Farm Health
Africa’s agri value chains are quietly transforming
Ten years ago, millions of African farmers planted crops without a clear sense of where they would sell their harvests...
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Bredasdorp: Unrest threatens after pig deaths, quarantine
By Michelle van der Spuy, senior journalist at African Farming and Landbouweekblad Since a possible outbreak of African swine fever has recently been...
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African swine fever suspected in Bredasdorp
Recent pig deaths in Bredasdorp are most likely due to African swine fever (ASF). The Cape Agulhas Municipality has issued...
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Five new FMD cases confirmed on RMIS system
Five new cases of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) have been confirmed on the RMIS system in North West and Gauteng.
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Free State updates farmers on FMD disease management
The Free State Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has provided reassuring news regarding the ongoing management of foot-and-mouth disease...
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FMD: More than 250 outbreaks reported this year
According to the National Department of Agriculture’s records, a total of 255 foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) cases were reported in the...
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Workshops on the Blended Finance Scheme and Agro-energy Fund
The National Department of Agriculture is conducting a roadshow on Blended Finance Scheme and Agro-energy Fund. The first session of...
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Misinformation undermines the fight against FMD in SA
Smaller producers and communal farmers should prioritise implementing robust biosecurity practices, which include maintaining good hygiene, restricting animal movement, establishing...
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FMD: Backlog of about a month at laboratories
Laboratories that have to test blood samples for the possible occurrence of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) are about a month behind...
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Farmers are important partners in the fight against plant poachers
Farmers, landowners and the public can help conservation authorities combat the wave of endangered plant species poaching and protect biodiversity.
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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.