The Weekly Wrap
The Weekly Wrap is a companion podcast to Farmer's Weekly, South Africa's long-running agricultural magazine. Each episode highlights the top news stories and articles from the latest print edition of the magazine. It also covers the trending topics and discussions that have been popular on Farmer's Weekly's website and social media channels during the week. The show is aimed at farmers, agribusiness professionals and anyone following South African agriculture.
Episodes
The Weekly Wrap - 6 June 2025
Join Sindira Chetty and Janine Ryan as they discuss some of the biggest stories making headlines in agriculture this week, as well as highlights from the 6 June 2025 issue of Farmer’s Weekly.
In this episode, we look at new research from Wits University suggesting that puff adders could help control rodent populations, earning them the title ‘friends of farmers’. We also cover progress in South A
The Weekly Wrap – 30 May 2025
Join Sindira Chetty and Janine Ryan as they discuss some of the biggest stories making headlines in agriculture this week, as well as highlights from the 30 May issue of Farmer’s Weekly.
In this episode, they look back at Nampo 2025, which drew more than 87 000 visitors and 900 exhibitors, and unpack the meeting between President Cyril Ramaphosa and US President Donald Trump. They also discuss So
78. The Weekly Wrap – 26 April 2025
Join Sindira Chetty and Janine Ryan as they chat about some of the biggest stories making headlines in agriculture this week, as well as highlights from the 2 May issue of Farmer’s Weekly.
This week, they cover government’s decision to scrap the proposed VAT increase and what it means for farmers, the sudden death of 100 cattle in the Eastern Cape possibly linked to armyworm strikes, and a new do
77. The Weekly Wrap – 29 October
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 29 October issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Sindira Chetty.
This week’s main feature focuses on how to start farming with R1 million. A number of experts discuss the start-up potential of layers, broilers, pigs, vegetables and lucerne. In another
76. The Weekly Wrap – 22 October
In this episode of the Weekly Wrap, Janine Ryan and Julinda Schroeder discuss what listeners can expect from the 22 October issue of Farmer’s Weekly, which will be on shelf on 15 October.
In the features this week, Farmer’s Weekly speaks to grazing specialist Dr Chris Dannhauser, who explains the importance of choosing the correct forage crop for your farming environment to meet the needs of your
75. The Weekly Wrap – 15 October
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 15 October issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Denene Erasmus.
Our main feature this week profiles a farmer from the Free State who, despite being unable to secure land ownership via government’s land reform programme has built a successful mixed far
74. The Weekly Wrap – 8 October
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 8 October issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Julinda Schroeder.
In this week’s main feature, we provide guidelines for preparing for livestock auctions.
In our regular segment on different agriculture industries across the continent, we focus on Ghan
73. The Weekly Wrap – 1 October
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 1 October issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Sindira Chetty.
Our main feature in this week’s issue looks at regenerative grazing and how three cattle farmers experienced positive results with the use of regeneration as a means of restoring veld. Th
72. The Weekly Wrap – 24 September
In this episode of the Weekly Wrap, Janine Ryan and Julinda Schroeder take a look at what readers can expect from the 24 September issue of Farmer’s Weekly, which will be on shelf on 17 September.
In this issue, we take a look at how dairy farmers can reduce their carbon footprints, while increasing milk yield and profits. We also take a look at some of the leading news stories in the issue, incl
71. The Weekly Wrap – 17 September
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 17 Sept issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Denene Erasmus.
Our main feature in this week’s issue looks at the use of embryo flushing in livestock breeding to speed up genetic improvement. Readers can also learn more about new guava cultivars, and abo
70. The Weekly Wrap – 10 September
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 10 September issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Julinda Schroeder.
This week’s main article features an interview with Helene Roodt, who breeds exotic chickens for the showring, near Vredefort.
This week, we also present the first of a new segment in
69. The Weekly Wrap – 3 September
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 3 September issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Denene Erasmus.
Our main feature in this week’s issue looks at the important role performance testing, and Phase D testing for bulls in particular, plays in building a more efficient beef herd. We also
68. The Weekly Wrap – 27 August
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 27 August issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Sindira Chetty.
In this issue, we look at the basics of hoof health management in cattle. Animal health experts discuss common problems faced in hoof health and offer easy solutions. Dr Peter Evans of SAP
67. The Weekly Wrap – 20 August
In this episode of the Weekly Wrap, Janine Ryan and Julinda Schroeder discuss what you can expect from the 20 August issue of Farmer’s Weekly, which will be on shelf from 13 August.
In this issue, Farmer’s Weekly looks at a Boer goat stud run on a 10ha farm in North West. Owner Jonathan Carlson says that he prioritises quality over quantity, and that farmers should invest in good animal genetics
66. The Weekly Wrap – 13 August
In this episode of the Weekly Wrap, hosted by Julinda Schroeder, we take a look at coffee production in Limpopo. Zander Ernst of Allesbeste Boerdery, which is perhaps best known for avocado production, talks about how the demand for premium, locally-produced coffee has soared over recent years, and what makes coffee production an attractive opportunity for farmers around the country. We also speak
65. The Weekly Wrap – 6 August
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 6 Aug issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Denene Erasmus.
In this week’s issue, we look at the basics of developing and implementing a seasonal breeding strategy for your herd, we also speak to a quail farmer about how to farm with this type of poult
64. The Weekly Wrap – 30 July
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 30 July issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Sindira Chetty.
In this week’s issue Simmentaler stud owner Willem Botha from the eastern Free State explains why superior cows are the bedrock of beef production. Botha believes that high-quality female an
63. The Weekly Wrap – 23 July
In this episode of the Weekly Wrap, Janine Ryan tells you what you can expect from the 23 July issue of Farmer’s Weekly, which will be on shelf from 16 July.
In this week’s issue, Farmer’s Weekly speaks to Sara Place, chief sustainability officer at Elanco Animal Health, about the important role cattle and other ruminants play in ensuring a sustainable future for the planet. While livestock produ
62. The Weekly Wrap – 16 July
In this episode of the Weekly Wrap, host Julinda Schroeder and Janine Ryan discuss what readers can expect from the latest issue of Farmer’s Weekly. The 16 July issue will be on shelf on 9 July.
The features discussed this week include the crops feature, which focuses on the economic and health benefits of the ‘orphan’ crop, okra. Okra is mostly produced by communal farmers, and while there is no
61. The Weekly Wrap – 9 July
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 9 July issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Denene Erasmus.
In this week’s issue we look at how how one farmer from the Eastern Cape is working to uplift emerging citrus growers in that province and readers can also learn more about the digital tool th
60. The Weekly Wrap – 2 July
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 2 July 2021 issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Sindira Chetty.
This week’s main feature article focuses on Kalahari Red stud breeder Eddie Goosen’s meticulous selection processes and how he’s built a solid reputation on great genetics in just two ye
59. The Weekly Wrap – 25 June
In this week’s episode of the Weekly Wrap, Janine Ryan and Julinda Schroeder speak about what you can expect from the 25 June issue of Farmer’s Weekly, which will be on shelf on 18 June.
This week’s issue includes a special focus on crop protection and skills development. The main article looks at integrated pest management and how a holistic approach to pest control is better for the long-term
58. The Weekly Wrap – 18 June
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 18 June issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Julinda Schroeder.
This week’s main feature article focuses on Simbra stud breeder Rick Dell in the eastern Free State. Dell offers some tips on breeding and buying in bulls to improve the productivity of a
57. The Weekly Wrap – 11 June
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 11 June issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Denene Erasmus.
In this week’s issue, Farmer’s Weekly looks at how one Eastern Cape farmer has benefitted from participation in mohair empowerment programmes, and hears from a macadamia farmer who has switc
56. The Weekly Wrap – 4 June
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 4 June issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Sindira Chetty.
This week’s main feature article focuses on the problems faced by small-scale pig farmers. A recent study details farming practices of these farmers and highlights shortfalls in biosecurity an
55. The Weekly Wrap – 28 May
In this episode of the Weekly Wrap, Janine Ryan and Julinda Schroeder explain what you can expect to read in the 28 May issue of Farmer’s Weekly, which will be on shelf on 21 May.
This week’s features include an article on the importance of biosecurity on chicken farms, particularly considering the recent increase in avian influenza cases in South Africa. Also discussed is the importance of timin
54. The Weekly Wrap - 21 May
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 21 May issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Julinda Schroeder.
This week’s main feature article is about running a successful livestock operation in Zululand through ensuring a perfect balance between natural and supplemental feed.
The second article
53. The Weekly Wrap - 14 May
14 May – The Weekly Wrap
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 14 May issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Denene Erasmus.
In this week’s issue, the main focus in on farm machinery and mechanisation as we take a look at some of the machinery trends that are shaping the future of agricultur
52. The Weekly Wrap – 7 May
The Weekly Wrap discusses some of the top news and articles featured in the latest edition of Farmer’s Weekly magazine, as well as the trending topics for the week on its online and social media platforms.
51. The Weekly Wrap – 30 April
In this week’s episode of the Weekly Wrap, Janine Ryan looks at some of the feature and news articles in the 30 April issue of Farmer’s Weekly, which will be on shelf on 23 April.
This issue, which focuses on pig farming for small-scale producers and animal feed, includes an article on implementing cost-effective biosecurity on your pig farm, as well as tips on choosing the right breed for your p
50. The Weekly Wrap – 23 April
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 23 April issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Julinda Schroeder.
This week’s main feature articles include a look at the do’s and dont’s of growing bananas, with brothers Riaan and WJ Heystek sharing their experiences of setting up a banana enterprise
49. The Weekly Wrap - 16 April
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 16 April issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Denene Erasmus.
This week’s issue includes a feature on one of South Africa’s top goat’s cheese producers. In another feature, Farmer’s Weekly explores the need for new water governance structures to stop
48. The Weekly Wrap - 2 & 9 April
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the Farmer’s Weekly double issue of 2&9 April in this episode of the Weekly Wrap, presented by Sindira Chetty.
In this week’s issue we speak to 26-year-old pig farmer Jason Buys of Oceanview Piggery in the Western Cape about his free-range pig operation and how he plans to grow his business to comme
47.The Weekly Wrap - 26 March
In this week’s episode of the Weekly Wrap, Janine Ryan discusses what you can expect to read in the 26 March issue of Farmer’s Weekly, which will be on shelf on 19 March.
In this week’s issue, Farmer’s Weekly speaks to Wagyu stud farmer Dr Anja Steinberg, who runs her stud on sourveld in Mpumalanga. Steinberg discusses how she produces top-quality Wagyu animals with a marbling score of between 4
46. The Weekly Wrap - 19 March
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 19 March issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap, presented by Julinda Schroeder.
This week’s cover article is a profile on Beverli Katz, owner of Klein Sandfontein Boerboels and winner of the 2020 SA Stud Book Herd of the Year award for other species, and her magnificent Boe
45. The Weekly Wrap - 12 March
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 12 March issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Denene Erasmus.
In this week’s main feature article, we go back to basics as we speak to researchers in the South African livestock industry about the differences between the main cattle breed groups found
44. The Weekly Wrap - 5 March
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 5 March issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Julinda Schroeder.
This week’s main feature articles include a profile on TAU SA Young Farmer of the Year for 2020, Danie Bester, we speak to small-scale vegetable and sugar beet farmer near Johannesburg Ma
43. The Weekly Wrap - 26 February
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 26 February issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Sindira Chetty.
This issue focuses on one of the oldest and purest cattle breeds, the Braunvieh. This breed was first introduced to South Africa 114 years ago and is known to thrive under some of the har
42. The Weekly Wrap - 19 February
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 19 February issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Denene Erasmus.
This week’s main feature articles include a piece on the recent boom in citrus, avocado and macadamia production in South Africa. These industries have experienced rapid growth on the bac
41. The Weekly Wrap - 12 February
In this episode of the Weekly Wrap, Janine Ryan takes a look at some of the features and news included in the 12 February issue of Farmer’s Weekly, which will be on shelf from 5 February.
This issue focuses on farm safety and security, and Farmer’s Weekly looks at various surveillance technologies that can help farmers respond swiftly to possible threats. This focus also includes a feature on fa
40. The Weekly Wrap - 5 February
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 5 February issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Sindira Chetty.
This week’s main feature looks at the key factors on how to manage the reproduction and productivity rate of a flock of sheep. This issue also includes articles on a litchi farmer in Mpum
39. 29 January - The Weekly Wrap
In this episode of the Weekly Wrap, Janine Ryan discusses what readers can expect from the 29 January issue of Farmer’s Weekly. Featured in this issue is a Boer goat farming business in Mpumalanga that has gone from strength to strength as demand for goat meat expands. Also included in this issue is a story about an apple farmer in Elgin, who through regenerative farming principles and improved ro
38. 15 & 22 January - The Weekly Wrap
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 15 and 22 January combined issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Denene Erasmus.
This week’s main features include an article that looks at the major trends that will dominate food consumption habits in South Africa in 2021, a production article on grow
37. 1 & 8 January - The Weekly Wrap
In this week of the Weekly Wrap, Janine Ryan and Sindira Chetty speak about the 1 and 8 January issue of Farmer’s Weekly. This issue is the New Year issue, and includes commodity outlooks for 2021.
Chetty and Ryan elaborate on the outlook for the economy and land reform in 2021, as well as the outlooks for the red meat and poultry sectors, as well as the outlooks for avocados, nuts, maize and whe
36. 18 & 25 December - The Weekly Wrap
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the final edition of Farmer’s Weekly for 2020. In this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Denene Erasmus and Sindira Chetty, the focus is not only on the top articles from the 18 and 25 December special edition of the magazine, but Erasmus and Chetty also reflect on their most memorable
35. 11 December - The Weekly Wrap
In this episode of the Weekly Wrap, Janine Ryan speaks about the highlights of the 11 December issue. These include a South Devon stud that keeps on breaking records; a high-density mango orchard pioneer aiming to produce 100t/ha; a study that shows that genetically-adapted cattle breeds handle heat stress better; why the DA wants farm attacks to be labelled ‘hate’ crimes; and using bats to battle
34. 4 December - The Weekly Wrap
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 4 December issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Denene Erasmus.
This week’s issue comes with a special pull-out section featuring all the finalists and winners from the 2020 Agricultural Research Council’s National Beef Performers Awards.
This week’s
33. 27 November - The Weekly Wrap
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 27 November issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Sindira Chetty.
In the main feature article, we learn how genetics and technology drives dairy production profitability at one of SA's top Jersey studs. A commercial grain farmer from the Eastern Cape
32. 20 November - The Weekly Wrap
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the main articles featured in the 20 November issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Julinda Schroeder.
This week we tell the story of Johan Erasmus, one of the pioneers of the Boran cattle breed in South Africa and a farmer mentor from Derby in North West; take a closer look at a s
31. 13 November - The Weekly Wrap
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 13 November issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Janine Ryan.
This week’s main feature articles discuss the threat of mycotoxins in animal feed to animal health and food security, as well as the sunny outlook for solar power in South Africa. Farmer’s
30. 6 November – The Weekly Wrap
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 6 November issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Denene Erasmus.
This week’s main feature articles include a piece on which crops and countries in Africa currently offer the greatest farming investment opportunities. FW also profiles a farmer from Khaye
29. 9 October - The Weekly Wrap
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and hear about the articles featured in the 9 October issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Denene Erasmus.
This week’s main feature is about South Africa’s new online platform for hiring farm equipment. There is also a feature on a veteran Santa Gertrudis breeder who shares some insight on succes
28. 25 September - The Weekly Wrap
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 25 September issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Denene Erasmus.
This week’s main feature articles include a profile on a beef cattle producer who is on a quest to breed ‘the perfect Brahman’, and a guide for grain producers on getting nematodes under
27.18 September – The Weekly Wrap
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 18 September issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Denene Erasmus.
Our main feature this week discusses why a comprehensive and all-inclusive budget is critical to the success of any farming business. We also have an article on how the COVID-19 lockdown
26. 11 September - The Weekly Wrap
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 11 September issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this latest episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Denene Erasmus.
Our main feature this week looks at how digital technologies are revolutionising auctions, resulting in better exposure for sellers and a broader purchasing base for buyers.
Some
25. 4 September – The Weekly Wrap
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and learn about the articles featured in the 4 September issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this latest episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Denene Erasmus.
Some of the articles discussed in this week’s show include a report on the latest research conducted on nematode-resistant sweet potato cultivars and a profile about one of the ear
24. 28 August - The Weekly Wrap
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and get a sneak peek of the 28 August issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this latest episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Denene Erasmus.
Some of the articles discussed in this week’s show include a special focus on soil health and conservation farming, as well as an article about the machinery and equipment farmers can use to make a p
23. 21 August - The Weekly Wrap
Listen to some of the latest news from the farming sector and get a sneak peek of the 21 August issue of Farmer’s Weekly in this latest episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, presented by Denene Erasmus.
Some of the articles discussed in this week’s show include the profile of a young farmer from KwaZulu-Natal who is running a profitable business rearing broilers in his backyard, and his plans for gr
22. 14 August - The Weekly Wrap
In this latest episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, Denene Erasmus, editor of Farmer’s Weekly, tells listeners about some of the features from the 14 August issue that will be in stores from 7 August to 14 August.
The cover features, which are discussed in the podcast, include an article about a Free State farmer who decided to stop grain production and instead concentrate fully on producing plante
21. 7 August - The Weekly Wrap
In this latest episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, Denene Erasmus, editor of Farmer’s Weekly, discusses some of the features from the 7 August issue, which will be in stores from 31 July to 7 August.
In this week’s issue, Dr Danie Odendaal, director of the Veterinarian Network and veterinary herd health consultant, writes about a complete, 12-month herd management and traceability system that he h
20. 31 July – The Weekly Wrap
In this latest episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, Denene Erasmus, editor of Farmer’s Weekly, discusses some of the features from the 31 July issue, which will be in stores from 24 July to 31 July.
This week readers can learn more about tractor tyres and traction in an article that focuses on the effect of tyre pressure and tractor ballasting on fuel efficiency and productivity.
Also read about wh
19. 24 July – The Weekly Wrap
Farmer’s Weekly is back on shelf with a new edition every week and in this latest episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, Denene Erasmus, editor of the magazine, talks about some of the features from the 24 July issue, which will be in stores from 17 July to 24 July.
Earlier this year, the Biggs family from the Eastern Cape sold a proven Nguni herd sire for a world-record price of R310 000. In the 24
18. 17 July - The Weekly Wrap
In the latest episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, Farmer’s Weekly editor Denene Erasmus discusses more of the features from the 17 July issue of Farmer’s Weekly, which will be in stores from 10 July to 17 July. With this issue, Farmer’s Weekly resumes its regular weekly printing schedule, which means that readers can again look forward to a new magazine every week.
The 17 July issue features farme
17. 10 July - The Weekly Wrap
In the latest episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, Farmer’s Weekly editor Denene Erasmus discusses more of the features from the 3 & 10 July double issue of Farmer’s Weekly, which will be in stores from 26 June to 10 July. She also highlights some of the top-performing news articles on farmersweekly.co.za (Links below).
In one of the main features in this issue, Farmer’s Weekly spoke to some farmer
16. 3 June - The Weekly Wrap
In the latest episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, Farmer’s Weekly editor Denene Erasmus discusses some of the features and news from the 3 & 10 July double issue of the magazine. This issue will be on shelf from the 26th of June until 10 July.
This issue of Farmer’s Weekly places the spotlight on those investment decisions that have paid off well for farmers. In one article we interview some of t
15. 26 June - The Weekly Wrap
In the latest episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, Farmer’s Weekly editor Denene Erasmus speaks to Wandile Sihlobo, chief economist at Agbiz, about his book ‘Finding Common Ground: Land, Equity and Agriculture’ that will be officially launched on 23 June. They discuss some of the major themes in this book including land reform and agricultural development.
For details on joining the webinar for the
14. 19 June - The Weekly Wrap
In the latest episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, Farmer’s Weekly editor Denene Erasmus discusses some of the features and news from the 19 & 26 June double issue of Farmer’s Weekly.
This issue will be on shelf from next week until the end of June. Farmer’s Weekly anticipates, according to Erasmus, that should South Africa remain under level 3 or a lower level of the COVID-19 lockdown, the magazi
13. 12 June - The Weekly Wrap
In the latest episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, Farmer’s Weekly editor Denene Erasmus discusses more of the features from the 5 + 12 June double issue of Farmer’s Weekly. Erasmus focuses on Trudi and Rina Kasselman of Kasselhoft estate near Leeudoringstad in the North West. The Kasselmans grow lavender and rosemary, and distil oil from these herbs for the production of a range of value-added pro
12. 5 June - The Weekly Wrap
In the latest episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast Farmer’s Weekly editor Denene Erasmus gives listeners a preview of the top news and feature articles from the 5 & 12 June double issue of Farmer’s Weekly.
The magazine will be on shelf for the first twee weeks of June.
Top news stories in this issue include an update on the 2020 production outlook for summer grains and oilseeds, well as a discussion
11. 22 May – The Weekly Wrap
In the latest episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast Farmer’s Weekly editor Denene Erasmus and journalist Sabrina Dean give listeners a preview of the top news and feature articles from the 22 & 29 May double issue of Farmer’s Weekly.
The magazine will be on shelf from Monday, 18 May until the end of the month.
Top news stories in this issue include an update on the outlook for wheat supplies given c
10. 15 May - The Weekly Wrap
In this episode of the Weekly Wrap podcast, Farmer’s Weekly editor, Denene Erasmus, and journalist, Sabrina Dean, discuss the top stories featured in the 15 May issue of the magazine. Erasmus also provides an update on how the recently announced closure of Caxton Magazines will affect Farmer’s Weekly.
In this first delivery of the Weekly Wrap podcast to air after the end of the hard lockdown, lis
9. Special Covid-19 Report -Smallholders - The Weekly Wrap
The focus of our special Covid-19 pandemic Weekly Wrap podcast series now turns to smallholder and emerging farmers, and the impact of Covid-19, and related restrictions on trade, on these farmers as Farmer’s Weekly speaks to Aggrey Mahanjana, group managing director of the National Emergent Red Meat Producers’ Organisation.
South Africa’s five-week long, hard lockdown will be ever so slightly ea
8. Special Covid-19 Report - Agribusiness part 2 of 2 - The Weekly Wrap
In this second part of a special two-part edition of the Weekly Wrap podcast, Dr John Purchase, CEO of Agbiz, in an interview with Farmer’s Weekly journalist Sabrina Dean, explains in more detail how the coronavirus disease (Covid-19) pandemic and related restrictions have affected various farming industries and agribusinesses.
Listen to this second part of Farmer’s Weekly journalist, Sabrina Dean
7. Special Covid-19 Report - Agribusiness part 1 of 2 - The Weekly Wrap
In this special two-part edition of the Weekly Wrap podcast, Farmer’s Weekly journalist Sabrina Dean speaks to Dr John Purchase, CEO Agbiz, about how the COVID-19 lockdown has affected agribusiness and food supply in South Africa.
In this fourth instalment of our special coronavirus disease (Covid-19) pandemic podcast series Farmer’s Weekly editor, Denene Erasmus, brings us the good news that des
6. Special Covid-19 Report - Fresh Produce - The Weekly Wrap
In this special edition of the Weekly Wrap podcast by Farmer’s Weekly SA, Sabrina Dean speaks to Jaco Oosthuizen, CEO of the RSA Group, about the new normal for fresh produce markets and market agents during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown. We also hear from Farmer’s Weekly editor, Denene Erasmus, about news making headlines in the world of farming.
In this third episode of our special coronaviru
5. Special Covid-19 Report - Labour - The Weekly Wrap
In this second episode of our special coronavirus disease (Covid-19) pandemic podcast Farmer’s Weekly SA editor, Denene Erasmus again highlights how the publication has adapted to keep readers up to date with news and information relevant to the sector and the public at large during this critical period. She also shares a quick update on some of the top news articles up on the Farmer’s Weekly webs
4. Special Covid-19 Report - Citrus - The Weekly Wrap
In this first episode of our special coronavirus disease (Covid-19) pandemic podcast series Farmer’s Weekly editor, Denene Erasmus, gives an update on how the publication has adapted to keep readers up to date with news and information relevant to the sector, and the public at large, during this critical period. Despite not being able to print the magazine during April, Farmer’s Weekly has increas
3. 27 March - The Weekly Wrap
Welcome to the first official episode of The Weekly Wrap!
In this podcast, we discuss the 27 March issue of Farmer’s Weekly, which focuses on new farm technology, as well as skills development.
The features in this issue include information about the latest trends and developments in irrigation, and an article on some of the best mobile apps available to make life easier for farmers. We also loo
2. 20 March - The Weekly Wrap
Welcome to the last warm-up for the official Farmer’s Weekly podcast series, The Weekly Wrap.
In this podcast, we discuss the 20 March issue of Farmer’s Weekly, and look at the current marketing trend in the wine industry, as well as a Western Cape farmer who is determined to not only keep his soil healthy, but also to make conservation a profitable venture.
We also take discuss the recent Grain
1. 13 March - The Weekly Wrap
Welcome to the first warm-up episode of the official Farmer’s Weekly podcast.
In this episode, we discuss the 13 March issue of Farmer’s Weekly, and the importance of implementing a livestock identification and traceability system in South Africa. The issue of traceability has become particularly important in recent months, due to the foot-and-mouth disease outbreaks last year.
We also discuss t
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