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Farmer's WeeklySouth Africa remains one of the world’s leading table grape exporters despite a shrinking production footprint, but increasing global supply, changing trade conditions, and intensifying competition are putting greater emphasis on productivity, quality, and market diversification.
Farmer's WeeklyIn the harsh Agter-Pakhuis area outside Clanwilliam, performance has to be earned. Martin de Klerk uses hard data, rigorous culling, veld testing, and carefully managed nutrition to identify the animals capable of strengthening Perdefontein Dohnes and breeding sheep that pay their way.
Farmer's WeeklyFor new-era (emerging) farmers, protecting young livestock is not only about reducing losses; it is an important part of building stronger herds, retaining replacement animals, and forging a pathway towards commercial farming.
Farmer's WeeklySpring brings the grounds back to the top of the maintenance list on farms and estates across South Africa. Entrances and avenues, the homestead garden, lodge and guest lawns, staff housing, and areas around offices and pack sheds all start growing again at once, making efficient mowing essential…
Farmer's WeeklyA Brahman bull and a Simmentaler cow claimed top honours at the 2026 Old Mutual Wealth National Interbreed Championships at Nampo Alfa on Saturday, 3 October.
Farmer's WeeklyStrong prices were achieved at the Western Cape Nguni Club/Regainer Nguni auction held in Darling, Western Cape, on 24 September. Regainer bulls averaged R96 250, with the top bull selling for R120 000, while 3-in-1 females averaged R43 200 and cow-and-calf units R35 142. The results reflected…
Farmer's WeeklyNamibia’s foot-and-mouth disease outbreak is expected to affect South Africa’s red meat market, with prices likely to rise following the suspension of cloven-hoofed animal exports from that country.
Farmer's WeeklyFarmer’s Weekly will bring agriculture and food together at the Royal Show with a dedicated pavilion showcasing the connection between farming and the food on our plates.
Farmer's WeeklySouth African farmers are under increasing financial pressure as the sector grapples with foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), high input costs, tight margins and the risk of El Niño conditions.
Farmer's WeeklySouth Africa’s red meat industry has no shortage of plans, structures or committed people, yet weak coordination, inadequate funding and poor implementation continue to hamper efforts to turn strategy into results.
Farmer's WeeklyThe in-calf Ankole heifer Queen Arusha (NANK23 001) sold for R6,4 million at the Ntaba Nyoni & Friends auction at Phala Phala near Bela-Bela, Limpopo, on 3 October, setting a new South African record for a female animal across cattle breeds, according to JP Smith, COO of Veilingswinkel.
Farmer's WeeklyAfter eight generations of diverse farming on this spread in the Camdeboo area of the Eastern Cape Karoo, Chris Marais and Julienne du Toit discovered there are hundreds of stories to be told around the family fire.
Farmer's WeeklyLivestock competitions, outdoor demonstrations and youth skills development drew visitors to the opening day of Nampo Alfa, but discussions around the future of South Africa's livestock industry and the need for greater unity dominated many of the conversations.
Farmer's WeeklyThe all-new Caravelle recently made history as Volkswagen’s first local hybrid vehicle. It’s a definite step-up from its predecessor in comfort and refinement, writes The Citizen’s Charl Bosch.
Farmer's WeeklyStringent biosecurity measures and widespread vaccination compliance have enabled Nampo Alfa to host one of its largest livestock exhibitions yet despite the ongoing challenge posed by foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), according to Albert Loubser, livestock coordinator for Nampo Alfa.
Farmer's WeeklyEffective poultry biosecurity is built on layers of protection, with each one helping to keep pathogens away from birds. Disease prevention starts long before anyone enters a chicken house and there are strict checklists and controls poultry producers can put in place across the farm to reduce…
Farmer's WeeklyLower feed costs and improved grazing are bringing relief to South Africa’s livestock farmers, but better production conditions are not translating into the same price trends across the industry.
Farmer's WeeklyCelebrating 13 years of partnership, the 2026 Standard Bank Chenin Blanc Top 10 Challenge honoured South Africa’s national heritage white grape variety. Each winning producer receives R25,000 to invest in a social upliftment or community initiative.
Farmer's WeeklyJohn Deere is expanding its offering across Africa and the Middle East with its new 3E Series compact utility tractors, a range designed for producers and landowners who need a smaller tractor without compromising on capability, reliability, or versatility.
Farmer's WeeklyA new partnership between Agrico and Absa makes it easier for qualifying clients to finance Agrico centre pivot irrigation systems, including pipelines, pumps, sprinklers, and automation.
Farmer's WeeklyFive promising blueberry selections are moving through evaluation and deployment in Southern Africa. At Fall Creek Connect in Paarl, Jeán Kotzé outlined what the early trial data revealed and why local validation remains critical.
Farmer's WeeklyWhat began as an effort to control bush encroachment has developed into a registered Savanna goat stud near Thabazimbi in Limpopo. Owner of the Anton Barnard and Son stud Anton Barnard, tells us about the history of the stud and how the Savanna fares in an area known for high tick loads and…
Farmer's WeeklyLand Bank's Blended Finance Scheme is under renewed parliamentary scrutiny as demand outstrips available funding and farmers face delays that can have serious consequences for seasonal production.
Farmer's WeeklyTheunis Meiring, area sales manager at Syngenta, spoke to Octavia Avesca Spandiel about the importance of early weed control in summer crops. Meiring explains why the period before and immediately after crop emergence is critical for protecting yield potential, and discusses application timing…
Farmer's WeeklySARS has opened a standalone diesel refund registration system, separate from VAT. Existing claimants must register again, while farmers will eventually be able to claim only.
Farmer's WeeklySouth Africa’s agriculture sector needs leaders who can look beyond the farm gate and work across the value chain as infrastructure constraints, access to technology, and global volatility place increasing pressure on producers.
Farmer's WeeklyThe Agricultural Research Council has begun the preparatory work needed to license its foot-and-mouth disease vaccine technology to private manufacturers, but says procurement, regulatory and biosafety requirements must be completed before an implementation timeline can be set.
Farmer's WeeklyIn this episode of AgriView with Wandile, we explore whether BRICS is delivering on its potential for South African agriculture.
Farmer's WeeklySouth Africa has entered the 2026/27 production season with El Niño established in the tropical Pacific, with the latest seasonal outlooks favouring below-normal rainfall and above-normal temperatures over much of the country.
Farmer's WeeklyBroilers offer a short production cycle, while layers provide a regular stream of eggs, but neither guarantees easy profits. Feed, markets, infrastructure, and management can quickly erode margins. Farmers need to know not only what it costs to produce a bird or egg, but exactly how they will sell…