Farmer's Inside Track

Struggling to supply retailers? Learn the essential steps for market access, including quality standards, pricing, and building buyer relationships.

Jeremiah Jotham transformed a temporary job into a thriving multi-faceted agribusiness. As director of Basadi Agribusiness in Gauteng, he leverages circular farming methods, combining abattoir services, poultry, rabbit, and vegetable...

African swine fever (ASF) can wipe out a pig farm in days, but daily biosecurity is your strongest shield. Experts outline essential steps to protect your herd.

Struggling to find a job after studying agriculture didn’t end Moleke Maphila’s journey; it launched it. Alongside his business partner, Maphila built Baswa Temong in Bela-Bela, using strategic crop diversification,...

Fear of quarantines often deters pig farmers from reporting suspected African swine fever cases, but experts warn silence does far more damage. Learn how reporting cases and halting movement protect...

Weaning is a make-or-break transition for your cattle herd. Learn how to keep your calves thriving by minimising separation stress, preparing the rumen, and protecting daily weight gain.

Nguni cattle are known for their hardiness and low-maintenance needs, making them ideal for Mzansi's harsh conditions. However, market prejudice and smaller frame sizes pose commercial challenges. Agricultural experts and...

What began in 2016 as a modest backyard garden to feed local families in Kgomo Kgomo has blossomed into an agricultural powerhouse. Tebogo Nyathela’s enterprise, Farmers’ Hope, now supplies major...

Early calf management sets the foundation for long-term beef and dairy success. From birth weight benchmarks to the 60-day “double up” rule, master calf growth targets with our essential guide.

The first eight hours post-calving, known as the “Golden Hour”, can make or break a livestock enterprise. Discover the essential post-birth timeline every South African cattle producer needs to follow...