Most areas in South Africa are deficient in phosphate, and in order to meet the high phosphate requirements of breeding cows and growing calves, summer grazing should be supplemented wit...
As the seasons change and the first summer rains bring new pasture growth, livestock producers often look forward to improved grazing conditions. However, the transition from winter graz...
Phosphate is traditionally the only summer supplement in South Africa, but it often happens that phosphate alone during late summer and autumn is not always sufficient for optimal produc...
Ig Ferreira, Regional Director of Yara in South Africa, has retired after 42 years in the industry. The dynamic leader says, “agriculture is in my genes”. He emphasises the value of ...
Orange River Feeds’ (ORV) story is one of hard work and perseverance. The Botha brothers started ORV as a small feed facility, and today, it’s one of the largest feed companies in So...
The story of Orange River Feeds (ORV) is one of hard work and perseverance. What began in 1982 as a small feed plant started by the Botha brothers is today one of the largest feed compan...
A phosphate deficiency is not something you will immediately notice in your animals, but over time, you will notice the effects. Poor production and weak bones are signs of a phosphate d...
A phosphate deficiency is not something you will notice immediately in your animals, but over time you will notice it. Poor production and weak bones are signs of a phosphate deficiency ...
It is well-known that South Africa is a phosphate-poor country and the addition of phosphate especially during the summer months is nothing new for farmers. Salt phosphate licks are supp...
It is a known fact that rainfall and climate have an influence on veld and grass production. It is therefore important to know that the veld and the nutrients it can provide at a spe...
