Redaksie | Editorial
J
ust yesterday I saw an advertisement
that made me realise how fast the year
is running out
ing aspects, with our main focus on agroecology, inter alia touching on the differences
between agro-ecological farming and organic
“CHRISTMAS MARKET: 6 OCTOBER” farming. We also investigate the possibility of
organic hydroponics.
Yes, believe it or not, but we are almost there
On a financial note, experts share some
and I’ve only just got into the habit of writing
thoughts on the implications and opportunities
2016 and not 2015 in letters, on cheques and
of BREXIT for South Africa and the necessity
other related correspondence.
for business decision makers and policy makers
What is actually worse is that I hoped to make to be pro-active and forward thinking towards
my first million in 2016 but realised that I’m not potentially capitalising on these; - a worthwhile
even close with only 3 more months to go.
read!
There is, however good news. The winter grain
in the Overberg and adjacent areas of the
Western Cape looks magnificent and many a
farmer in the area can look forward to a superb
and quality harvest. It is furthermore wonderful
news that the long awaited rains in large parts
of the drought stricken areas have arrived eventually.
Dr Gerhard Verdoorn helps us understand
pests, diseases, weeds and predation in context while Prof Maneveldt treats us to botanical
treasures of the ”marine kind”.
We trust you will enjoy this month’s edition.
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In this month’s edition of Agrikultuur/Culture we Until next time
have once again been able to provide our readers with a potpourri of articles on different farm-
Chris