The aim of Farming management is to have background knowledge of the most important factors pertaining to the farmer as entrepreneur in South African agriculture. Farmers need a basic understanding of the principles and practices of management to develop a farming strategy in order to manage a farming unit successfully. These management and business functions need to be integrated within the farming business. Farmers must also have the relevant knowledge of the skills needed to apply the management functions and must be informed of all new technology available to improve their practices. It is important to have knowledge of the important aspects of estate planning and the advantages of insurance for the farming enterprise. Adopting Good Agricultural Practices on the farm will have beneficial consequences in the long run for the market, consumers and the environment.