Livestock health has a direct link to performance because some diseases or health conditions result in huge economic losses. Livestock health position is compromised by disease-causing organisms, predisposing factors related to environmental conditions, and livestock management such as nutrition and handling amongst others.
It is commendable that many modern farmers have upgraded from traditional farming methods - where farming was largely for prestige, to more business minded farming. Simply put, the pride of having hundreds of heads of cattle follow each other in a straight line is now something of the past as we know.
The Omaheke region will host a first-of-its-kind Agricultural Food Conference-Expo (Agri-food ConfEX), which is intended on addressing food insecurity in the region, with emphasis on maximising the region’s potential as a formidable food hub for its people.
The Gam Farmers Association wants the government to remove the Foot and Mouth Disease surveillance zone in the settlement and stop cattle from being quarantined for up to 31 days before they can be sold.
Selma Nandjila Nuuyoma is a poultry farmer in the Omusati region. Here, she shares her journey in business.
Determining whether it is best to confine your livestock to a closed space, such as a camp or kraal, is crucial for their survival.
Bank Windhoek will tomorrow host its third online Agriculture Series, a three-part live talk with agriculture minister Calle Schettwein as the series’ key speaker.
Jane Auala, a poultry farmer in the Khomas region, owns and runs Ontoko Poultry.
Lambing and kidding season is an important time for a small ruminant operation. The survival of newborn lambs and kids is paramount to the economic viability of the farm. The new lamb or kid crop is the product of investments and decisions regarding genetics, and the next generation sets the stage for the future of the flock or herd.
Certain parts of Namibia and South Africa can reach extremely low temperatures in winter, which can kill many plants and vegetable crops.