Tse leshome: the Rustler’s Valley blogs
By Craig Macaskill Posted 2018-03-06 In Blog Rustler’s Valley (part I): the rumour Rustler’s before Earthrise TrustRustler’s Valley (Part II): What problem do you most want to solve? Possibilities: a sketch by Gino Govender (Earthrise Trust)Rustler’s Valley (Part III): the hike An early morning look at the scenery that has drawn visitors for decadesRustler’s Valley (Part IV): return to the lodge Jappie Lephatsi speaks […]
Tourism and agriculture
Introduction Establishing accommodation on your farm to encourage getaways or tourism can be a second revenue stream. It also communicates the farmer’s story to the public. Rural tourism is a concept which covers tourist activity devised and managed by local people, and based on the strengths of the natural and human environment. Ecotourism is about travelling to […]
Water
Water usage in agriculture, Water purification and recycling solutions, Municipalities and the delivery of water services, water legislation and strategy
Wine and wine grapes
Introduction The Cape wine-growing areas, situated in the narrow viticultural zone of the southern hemisphere, mainly have a Mediterranean climate. The mountain slopes and valleys form the ideal habitat for the wine grape Vitis vinifera, the products of which have given pleasure to humankind for many centuries. Long, sun-drenched summers and mild, wet winters contribute to […]
Speciality fibre production
Introduction Speciality fibres refer in general to those natural hairs or wools that enhance garments in some way, be it in terms of warmth, handle, or lustre. The very nature of many of these fibres is such that the environment in which the animals live contributes to the properties of warmth in particular that makes […]
Lowering of food standards in UK a result from any trans-Atlantic deal?
By Craig Macaskill Posted 2018-01-17 In Blog On Tuesday, The Guardian reported concern in the UK about any US-UK free trade deal. Several practices, outlawed in the EU are accepted in the US. These are listed as: Chlorine-washed chicken (banned in the EU). Hormone-treated beef (banned in the EU). Ractopamine in pork (banned in the EU). Chicken […]
Wildlife ranching
Introduction The wildlife sector comprises 3 sub-sectors: wildlife ranching, wildlife activities, wildlife products. a) Wildlife ranching: The primary activities: breeding live sale of animals. Secondary contributors: Live captures Translocation Services Veterinary Services Fencing and maintenance b) Wildlife activities Primary activities: Wildlife Viewing Trophy Hunting Biltong Hunting Secondary contributors: Accommodation Transport Equipment & Supplies (Arms, Ammunition etc.) […]
Gamebirds and other poultry
Introduction This page looks at poultry like gamebirds, waterfowl, pheasants, turkeys and quail – birds not covered on our “Poultry” and “Birds and farming” pages. This whether they are hosted or actively farmed. Not only have gamebirds played a major role in human survival throughout ancient history, but all domestic turkeys and chickens also originate […]
Owl-inspired wisdom solves mystery
By Craig Macaskill Posted 2017-12-15 In Blog A conservation superhero has turned crime fighter, as the special owls he saves have led the way to a nest of stolen vehicles. Early on Tuesday morning, 5 December, the manager of the Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT) Birds of Prey Programme, Dr Gareth Tate saw that, as usual, his Ford […]
Fisheries and the ocean economy
Deep-sea trawling, hake, Operation Phakisa, rock lobster, sardines, pilchards, abalone, squid, tuna, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing