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New insect identification service for the fruit and wine industry – the key to good management
Correct insect pest identification is a crucial first step for the implementation of effective Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs in the fruit and wine i
By Sandile · 4 min read
Are mulches useful for Integrated Pest Management?
The degradation of sensitive agro-ecosystems coupled with the loss of biodiversity, and the enhancement of crop production, crop yield, as well as the reduction
By Sandile · 5 min read
Cover crops enhance vineyard arthropod diversity
Intensive agriculture threatens arthropod biodiversity,1,2,3 impacts the functioning of ecosystems,4 and threatens the sustainable production of farming systems
By Marinus Geldenhuys, René Gaigher, James Pryke & Michael Samways · 17 min read
Borer beetle research leads the way at Vergelegen
An ongoing concern of tree-lovers is a dreaded pest known as the polyphagous shot hole borer beetle (PSHB). This tiny beetle bores into tree trunks, introducing a fungus that weakens and often kills the trees.
By SA Wine Industry · 5 min read
Crop Science Innovation Summit 2023: Bayer sees more than doubling of accessible markets and potential to shape regenerative agriculture on more than 400 million acres
Bayer announced on 20 June that its Crop Science Division will capitalize on opportunities presented by the shift to regenerative agriculture to grow in adjacent markets in addition to its core business of seeds, traits, crop protection and digital.
By SA Wine Industry · 9 min read
Managing for optimum root health
Plant health is dependent on root health which is ultimately dependent on soil health.
By Prabashnie Ramouthar · 19 min read
Collaboration to mitigate the risk of climate change
Every business owner should better understand and monitor external factors that influence the success or failure of their business.
By Gabrielle Redelinghuys · 5 min read
Under-vine living mulches
Broadleaf annuals are gaining popularity and are frequently being used as under-vine living mulches.
By Etienne Terblanche · 6 min read
Rooted in research - what science says about regenerative viticulture (Part 3)
This article is based on a recently published scientific review article. In the review article, the question was: ‘What science exists to support the efficacy of practices used in regenerative viticulture systems or approaches?’.
By Lucinda Heyns · 10 min read
