 138 Foot and Mouth Disease Cases, Strengthens Vaccination and Control Measures
The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has confirmed 138…
Young Piggery Farmers Receive NQF Level 3 Training to Boost Productivity and Market Access
Young piggery farmers from seven municipalities in the Gert Sibande District gathered…
South Africa Deploys One Million Foot and Mouth Disease Vaccines to Protect Livestock and Food Security
South Africa has taken a decisive step in controlling the spread of…
Crossbreeding Strategies for South African Beef Farmers
South African beef farmers operate in a diverse and often unpredictable agricultural…
How to Maintain Body Condition Scores Year-Round
Maintaining optimal body condition scores (BCS) in livestock is essential for farm…
Brad O’Neill: Crafting a Legacy from Sugarcane to Premium Rum
Brad O’Neill, a third-generation sugarcane farmer from the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, has built…
Eastern Cape Strengthens Global Mohair Leadership with R21 Million Carding Machine
The Eastern Cape’s position as the global epicentre of mohair production took…
Limpopo Agriculture Leaders Engage Stakeholders to Shape the Future of Farming
The MEC of the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Ms. Nakedi…
Calf Mortality in South Africa: Causes and Prevention
Calf mortality remains a significant challenge for cattle farmers in South Africa,…
National Workshop Focuses on Protecting and Sustaining South Africa’s Agricultural Land
The National Department of Agriculture, in collaboration with the Eastern Cape Department…
Eastern Cape Hosts Intensive Small-Scale Dairy Workshop to Strengthen Local Farming
The Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture, in collaboration with the Agricultural Research…