Category: Landbou Radio

Cancer-bush (Sutherlandia Frutescens) or known as Kankerbossie and Gansie, is a bitter tasting plant known for its’s medicinal value. It is a fairly wide-spread, drought-resistant plant in South Africa. Cocklebur,…

It is always heart-warming to hear a farmer say: “I am proud of being a farmer and it is a privilege to farm in our country.” With this kind of…

According to SAPPO, Pork 360 is developed to assist the pork supply chain in meeting the growing demand for food safety. This farm assured system address the best practices throughout…

Don’t miss an opportunity when it comes knocking at your door. Grab it with both hands and even if you have little experience and knowledge about the business, take a…

Know your enemy the fly. The life cycle of a fly is fly is as short as 10 days, but an adult female can lay up to 900 eggs in…

There are basic steps to be taken when you want to auction your livestock. Decide which animals you are going to sell, determine the quality and characteristics of your animals…

Do you want to be successful in your farming business? Then, don’t take shortcuts and do the right stuff. Shortcuts will cost you a lot in the long run. In…

The fresh produce agent is an extension of a farmer’s business and acts on behalf of a principal by selling the principal’s produce to buyers such as hawkers, retailers and…

Game farming businesses are slowly lifting their heads. They have faced a few difficult years. Hard work, determination, and support for each other are some of the drivers ensuring success.…

The selection of breeding stock is an ongoing process and is used as a tool for livestock improvement. It helps to improve characteristics which are highly heritable. In our program…