10 Things You Should Know About Breeding & Farming Southdown Sheep In South Africa
Southdown sheep, known for their distinctive appearance and excellent meat quality, have gained popularity among farmers in South Africa. With their compact size, easy handling, and efficient conversion of pasture…
10 Things You Should Know About Breeding & Farming SA Hereford Cattle In South Africa
South African Hereford cattle are renowned for their adaptability, hardiness, and excellent meat quality. With their distinctive red-and-white markings and docile temperament, Hereford cattle have become a popular choice for…
Adverse weather dampens crops outlook for 2023/24 production season.
Following a relatively good start to the 2023/24 crop season with good rains which saw farmers increasing their planted area for summer crops by 1.2% y/y to 4.4 million hectares,…
10 Things You Should Know About Breeding & Farming Walrich-Merino Sheep In South Africa
Walrich-Merino sheep, a distinctive breed developed in South Africa, have gained recognition for their exceptional wool quality, robustness, and adaptability to various farming conditions. As a breed prized for both…
10 Things You Should Know About Breeding & Farming Sanganer Cattle In South Africa
Sanganer cattle, originating from India, have become a notable breed in South Africa due to their adaptability, resilience, and suitability for various agricultural practices. With their unique characteristics and versatility,…
10 Things You Should Know About Breeding & Farming SA Mutton Merino Sheep In South Africa
South African Mutton Merino (SA Mutton Merino) sheep are a renowned breed prized for their exceptional meat and wool production capabilities. Originating in South Africa, these sheep have gained popularity…
10 Things You Should Know About Breeding & Farming Hugenoot Cattle In South Africa
Hugenoot cattle, also known as Afrikaner cattle, are a prized breed in South Africa, renowned for their hardiness, adaptability, and excellent meat quality. As interest in sustainable farming practices and…
Strategic planning and enhanced efficiencies are the antidotes SA farmers need to rising costs
Farmers in South Africa are among the business owners who are often hardest hit by the compounding pressures of domestic economic challenges and international turmoil. The current environment is fraught…
10 Things You Should Know About Breeding & Farming Senepol Cattle In South Africa
Senepol cattle, renowned for their heat tolerance, docile temperament, and superior meat quality, have garnered attention among cattle breeders in South Africa. Originating from the Caribbean island of St. Croix,…
10 Things You Should Know About Breeding Minorka Chicken In South Africa
Minorca chickens, with their distinctive appearance and commendable egg-laying capabilities, have gained popularity among poultry enthusiasts in South Africa. These birds, known for their elegant stature and prolific egg production,…
10 Things You Should Know About Breeding & Farming Nguni Sheep In South Africa
Nguni sheep, indigenous to South Africa, are a unique and hardy breed known for their adaptability to diverse environments and resistance to various diseases. These sheep play a crucial role…
10 Things You Should Know About Breeding & Farming Holstein-Friesland Cattle In South Africa
Holstein-Friesian cattle, renowned for their high milk production and exceptional dairy qualities, are a popular choice among dairy farmers in South Africa. With proper management and breeding practices, these cattle…
