Hierdie week het Plaas TV weereens vir interessante kykstof gesorg en vandag is #kykweervrydag. Hier is ’n opsomming van dié week se episodes:
- Why should stud breeders use genomics for parentage verification? Jason Reding of SA Stud Book elaborates on this topic.
- Nestled at the foot of the Sneeuberg mountains, just north of Graaff-Reinet, Wellwood Merino Stud has been a cornerstone of South Africa’s Merino breeding since 1838. Founded by the Rubidge family, this historic farm has been passed down through six generations, each dedicated to breeding superior Merino sheep. With a commitment to quality and innovation, Wellwood continues to be one of the most respected studs in the country, setting the standard for excellence in the industry. Plaas Media’s Carin Venter paid a visit to this exceptional stud and spoke to Richard Rubidge about their breeding practices.
- Donald Trump’s recent inauguration promises shifts in trade agreements, tariffs, and international diplomacy, which could have an affect local farming practices, exports, and the agricultural economy in South Africa. Well known politician, Theo Venter, now elaborates on this.
- Die spreekwoord lui: “Nuwe jaar, nuwe dinge” en dit is presies wat op die RPO se spyskaart vir 2025 is. Dr Frikkie Maré kuier in die Plaas TV-ateljee om hieroor uit te brei.
- Amy Williams of Scotston Farms near Barberton in Mpumalanga was awarded one of the winners in the Mentor of the Year Award during the 2024 ARC National Beef Performers Awards. She now shares some words of wisdom with us.
- South African farmers can be assured that agriculture is particularly important for South African leaders. Wandile Sihlobo, the Chief Economist of the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz), also part of the Presidential Economic Advisory Council (PEAC), shares his opinion on what the coming year has in store.
- ‘n Hoogtepunt op die Boran-kalender is die jaarlikse versveiling wat binnekort plaasvind. Christoper Havenga vertel ons nou meer.
