Farmer's Inside Track Food For Mzansi

This episode tackles foot rot, a nasty disease in cattle, sheep, and goats.
Dr Rangano Magadu, a veterinary expert from the University of Pretoria, joins us to explain everything you need to keep your animals thriving.

We will also hear some valuable tips from Dr Magadu on how farmers can keep this disease at bay! 

Southern Oil doesn’t just produce high-quality products; it also champions the well-being of its community.
Through the Canola Trust, it empowers the next generation by investing in the CanoLees and CanoTel programmes, transforming the lives of farmworker children through reading and mathematics literacy.

Reney Govender, learning and development practitioner at Southern Oil joins this episode to tell us more.

Food For Mzansi has launched its premium membership offering. The publication's marketing manager, Adèle Changuion, discusses the significance of providing additional value to our readers and how this premium membership empowers our community.
We also explore what makes this premium membership appealing to our readers and how it contributes to quality journalism.

This week, we unpack the aromatic world of South Africa’s essential oil industry on Farmer’s Inside Track. Learn about sustainable farming methods, fair trade initiatives, and biodiversity conservation efforts driving the industry forward. Join host Dawn Noemdoe and Elton Greeve, general manager of Inter Agri Oil, as they explore Mzansi’s vibrant essential oil industry.
 

Remember Ben Otukile, the farming and mining engineer who shared his secrets to success?
Well, we’re back with Part Two of his interview. In the previous episode, Ben gave us insights into his business, Otukile and Sons Farming, where he specializes in maize, soybeans, dry beans, sunflowers, Bonsmara cattle, and Kalahari Red goats.
 
In this episode, we delve deeper into his journey. We'll learn how he overcame some of his biggest challenges, why he believes people are his biggest assets in business, his masterful financial strategies, his goals for future exports, and much more.

Farmers are currently facing growing challenges in maintaining plant health and the productivity of their crops. Central to this challenge is the responsible use of agrochemicals, such as pesticides, biostimulants, and fertilisers.
Noelene Odendaal, Regulatory Affairs Manager at AECI Plant Health, delves into crucial considerations for farmers. She provides insights into best practices and regulations essential for maximising crop yields, minimising environmental impact, and ensuring consumer safety.