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Temperature study in the Olifants River region
PHOTO 1. An example of the MCS486T temperature data logger provided by MC Systems.
By Doronae · 2 min read
Gen-Z interplanting project: preliminary results - Olifants River
Most role players in the industry are probably already aware of Vinpro’s Gen-Z vineyard project. The project is multidisciplinary and includes inter alia rootstock trials, clone gardens and cover crop plots.
By Gert Engelbrecht · 4 min read
Vineyard response to the floods in the Olifants River region during 2023
It is not uncommon for regional producers to see vineyards against the Olifants River under water during the winter months. It is usually a welcome sight and means that the catchment areas of the Olifants and Doring River Schemes received good rain.
By Gert Engelbrecht · 7 min read
In-field fractional use of winery wastewater with raw water (Part 5): Assessment of the below- and above-ground chemical status of grapevines in the lower Olifants River region
The objective of this study was to make an assessment of the below- and above-ground chemical status of the grapevines growing in the Lower Olifants River region.
By Carolyn Howell & Reckson Mulidzi · 11 min read
Potential water saving at high production vineyards
This case study in the Olifants River region was completed in the 2016 season and shows what can be done in terms of effective water usage on farm level.
By Doronae · 3 min read
Lutzville Vineyards - enrichment and development of knowledge
Lutzville, which is situated close to the Olifants River, was previously known as Vleermuijsklip after a rock formation outside the village. The rock formation
By Santi Basson · 3 min read
Get best vineyard practices at Winetech and Vinpro's info days
The wine industry calls on wine grape producers, winemakers and viticulturists to get the latest trends and best practices in wine grape cultivation at a series
By Anton Pretorius · 3 min read
Steady as we go towards 2024
A calculated peek into the future suggests a cautious, albeit steady, outlook, after a turbulent decade.
By Elona Hesseling · 5 min read
Nederburg crowned winery of the year
Nederburg is back! The Paarl based cellar was the Platter’s winery of the year – an accolade that they also received in 2011. Nederburg achieved no fewer than f
By Sandile · 5 min read
Cabernet Sauvignon responses to irrigation using winery wastewater
Introduction
By Sandile · 10 min read
Small but healthy harvest underway
South Africa’s wine grape harvest is expected to be not much bigger than in 2016, but healthy grapes with intense flavour and colour hold the promise of great w
By Doronae · 3 min read
