A number of the grass species that are used commercially for grazing in South Africa are not indigenous. And, indeed, new non-indigenous species are being […]
Month: September 2021
Increased Rabies in South Africa Cause For Concern
With rabies infections on a worrying rise in South Africa, this World Rabies Day we should pay special attention to the signs and symptoms of […]
How to Transport Poultry
You take great care of your chickens while they are on your plot, so when you sell them you need to know how to transport […]
Plant the Common Tree of the Year 2021
In 2021 the common tree of the year is Vachellia karroo (Hayne) Banfi & Glasso. Each year, as part of Arbor Month, two trees, one common […]
Celebrate the Spring Equinox
Today is the day to celebrate the Spring Equinox, when day and night are of almost equal length. In our southern hemisphere the Spring Equinox […]
How To Preserve Your Nightshade Harvest
Your summer bounty of tomatoes, aubergines and peppers brings joy and there are many ways to preserve your nightshade harvest for use in winter. People […]
How To Deworm Poultry The Natural Way
Generally healthy chickens with strong immune systems can handle a moderate worm load, but even still you can choose a natural chicken deworming method to […]
Apply Now For Lease Of Farm Near Klerksdorp
A state farm measuring 412ha has become available for a lease of 30 years to an African, Coloured or Indian South African citizen in the […]
Nightshade Family: Growing Aubergine
Aubergine, also known as eggplant or brinjal, is a versatile vegetable of the nightshade family that is worth growing on your smallholding. Aubergines grow in […]
Nightshade Family: Growing Peppers
Growing peppers is usually most rewarding. This popular member of the solanaceae (nightshade) family is not fussy about its growing conditions and can be planted […]