Farmer's Weekly (South Africa) - 5 Sep 2025
NAMPO CAPE 2025
DORMERS’ ROBUST GROWTH GIVES PRODUCERS A BOOST
PRECISE MANAGEMENT NEEDED FOR DRAGON FRUIT TO PROSPER
A GUIDE TO ON-FARM BIOSECURITY
INNOVATIVE EUROPEAN SPRAYING TECHNOLOGY
Breaking down the international court’s ruling on climate change
Showground map
Dormer sheep: proven performer in SA’s meat market
Political Perspective: The Trump tariff regime and geopolitics
Nuanced fresh produce trends present opportunities for sharp marketers
Vicar technology: sure bet for faster and smarter spraying
Tricky dragon fruit – don’t give up, fine-tune!
High-density grazing on semi-arid grassland scrutinised
Capsicum pubescens: the very different chilli pepper
Disease comes knocking when the chain breaks
Disease management and control starts at the farm gate
Dormer-Meatmaster vs purebred lambs weaning weight battle
Ask Our Vet: I need advice on how to transport wild animals
Opel Grandland puts on a brand-new suit
The Vulture Lady of the Eastern Cape
COLUMNS COMMODITY PRICE TRENDS
Storage capacity the key to potato price volatility
Biological control not a quick fix, warns researcher
Dormer sheep: muscle museums that boost meat production
Dormers: when quality meat really does count
New and exciting events to look forward to
RMIS latest report flags beef market risks
Farmer’s Feasts
MONTHLY BAKKIE PRICES REPORT
Farmer’s Diary
COMMUNAL FARMING
The Hitching Post
Hillbilly Homes
Auction calendar
CANNABIS POST
On the Edge
Crossword
Classifieds
Auctions
Archive
Books
Letters
We’re all in the same boat, really
Breaking down the international court’s ruling on climate change
SHOWS
COURSES AND TRAINING
Animal production
CONFERENCES, WORKSHOPS, AND EXPOS
The American Bully: a loyal companion for rural South Africa
GOT SOMETHING TO SAY?
Overcoming barriers to shape the forestry industry’s future
ABC of animals buyers beware! Look out for disease
The Trump tariff regime and geopolitics
‘Even natural occurring species can disrupt ecosystems if mismanaged, making quality control and scientific validation essential’
‘Our research suggests there is a powerful opportunity to align conservation and community development, without relying on trophy hunting’
‘With the return of Karan Beef in the market and access to vaccinations in the medium term, supply is expected to stabilise […]’
‘The tool gives our clients the ability to identify and manage these species early […]’
‘The infrastructure currently available cannot handle the influx of potatoes during high-production periods […]’
As consumers become more health conscious, global fresh produce consumption is increasing.
Nuanced fresh produce trends present opportunities for sharp marketers
Biological control not a quick fix, warns researcher
Website supports invasive alien plant management
Storage capacity the key to potato price volatility
Zimbabwe’s agriculture sector on the way to recovery
Egypt ramping up biogas production
MOROCCO
NIGERIA
Poland set to introduce bill defending farmers against ‘odours’
East Asia to unite for agri sector
CANADA
INDIA
RMIS latest report flags beef market risks
Rural communities prefer other income streams above trophy hunting
Why onion and potato prices spiked and then normalised
Harnessing traditional farming wisdom in SA’s cannabis boom
Producing your own cabbage seedlings
FOCUS ON NAMPO CAPE 2025
Nampo Cape 2025: going from strength to strength
Farming with your ISUZU, a recipe for success
The future of material handling is smart, safe and tailored
New Holland exhibits 50 years of harvesting machine excellence
Bell haulage pedigree on show at Nampo Cape
An apple a day: how a Piket-Bo-Berg farmer turned surplus into sustenance
Peace of mind starts with the right machine – Hitachi, the smart choice
Sensako’s sunflower hybrids excel in trials
Falcon’s world-class cultivation solutions
Uniform spreading, maximum efficiency: meet the JF Double Disc 1300 spreader
Comprehensive solution for South African agriculture
Reliability when it matters most: lubrication solutions for planting summer crops
Maxxum Series Tractors: power, comfort and reliability for South African farmers
John Deere Financial fuels future of SA family farming
The Agrico T1250 ripper works deeper, for better yield performance
Corteva puts farmers first with every crop and every season
How the ECRDA is driving the development of rural agriculture
Revitalising the textile industry with South African flair
Women making a splash in the agri sector
ECRDA support helps farmer move to next level
Building a farming legacy in the Eastern Cape
Cultivating a greener future in the Eastern Cape
A journey from a 3ha plot to a 21ha commercial vegetable farm
INCLUSIVE AND SUSTAINABLE RURAL ECONOMY
Dormer sheep: proven performer in SA’s meat market
FAST FACTS
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Dormers: when quality meat really does count
FAST FACTS
Dormer-Meatmaster vs purebred lambs weaning weight battle
Dormer sheep: muscle museums that boost meat production
FAST FACTS
Disease comes knocking when the chain breaks
FAST FACTS
Disease management and control starts at the farm gate
FAST FACTS
High-density grazing on semi-arid grassland scrutinised
HIGH-DENSITY GRAZING COMPLEXITIES
FAST FACTS
Vicar technology: sure bet for faster and smarter spraying
FAST FACTS
Tricky dragon fruit: don’t give up; fine-tune!
FAST FACTS
Opel Grandland puts on a brand-new suit
Capsicum pubescens: the very different chilli pepper
Coffee caramel baked custard
A family home in the Karoo
Crossword 616
CROSSWORD 611: 27 JUNE 2025
MYSTERY WORD
THE HITCHING POST
The ‘pause’ that keeps bee colonies alive
Local reads to celebrate Heritage Month
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
The Vulture Lady of the Eastern Cape
Boschoek Bonsmaras and Friends Production Sale
Auction Sales
Crux Dohne Merino Spring Production Sale
Ivukile Beefmaster Stud Production Sale
Light commercial vehicles
Sudoku
I need advice on how to transport wild animals
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