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Bird flu: ‘Disaster looming in the egg industry’
Highly contagious bird flu is wreaking havoc in the egg industry and could soon lead to empty shelves in northern...
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Economy: ‘More tough years ahead, but people need to eat’
Farmers’ playing field is “rough” but people still need to eat, says agricultural economist Prof Johan Willemse.
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Here’s what you can expect in African Farming
In the next episode of African Farming, we meet TUT lecturer and farmer Dimpho Xaba, who farms with wheat, maize,...
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Six busiest border posts to be upgraded
The government aims to reduce congestion and delays at South Africa’s busiest border posts with the help of the private...
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Groundnut cultivars from the US tested locally
The dream of a large number of new groundnut cultivars with high yields is becoming a reality. And one of...
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Farmers struggle to afford diesel price increase
The latest diesel price rise is a significant setback for farmers, coming at a time when they must keep their...
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Feed shortage hits North West after wildfires
Since the beginning of August, more than 450 000 hectares have burnt in North West, and fodder donations are being...
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Five rules for success when times are hard
While South African farmers’ face “rough and uncomfortable” challenges, their competitors have an almost perfect playing field. That’s why agricultural...
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Manufacturer of glass containers invests billions in SA
Ardagh Glass Packaging Africa, formerly Consol Glass, has invested R3.3 billion in the manufacturing of glass containers in South Africa...
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Listeriosis: Better training, systems needed in the red meat industry
More training among farmers and better systems in the larger red meat value chain are necessary to tackle the listeriosis...
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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.