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Poultry farming: Tips to manage unpredictable weather patterns
12+ hour, 5+ min ago (893+ words) Changing weather patterns are increasingly shaping the way poultry farmers manage their operations in South Africa. From rising temperatures to colder and wetter periods, climate variability is affecting bird health, production efficiency, and the overall cost of raising poultry. According…...
Biosecurity to breeds: Master the art of egg production
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (883+ words) When it comes to egg production, farmers have to get everything right, from choosing the right breed to feed and the environment, all to make sure what reaches your home is fresh, safe, and nourishing. Managing a successful egg enterprise…...
Poultry industry on edge as winter bird flu threat looms
2+ day, 13+ hour ago (894+ words) South Africa's poultry industry has raised concerns over delays in the rollout of avian influenza vaccines, warning that current protocols are limiting uptake and leaving producers vulnerable ahead of the high-risk winter season. In an exclusive interview with Food For…...
Bongeka’s backyard business grows from 100 to 3000 broilers
3+ week, 5+ day ago (867+ words) Ever since she can remember, entrepreneurship has been part of Bongeka Vilakazi's daily life. Growing up with both parents and grandparents between Umlazi and Ndwedwe in KwaZulu-Natal provided structure, consistency, and practical guidance from two generations." Now, the founder of…...