Farmer's Inside Track

Is your soil truly alive? Healthy soil is non-negotiable for crop performance and farm resilience. Learn from lead agronomist Dikgang Molebatsi why soil organic matter is crucial for water retention,...

After more than two decades teaching agricultural sciences, Phaladi Matsole has turned theory into practice as a commercial maize producer in the Free State. His story is about focus, faith,...

Poultry feed is your biggest cost, but it could also be your biggest waste. Overfeeding, spillage from low feeders, and constantly switching brands can impact your flock's health and your...

JW Dercksen chose farming because he loves it, not because he had to. After working abroad, he brought back crucial lessons on efficiency and teamwork to the family farm in...

Heavy rainfall brings risks and diseases for livestock. Livestock technical advisor Ernest Makua shares essential dos and don'ts, from early vaccination and grazing rotation to biosecurity.

Don't wait for your farming business to be big; formalise it today. Dr Siphe Zantsi explains how formal registration unlocks vital investments, secures financial opportunities, and enhances market access.

Workplace injuries can strike any farm, big or small, and compliance with South Africa’s Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (Coida) is key to protection. Expert Stephan Pietersen explains...

Learn how to achieve long-term profit and resilience with agroecology. ARC economist Joseph Kau explains how building soil health, reducing input costs, and securing premium prices for indigenous crops like...

Healthy pasture is key to a profitable livestock farm. Learn how to select the right species, prepare your soil, and comply with legal requirements to reduce feed costs, improve livestock...

Jenedine Jantjies, the 2025 Agri’s Got Talent winner, brought the trophy home to her community in Patensie, Eastern Cape. She reflects on her "dream come true" and the overwhelming support...