What to do when someone applies for mineral rights on your land
Landowners or lawful occupiers of property often ask what they should do when someone else applies for mineral or petroleum resource rights (or related approvals) on their land. As a producer, it is necessary...
Legal exemptions for agricultural vehicles and equipment explained
The legislation applicable to agricultural equipment, haulage tractors, mobile cranes and other industrial equipment is covered by the National Road Traffic Act of 1996 and Regulations (NRTA).
This equipment includes drilling machines, mobile cranes, fork...
Determining the rental value of land
How does one determine the value of rental land? This is one of the most common questions asked in the agriculture sector today. There is not just one answer to this question either. Usually,...
Essential considerations when navigating tax and estate planning
In the heartland of agricultural pursuits, where the rhythm of the seasons dictates the flow of life, producers are not just stewards of the land; they are custodians of legacies. However, amidst the toil...
Adoption of precision agriculture in SA: insights from a national survey
The South African agricultural landscape is undergoing a technological transformation. Technologies such as auto-steer systems, yield monitors, and variable rate applicators for lime, seed, and fertiliser are becoming increasingly accessible. These tools not only...
What’s new in the regulations on agricultural remedies?
The crop protection industry is governed by Act No. 36 of 1947, along with the fertiliser, farm feeds and stock remedy industries. Although some may think that this act is outdated because it was...
THINKING OF A DEGREE IN AGRICULTURE?
Studying agriculture offers a unique perspective on feeding a growing global population. Agricultural science explores farming from microcosm to macrocosm. It delves into ethical and environmental solutions for feeding the world.
It addresses environmental issues...
Navigating product recalls and the implication of aflatoxin contamination
In early 2024, South Africa faced a significant peanut butter recall due to the detection of elevated levels of aflatoxin. When the exact extent of contamination is unclear, a broad recall is often necessary...
Sprekers en paneelgesprekke gee dieper insig by Reitz-konferensie
Sowat 300 produsente het op 3 en 4 Maart in Reitz in die Vrystaat byeengekom vir Landbouweekblad se herlewingslandboukonferensie met die tema “Oorleef jy of floreer jy?”. Verskeie kenners het oor relevante onderwerpe gepraat...
THE AAMP: driving growth in agriculture
The Agricultural and Agro-Processing Master Plan (AAMP) is a national initiative aimed at revitalising and transforming South Africa’s agriculture and agro-processing sectors. It serves as a collaborative framework bringing together government, industry, and civil...
