How the maize market functions June 2021 IKAGENG MALULEKE, AGRICULTURAL ECONOMIST AT GRAIN SA Part 4 This marks the final article of a four-part series that attempts to explore the fundamental factors that have an impact on the maize market. In this article the various participants and their roles as well as the importance
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Employment contracts: Be wary of these potholes June 2021 LMARIUS GREYLING, INDEPENDENT AGRICULTURAL MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT To ensure the profitability and sustainability of a business, employers face many business risks. The employer-employee relationship is one of these risks and must be managed according to all the labour laws. Adherence to these laws is non-negotiable and
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How to enhance broiler production June 2021 RICHARD MCPHERSON, AGRIBUSINESS AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT Part 3 The previous two articles covered general aspects of broiler production and some of the important management points for a good start after placement of day old chicks. This article takes a look at performance objectives and other parameters.
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If we work together, we can make a difference June 2021 LOUISE KUNZ, PULA IMVULA CONTRIBUTOR Sandile Ngcamphalala (40) joined the Grain SA team on 1 march. As manager of grain SA’s Farmer Development Programme, he will provide strategic direction for the programme as a whole. This includes funding and donor liaison as well
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A programme that is changing lives June 2021 Telling our own story first-hand Grain SA has long held that its mission is to ensure that no farmer is left behind. This is very much in line with the 2021 global focus as we prepare for the food systems summit in September: we believe in a
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