10 Things That Make Dairy Farming Profitable

10 Things That Make Dairy Farming Profitable

What does it take to keep a dairy farm profitable? Here are 10 things to keep in mind.   Good cows and herd grouping   Planning for changes in a dairy herd is one of the toughest things a farmer has to face. This may involve starting with new dairy animals,...
Managing Nutrient for Livestock Farms: Tips for Feeding

Managing Nutrient for Livestock Farms: Tips for Feeding

How can we maintain nutrient balance on livestock farms? Nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) from agricultural sources can affect water quality. These nutrients are required for plant and animal growth, but too much agricultural runoff can result in environmental and...
Benefits of Grapefruits

Benefits of Grapefruits

Grapefruits are low in calories but are full of nutrients, and an excellent source of vitamins A and C. Harvard Medical School states that grapefruit has a glycemic index of 25. This suggests that it does not significantly affect blood sugar and insulin levels. Many...
Types of Farming Systems in Africa

Types of Farming Systems in Africa

Africa is well endowed with natural resources and despite the large number of natural resources, 19 out of the 25 poorest countries in the world are found in Africa and income inequality is relatively high. You may also find that remote areas with marginal resources...
Kinds of Rice

Kinds of Rice

There are various kinds of rice, based on shape, colour, texture or even aroma. In this post, we’ll be taking a look at them, so that you can make an informed choice regarding which to buy, eat or plant Kinds of Rice Rice is high in complex carbohydrates,...