Farmer's Weekly

Farmer’s Weekly is an agricultural magazine based in South Africa, targeting the whole of Southern Africa. The magazine is committed to advancing the interests of the region’s farmers and its agricultural industry by serving as a mouthpiece for the industry and by keeping its readers informed of the latest developments in the agricultural sector.

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Farmer's Weekly

The quest for healthy food • The global food system is not broken but its resilience is threatened, according to researchers looking for answers to the problems around nutritional quality and inequalities in the food chains.

Organic farming expo

Rietbron Youth Show an inspiration to all

What the system means to farmers

Errant municipalities are the biggest challenge facing agribusiness

WEEKLY NEWS WRAP

Citrus body emphasises vital role of freight trains

'National minimum wage is throttling agriculture'

Citrus growers fund helps propel sector forward

Assistance needed with research on praying mantis

Innovative Free State students win big • Innovation was on display at the Enactus South Africa National Exposition, held at the Sandton Convention Centre, with more than 700 youngsters attending, writes Jyothi Laldas.

Farmers advised to mitigate against veld fire risk

Namibia aims to grow international sheep exports

More sustainable red rice to make a comeback in Indian rice fields

Freak storm hits French harvests

World in brief

Two new Cape Wine Masters announced

Environmental manager killed by hippo at Kruger

South Coast hosts Agricultural Careers and Economic Opportunities Expo 2023 • KwaZulu-Natal learners were shown the many opportunities that exist in the sector, writes Jyothi Laldas.

Villiersdorp growers excel in best producer awards

Mohair market facing uncertainty

NWK asks Eskom to restore power to Lichtenburg

Agricultural equipment sales start to slow

Farmers optimistic after handover • An Eastern Cape wool association, which includes a sizeable amount of women and youngsters as members, received a generous donation from government recently, writes Jyothi Laldas.

Symposium a great opportunity for sommeliers

Strong funding for rural safety and security

Where local and global food inflation is heading and why • Global food inflation has eased, but uncertainty over crop yields could see food prices rising again. In South Afria, high production costs are keeping inflation firm. Absa AgriBusinness reports.

South Africa's dairy sector in trouble • Despite better producer and lower feed prices, milk production in this country remains under pressure. Chances of a recovery remain slim, says Dr Koos Coetzee.

Dismissal due to theft at the workplace • In cases involving the theft of significant amounts of money, employers must follow the provisions as outlined in Section 34(1) of the Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act, cautions Madeleine Ackermann.

We're stronger together - how collaborating with the right partners can help the agrisector thrive.

Nematode management starts with knowledge • Some species of nematodes, or roundworms, can become a serious problem, says Dr Driekie Fourie, technical product lead for Syngenta Seedcare in Africa and the Middle East. Magda du Toit reports.

FOCUS ON ANIMAL NUTRITION

What to consider when mixing your own feed • Mixing your own feed can save you money in the short term, but can also cost you in the long term if you do not pay attention to sourcing the optimal ingredients. Janine Ryan reports.

HOW TO AVOID RANCIDITY IN FEED

Feeding guideliness for various stages of production • Tara...