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Basic vaccination and health protocols for pigs - Farmer's Weekly
Feb 28, 2024 · Unlike farming or production programmes where livestock species such as sheep, cattle and goats are farmed expansively or on wide open spaces compromised of pastures or grazing rangelands, pigs are usually produced in intensive environments such as purpose-built piggeries, sties, or even enclosed sheds.
Surplus piles up for cannabis farmers due to market challenges
Sep 24, 2024 · Government has expedited hemp permits for farmers and has issued 1 100 since cannabis was declared an agricultural crop in 2021. However, little attention is being paid to the rest of the value chain, resulting in an abundance of biomass for which there is no market.
The importance of soil health in sustainable agriculture
Oct 4, 2024 · As the effects of climate change become more pronounced, the role of soil health in enhancingagricultural resilience cannot be overstated. Dr Hendrik Smith, conservation agriculture facilitator atASSET Research, and Prof Gerhard du Preez, associate professor at North-West University, spoke to Sinenhlanhla Mncwango about the basics of …
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TWK Agri CEO shares turnaround strategy - Farmer's Weekly
Apr 12, 2024 · READ Tips for running a farm’s finances in tough times. Important stakeholders like financing institutions had lost trust in us. The profits were historically good, but at that time, nothing seemed promising to return to profitability or achieve sustainable growth.
Lucerne for beginners – part 1 - Farmer's Weekly
Jul 29, 2014 · Lucerne (Medicago sativa) is also known as ‘alfalfa’, which means ‘best fodder’ – and this says it all. Lucerne is the king of fodder, yielding a large volume of high quality hay that’s rich in protein.
Which beef breed is best for you? - Farmer's Weekly
Apr 8, 2024 · For this article, we have assumed that the reader wants to focus specifically on beef production. If this is indeed your production call, it is recommended that you choose a breed that has been specifically bred for beef production.
Pasture varieties and their potential in SA - Farmer's Weekly
Jan 31, 2022 · Summer-planted pastures can boost a farmer’s profits by keeping animal production high. Renowned grazing specialist Prof Chris Dannhauser says there is a variety of these crops to choose from and, as Susan Marais found out, many can also be used in winter in the form of hay, foggage and silage.
Cabbages: a step-by-step beginner’s guide - Farmer's Weekly
May 25, 2016 · If it is available, use cattle manure; it improves the structure of the soil, stimulates healthy growth and provides macro- and micronutrients.