To produce, buy and sell livestock can be grueling. But mastering this farming practice and understanding the ins and outs of the red meat market is possible and this week we’re sharing a glossary to explain the common terms used and how it operates for new farmers. 

We’re back with our AECI Plant Health segment focusing on the squash mosaic virus. Simon Louw, technical advisor at AECI Plant Health joins us to identify it and ways to treat this common threat, especially if you’re a new farmer.

Our agri 101 features Modikoe Musi, founder of Musi foods and atchar business he started in his mother’s kitchen to inspire hope.

Our book of the week is, The Soil will save us by Kristin Ohlson. And, our farmer tip of the week comes from Thabo Skhosana, New Castle KZN, dairy farmer.