Livestock farming is not only about animal production; it is also a business that depends on careful financial management in agriculture. For many farmers, the dry season livestock management period is where…
Preparing livestock for the dry season requires more than simply planning for feed and water. Effective livestock health management becomes critically important as environmental conditions begin to change. While declining…
Preparing Livestock Nutrition Management for the Months Ahead As the rainy season gradually comes to an end, livestock farmers must begin preparing for one of the most challenging periods in animal production,…
A Strategic Approach to Dry Season Livestock Management Strengthening livestock resilience before the dry season is one of the most important priorities in livestock farming in South Africa. As March…
Learn about Foot-and-Mouth Disease in South Africa, its impact on livestock, KZN outbreaks, and the 2025 Karan Beef & Albert Falls feedlots. South Africa’s Foot-and-Mouth Disease Crisis: What You Need…
Agricultural advisors /Extension officers play a transformative role in supporting farmers from the soil-testing stage all the way to marketing their produce or livestock. They provide technical guidance, practical demonstrations,…
During my postgraduate studies, I had the opportunity to apply the Famacha system on the university farm. The Famacha system is a simple but effective method used to detect anemia…
Smallholder farms are often described as the heartbeat of South Africa’s food system. From the maize fields of the Free State to the sheep and cattle herds of the Eastern…
Livestock farming in South Africa is more than food production, it is a way of life, a cultural tradition, and the backbone of rural economies. From the rolling Karoo plains…