Tag: animal health

In a brand-new column, Dr Vuyokazi Makapela shares how her personal upbringing inspired the One Health nationwide animal health campaign. She says, “Every time I return home, I’m filled with ...

If the vegan market makes up 2% of the local food market, a whopping 98% of South Africans are eating animal protein and are ingesting antibiotics daily, warns Angus McIntosh, ...

Dr Alfred Kgasi, president of the South African Veterinary Council, believes veterinarians can play a bigger role in improving food security through advising farmers on how to reduce disease-related mortalities ...

South Africa's biggest producer of animal vaccines are still experiencing production problems. If these are not fixed soon, the country could face a serious threat to its vibrant livestock industry, ...

Many desperate South Africans are, again, turning to hearsay to make up their minds about Covid-19, warns Dr Peter Oberem, chief executive of Afrivet. He says many are rejecting vaccination ...

An inspiring story: Meet doctor Justice Msilela, a bright young veterinarian with a passion for helping not only farm animals - but the farmers who care for them too.

Horse owners in rural Eastern Cape are desperate for government help. Their cry comes as horses in parts of the province are attacked, stolen and used for stock theft. A ...

Despite the disease outbreaks of the past two years, Mzansi’s animal health sector remained proactive and effective. And it's all thanks to a network of strong relationships and systems, says ...

It has a mortality rate of up to 100% in young animals. In adults, it can cause abortion storms. Preventative measures against Rift Valley fever can save a farmer from ...

On today's podcast, we discuss why sandy soil is best for rooibos tea farming. We also unpack the role of women in agriculture.