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These blogs contain agricultural related information and written by our editor Craig Macaskill as well as guest columnists from time to time.
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Why sorghum is a good crop, and how to better grow it
Some questions about growing sorghum answered …
Farmers advised to implement weather wise measures
The department advised farmers in regions that are in a reasonable condition to prepare in line with the expected conditions, but also issued warnings.
Government and industry’s efforts to control animal disease spread must be lauded
The successful path to the export markets involves addressing the biosecurity challenges.
Safeguarding Medicinal Plants for Future Generations
The Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT) is working with traditional healers, traders, harvesters, and other growers to expand the diversity and volumes of species for cultivation
Vox Weather partners with iWeathar to create extensive, intelligent weather data network
Need help with predicting harvest times, comparing annual changes, humidity levels, pest threats and more?
Various problems discussed during meeting on livestock theft
Notes from the September 2024 meeting between the Rural Security and Livestock Theft Forum Northern Cape and the National Prosecution Authority (NPA).