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In their natural environment, wild game species have little need for supplementary feeding. This is because their free-ranging habits enable them to pursue more nutritious grazing and therefore satisfy their nutrient requirements. The advent of game farming, however,...
In their natural environment, wild game species have little need for supplementary feeding. This is because their free-ranging habits enable them to pursue more nutritious grazing and therefore satisfy their nutrient requirements. The advent of game farming, however,...
On 7 January 2019 an outbreak of Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in the Vhembe district of Limpopo caused a temporary suspension in the country’s FMD-free status, according to the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. With all the hype surrounding this...
Most herbivorous game, that is animals that eat and live off only plant matter, have no need for external supplementation if they are allowed to roam free and graze enough to be able to meet their nutritional requirements. In the case of game animals, however, these...
Despite public misconception, not all pigs are the same. In this article, we have highlighted the eight breeds of pigs that occur in South Africa, along with a short description and some of their traits.
As the world’s largest bird, the ostrich (Struthio camelus) weighs over 100kg and reaches a height of over 2m, with female ostriches being slightly smaller than the males.
It can often be difficult to distinguish between sheep and goats, especially as some sheep look like goats, but the two species rarely interbreed.
There are three types of ostriches found in South Africa. These three breeds have different characteristics and here’s how you can tell them apart.
From the exceedingly fluffy Angora rabbit to the huge Flemish giant and every other bunny in between, we’re decoding the terminology often used in rabbit breeding.
Feel like a fish out of water? Don’t worry — Epol has your back! This article will be aimed at explaining the general terminology in aquaculture that may not be common knowledge.
Feel like a fish out of water? Don’t worry — Epol has your back! This article will be aimed at explaining the general terminology in aquaculture that may not be common knowledge.
The domestic goat, Capra hircus, is farmed for many uses. In this article, we will break down the terminology in the goat industry that may not be common knowledge.
Cattle farming can be broken down into two sections, namely beef cattle and dairy cattle. In this article, we will be explaining the general terms for cattle when it comes to farming and handling.
We’ve set out to explain the terminology synonymous with the poultry world, that may not be part of common knowledge. So, let’s get scientific!
Dr Vlok Ferreira attended the Agri-Expo on Friday the 12th of October to present a talk on “Factors that influence cow productivity”.
Dr Vlok Ferreira attended the Agri-Expo on Friday the 12th of October to present a talk on “Factors that influence cow productivity”.
Dr Vlok Ferreira attended the Agri-Expo on Friday the 12th of October to present a talk on “Factors that influence cow productivity”.
Introduction Dr Vlok Ferreira, National Technical Manager - Ruminants, of RCL Foods, Molatek and Epol, attended the Agri-Expo on Friday the 12th of October to present a talk on “Factors that influence cow productivity”. He discussed the importance of understanding cow...
In this article we will be defining some of the lesser known terms regarding sheep physiology, breeding and industry.
An explanation of key phrases often found in the pig industry that may not be common knowledge. This article will define industry and general terms.
