Two outbreaks of African Swine Fever (ASF) have been detected this month in two suburbs in the Southern Cape, according to the Western Cape agriculture […]
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Department Warns Of Fake Tender In Limpopo
A letter doing the rounds among individuals and businesses around Groblersdal has been described as fraudulent by the national Dept of Agriculture (Dalrrd). The letter […]
How to Get Organic Certification
There are a few options for small scale farmers who wish to get organic certification for their products. Standards and regulations For a start, there […]
Organic Control of Pests, Disease and Weeds
Small scale organic farmers apply an environmentally conscious approach to managing insects, weeds and disease. The Saoso Standard for Organic Production and Processing give requirements […]
What Goes Into Healthy Organic Soil?
Healthy organic soil and water can be achieved through organic methods of growing. Organic farming methods are based on scientific knowledge of ecology. They combine […]
Crops & Livestock: The Principles of Organic Farming
Organic farming is the process of using environmentally friendly farming methods to improve and maintain soil health, to protect the environment and to ensure plant, animal […]
Getting Started With Organic Growing
There is a strong movement towards agriculture which is healthier for consumers and for the land, and organic growing is based on those principles. Interestingly, […]
How To Preserve Plums
This summer is cooler than usual where we live and we are still preserving our plums. Our tree has been wonderfully generous this season. There […]
Pesi Grant System Suspended With Immediate Effect
The national Dept of Agriculture (Dalrrd) has suspended the implementation of the Presidential Employment Stimulus Initiative (Pesi) voucher system with immediate effect. This is because […]
Keeping Ducks And Geese On A Plot
Keeping ducks and geese on a plot can provide a number of benefits to your property. They are hardy birds that can live for up […]