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The Farmer's Inside Track podcast is proudly presented by www.FoodForMzansi.co.za. It is aimed at South Africa’s up-and-coming farmers and new entrants into farming and agri-businesses who need information and inspiration to help them start up and get up to sprinting speed as commercial producers and/or agri-processors.

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    • 5.0 • 14 Ratings

The Farmer's Inside Track podcast is proudly presented by www.FoodForMzansi.co.za. It is aimed at South Africa’s up-and-coming farmers and new entrants into farming and agri-businesses who need information and inspiration to help them start up and get up to sprinting speed as commercial producers and/or agri-processors.

• Join the farmers' members club | www.farmersinsidetrack.co.za
• Facebook | www.facebook.com/foodformzansi.co.za
• Twitter & Instagram | @foodformzansi.co.za
• Food For Mzansi's WhatsApp line | +27 81 889 9032

    Heifer selection: How to maximise herd potential

    Heifer selection: How to maximise herd potential

    Selecting heifers with desirable physical characteristics can lead to genetic improvement in the herd. This includes traits such as growth rate, feed efficiency, carcass quality, and maternal abilities.
     
    In this episode, Ernest Makua, a beef industry expert at the Red Meat Institute for Transformation and Enterprise Development (RMITED), unpacks why well-selected heifers are more likely to be productive throughout their lives, leading to increased calf crops, better weaning weights, and improved overall profitability for the producer. 

    • 20 min
    Shaun rases community gardens with his garden in a box

    Shaun rases community gardens with his garden in a box

    Seed 2 Harvest is spreading hope to people, one community garden at a time. Shaun Cairns, the founder, is dedicated to establishing a food garden in as many communities as possible with his Organic Garden In A Box-Starter Pack.
    But at Seed 2 Harvest, we're about more than just agriculture. We're committed to building sustainable communities and empowering the next generation through agricultural skills development programmes. Join us as we sow the seeds of change and cultivate a brighter future for all.

    • 29 min
    Into the woods: Exploring South Africa's forestry industry

    Into the woods: Exploring South Africa's forestry industry

    South Africa's forestry industry is a significant contributor to employment and rural development, offering numerous career opportunities.
    In this episode, Norman Dlamini, Business Development Director at Forestry South Africa, delves into the current production levels, market trends, and overall performance of the forestry sector.

    The episode also showcases inspiring success stories of individual growers and forestry companies in South Africa, highlighting the key factors that have contributed to their success.

    • 27 min
    Ratlale Masiu's farm management strategies

    Ratlale Masiu's farm management strategies

    Ratlale “Bush” Masiu farms on a 700-hectare farm near Bloemfontein in the Free State. With a focus on cattle, sheep, goats, maize, and sunflowers, Ratlale shares his journey into farming, starting from his initial career aspirations in law to becoming a dedicated agriculturalist.
    In this insightful discussion, Ratlale discloses his effective farm management strategies, financial management, and budgeting techniques for running a successful farming operation.

    • 22 min
    Build your chicken coop from scratch

    Build your chicken coop from scratch

    Thinking of building a chicken coop for your farm? In this episode, Brian Nyakudanga, the CEO of Tamuka Oasis Farm, shares some essential tips to get you started.
    It is all about choosing the right location, the right materials, and not forgetting about ventilation and security.

    • 23 min
    Boost plant growth by taking care of the soil structure

    Boost plant growth by taking care of the soil structure

    When it comes to ensuring robust plant growth, it's imperative to consider the essential macroand micro-nutrients crucial for a farm's soil structure.
    Join us i n delving into the intricacies of soil science with Dr André Cilliers, the marketing manager at AECI Plant Health. He shares the characteristics necessary to create the ideal environment for plants to flourish and much more.

    • 22 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
14 Ratings

14 Ratings

Jibho (south Africa) ,

Very Informative Podcast !!!!

I was introduced to this podcast by a fellow farmer I know in my area. What a privilege to have access to such a fantastic podcast. My wish is that you can cover how and where small holding farmers i.e. 12ha land can hire harvesting equipment. As a Sunflower farmer myself it is the most difficult and stressful period to find farmers or companies willing to hire out this equipment due to the size of land being too small. Physical labour is just to expensive for small holding farmers with 10ha to 15ha of land during harvesting.

Thabo Msimang ,

A podcast with heart, soul and mind

Thank you, Farmer’s Inside Track, for taking the time to celebrate black agricultural excellence in this particular way. Jacky Goliath’s inspires not only those in the agricultural sector, but everyone everywhere.

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