Farmer's Inside Track

In this episode, Craig Murrell, head of advisory services at Agri SA Enterprises, and Medupi Shabangu, executive manager of learning programmes & projects at AgriSETA, delve into the impactful collab…

In this episode, we unpack the crucial aspects of pasture management, by selecting the most suitable grass species. We’ll explore various factors such as climate, soil type, and the type of livestock…

Selecting heifers with desirable physical characteristics can lead to genetic improvement in the herd. This includes traits such as growth rate, feed efficiency, carcass quality, and maternal abiliti…

Seed 2 Harvest is spreading hope to people, one community garden at a time. Shaun Cairns, the founder, is dedicated to establishing a food garden in as many communities as possible with his Organic G…

South Africa's forestry industry is a significant contributor to employment and rural development, offering numerous career opportunities.

In this episode, Norman Dlamini, Business Development Directo…

Ratlale “Bush” Masiu farms on a 700-hectare farm near Bloemfontein in the Free State. With a focus on cattle, sheep, goats, maize, and sunflowers, Ratlale shares his journey into farming, starting fr…

Thinking of building a chicken coop for your farm? In this episode, Brian Nyakudanga, the CEO of Tamuka Oasis Farm, shares some essential tips to get you started.

It is all about choosing the right lo…

When it comes to ensuring robust plant growth, it's imperative to consider the essential macroand micro-nutrients crucial for a farm's soil structure.

Join us i n delving into the intricacies of soil …

Ready to sell your farm produce directly to retail stores? This episode explores key considerations for farmers when supplying to the retail market.

Farmers should be prepared to meet strict quality, …

South Africa’s wine industry is being hampered by logistical issues at ports, policy uncertainty, a lack of action against the illicit alcohol trade, rolling blackouts and disruptions due to geopolit…

In this episode, Leona Archary, the CEO of the Agricultural Development Agency (Agda), shares the primary models used to bolster agricultural development, shedding light on innovative approaches tran…

Agriculture technician and farmer Gary Patience sheds light on the integration of precision-farming equipment. He shares best practices for cleaning and storing farm equipment during periods of non-u…

Farmers face a multitude of challenges, from unpredictable weather patterns and resource constraints to fluctuating market demands. But what if they could see the invisible and make informed decision…

Are you getting ready to raise happy and healthy pigs but feeling uncertain about how to begin with constructing their ideal habitat?

Whether you're an experienced farmer or setting out on your journe…

Portia Mdhlovu, the dynamic leader at the helm of Laughing Waterfall, a commercial venture under a communal property association (CPA) located in Mpumalanga, has accomplished what many only dare to d…

Tactical and strategic parasite management for livestock, particularly in autumn, is important.

In this episode, Dr Rudél Zowitsky, technical veterinarian at Afrivet Technical and Training Services, e…

In this episode, we delve into a crucial aspect of agriculture: empowering women farmers.

Thabo Olivier, a food security specialist who mentors farmers in the Agri SA Enterprises Women in Farming prog…

In addition to being critical for the wellbeing and health of animals, worm control is also vital for livestock farms' financial stability. Farmers can assure better productivity, healthier animals, …

Tinashe Jomairwa cultivates maize, sugar beans, raises cows, sheep, and broilers on a sprawling farm spanning over 30 hectares in Gauteng.

Hailing from a long line of farmers with roots in Zimbabwe, h…

In the picturesque landscapes of the Western Cape, as far as the eye can see, hills are adorned with beautiful, yellow canola fields.

In this episode, Zander Spammer agricultural resource manager at S…