Who bears the responsibility for safe pesticide use on dairy farms?
All farms need pesticides to control pest, plant diseases, and weed outbreaks from time to time. It is inevitable that hazardous pesticides may be required to control or eradicate these threats because less hazardous pesticides may not be registered or available to control such situations. This raises the question as to who bears the responsibility […]
New foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) regulations unpacked in plain English
Dr Mark Chimes will explain the new updated control measures relating to outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) published in Section 9(1) of the Animal Diseases Act, 1984 (Act 35 of 1984), in plain English, highlighting aspects that affect the dairy industry. Dr Chimes was appointed by the Ministerial Task Team on animal disease prevention and […]
An overview of the SA dairy industry regulatory landscape and amendment process
This webinar is a valuable two-part session presented by two leading experts in the dairy regulatory sphere, Anneke van Niekerk and Thabang Rampa. It is tailored for developers, brand owners, secondary manufacturers, and other dairy industry stakeholders seeking clarity on the evolving regulatory environment for dairy and dairy-related products. Anneke van Niekerk will provide an […]
Hygienic design – critical principles that underpin safe, efficient operations
Discover how hygienic design can transform food safety outcomes in dairy processing in this engaging and practical webinar. Through real-world insights and applied examples, you will learn how well-designed systems enable robust performance, reduce contamination risks, and protect product integrity. Join us to gain actionable knowledge that not only supports compliance but also enhances product […]
Potential milk quality defects as a result of foot-and-mouth disease
Cow mastitis is an inflammation of the mammary gland (udder) in cows, most often caused by bacterial infection, physical trauma, or chemical irritation. It is the most common and costly disease in the dairy industry, leading to decreased milk production, changes in milk quality, and, in severe cases, death. Key symptoms include swelling, redness, […]
Foot-and-mouth disease – where exactly are we now?
Dr Mark Chimes will separate fact from fiction and provide an update on what is being done and where South Africa currently stands in terms of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) control. He will unpack the realities, frustrations, failures and successes in combating FMD. There is widespread confusion, along with rumours, myths, misinformation, and half-truths circulating about […]