Ask the vet: Brucellosis – what you should know
In the battle against Covid-19, vaccination against disease has received a further boost globally as a cornerstone of preventative healthcare. ...
Day: 12 April 2025
FARMER’S PLAN | Free wooden pallets improve nutrition management
Livestock farmer Hugh Ainslie has found an effective way to make full use of creep feeding in his Boer goat ...
The carbon credit debate
Amid the hype around sustainability, regenerative farming and carbon credits, several schemes – backed by huge amounts of international money ...
Former Estina Dairy Farm thrives under new leadership
The Estina Dairy Farm, once at the centre of South Africa’s state capture scandal involving R280 million in misappropriated funds, has ...
Myths – and truths – about animal breeding
At one time (actually not so long ago), stud breeders focused on breeding animals that could win prizes at shows. ...
Built for fields and freedom
In the heart of South Africa’s agricultural sector, resilience is the backbone of success. Farmers don’t just work the land ...
Established in 2020, African Farming aims to support black commercial farming in South Africa by providing informative and inspiring content and creating communication and education channels to help farmers develop and grow. Its initiatives include African Farming information days and workshops, which empower farmers – whether new or experienced – to build profitable and sustainable farming enterprises.