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,...
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...
Why variable soil properties still set the limits in Western Cape wheat production...
Wheat producers in the Western Cape are farming under increasingly complex conditions. Input costs continue to rise, rainfall is becoming more variable, and fields are rarely uniform. Yet many management decisions, particularly seeding and...
Genetic and mechanised innovations in SA maize production
Maize is critical to food security in South Africa, contributing about 50 to 60% of the population’s carbohydrate intake. It is primarily consumed in the form of maize meal (mielie meal), which is used...
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...
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...
SA’s groundnut industry: a small crop with a big strategic role
Groundnuts may occupy a relatively small footprint in South Africa’s summer crop landscape, but their importance extends far beyond hectares planted. As a crop positioned at the intersection of nutritional security, value-added processing, and...
Sorghum – ancient grain, modern goodness
Sorghum is more than just a grain; it’s a sustainable, health-promoting food source that fits beautifully into modern lifestyles. Whether you’re seeking a gluten-free alternative, a plant-based protein, or simply a delicious way to...
The ideal business entity for farming operations
Agriculture is a vital sector of the South African economy, contributing significantly to employment and gross domestic product (GDP). However, producers often face numerous challenges, including climate change, market volatility, and regulatory requirements. One...
The benefits and successes of the SACTA levy
Seed is where every season begins. Before fertiliser rates are adjusted, before machinery enters the lands, and long before yield monitors tell their story, the genetic potential of the crop has already been set....
