Agriculture, Farming & Livestock

The South African government has prioritized a reduction of poverty and increased food security in rural parts of South Africa through agrarian transformation. As the bearers and beneficiaries of rural development initiatives, smallholder farmers, including those keeping livestock, loom large in this arena.

Deals with a range of agricultural subjects and enterprises. This volume presents 150 thumb rules, which can save time and effort. It serves as a guide to natural resources (climate, vegetation, soil and water), and includes information on veld management, land assessment, agricultural engineering and irrigation.