Tail docking: Striking a balance between welfare and management
Tail docking in sheep is still often influenced by breed standards and tradition. Dorper breeders, for instance, tend to dock ...
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Farming in a time of change
Change can strike like a bolt out of the blue. The farming world in general has never been quick to ...
Merino ram for King Letsie III
King Letsie III of Lesotho attended Heuningkrans Merino’s 49th production auction in the Smithfield district on Thursday 27 February and ...
The future of extensive vs intensive farming
The trend is shifting away from extensive, natural farming systems to intensive operations where animals are fed from a bag. While ...
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.