You think you know why you grow your own, but there are hidden benefits of vegetable gardening. A survey of smallholders in Gauteng showed that […]
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Keep Watch for Ticks on Your Pets
Smallholders with dogs and cats will know the dangers of ticks, fleas and, to a lesser extent, lice. All are bloodsucking parasites, with varying degrees […]
Choose Your Chicken: Brahma
Wondering what breed of chicken to buy? Consider the gentle Brahma. Brahma chickens are among the most docile chicken breeds and make good pets or […]
Managing Tetanus on Your Plot
We smallholders are a tough bunch, most of us wouldn’t let the odd cut or scratch bother us. By the nature of our lifestyle, smallholders […]
Decline of insects detrimental for smallholders
Of the one million identified species of insects humans share the planet with, 40% of them are under serious threat. As small farmers, we rely […]
Straw Bale Planting: For Limited Space or Bad Backs
Straw bale planting is an option for those with limited space, difficult ground or bad backs. Straw is the dry plant material or stalk left […]
Marking or Branding Livestock: The Ins and Outs
Marking or branding livestock is a legal requirement, even for smallholders. First, you must register your identification number. Click here to read how to do […]
Choose Your Chicken: Bantams
Anyone who has kept bantam chickens will tell you that they are the most delightful, colourful and captivating characters. A bantam is a small variety […]
It’s the Winter Solstice!
Today is the Winter Solstice in the southern hemisphere. Can you remember your Gr 4/Std 2 geography class when you learnt about solstices? You were […]
How to Make Lemon Jelly
Lemon jelly/jam: A good way to use up your lemon harvest this winter. Chop up 12 lemons and take out the pips. (These can be […]