As we find ourselves in the height of our growing season, you might be overrun by fresh herbs. Sadly, many herb plants do not last […]
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How To Propagate Vegetables And Fruit
Vegetables don’t always have to start from scratch. In fact, there are many ways in which you will be able to generate new plants from […]
Keeping Guard Dogs On Your Plot
Research shows that more than 85% of smallholders have at least one dog on their property and many have three or four. Some are kept […]
Overvaal Dexter Club Auction: Bulls, females and calves up for grabs
Join the Overvaal Dexter Club for a Dexter Auction. 3 bulls, 58 females, 39 supers and weaned calves will be on auction. Date: Saturday 4 […]
New Case Of Swine Fever Detected In Gauteng
The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development has announced a new outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) on a farm in Gauteng. The […]
Choosing The Right Fencing For Your Animals
A smallholding that is home to livestock requires adequate fencing to ensure your livestock are safe and secure. This fencing must keep both your livestock […]
Grow To Love Your Termites
If you have ever had a termite problem in your home or on your property you are probably not well-disposed towards these little creatures. However, […]
Nasturtium: A Colourful Plant With Many Uses
All hail the versatile nasturtium! We all know and love the cheerful flowers, but do you know what else this attractive plant can do for […]
How To Grow Water Chestnuts
This article is part of a series “orphan” and unusual crop species, food and utility plants that were important to people before the simplification of […]
Choosing Machinery For Your Tunnels
Tunnel farming has become increasingly popular for South African smallholders due to its high yield relative to the amount of space used. Once you have […]