Technical Articles in this Edition
POWDERY MILDEW in SA vineyards
New research on the spread of grapevine powdery mildew is underway to help improve its management in the table-grape and wine industries.
Climate change science report for the Western Cape
Planning for an agricultural future in a changing climate must be based on the best available data and scientific analysis.
Extension briefs for February and March 2023
Integrated pest management, Grondgedraagde siektes, Citriculture, Geïntegreerde bemesting/integrated fertilisation, Fungicides.
Useful recommendations regarding foliar nutrition of citrus
Effective use of foliar nutrition of citrus orchards requires correct application practices.
SPILLING THE BEANS The coffee bean weevil on citrus
The coffee bean weevil was first reported to feed on citrus in 1885.
Spider Mites
Mite pests are a huge problem on many crops around the world. However, this hasn’t led to them being well-managed pests.
Besproeiingstegnologie
Produsente het toegang tot meer – en beter – tegnologie. Wat moet hulle weet om eersteklas opsies vir hulle boorde te kies?
SOIL-WATER POTENTIAL and plants at work
Knowing the physical properties of your soils is essential for optimal irrigation scheduling.
Sustainable agriculture needs ecological infrastructure
Ecosystem investment builds ecological infrastructure that enables sustainable agriculture.
Smart Orchard 2.0
Die vinnige toename in nuwe tegnologieë is ‘n gemengde seën vir vrugteprodusente.
Ozone and the treatment of superficial scald
The long-term cold storage needed to successfully export fresh fruit, can cause harm to the very produce it’s meant to protect.
Avocados travel better with ice
Dry ice as an excellent travel companion for avocados.
Grondwater
Wat het ongeveer die helfte van alle mense en gewasse op aarde in gemeen?













