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Irrigation strategy and trellis system (Part 2): Yield of Pinotage grapevines in the Breede River Valley region
The primary objectives of the study were to determine during what stage(s) Pinotage is sensitive to water deficits, the most suitable irrigation strategy when water restrictions are imposed during periodic droughts, and if more grapes can be produced with the same volume of irrigation water when…
By Carolyn Howell · 23 min read
In-field fractional use of winery wastewater with raw water (Part 4): Grapevine and wine responses
The objective of this study was to determine the effect of irrigation with in-field fractional use of winery wastewater with raw water on grapevine growth, yield and wine characteristics.
By Carolyn Howell & Reckson Mulidzi · 26 min read
South Africa expects exceptional 2020 vintage despite COVID-19 lockdown
South Africa’s 2020 wine grape crop is expected to yield exceptional wines.
By Anton Pretorius · 6 min read
Grapevine fanleaf virus
Grapevine fanleaf virus is considered one of the damaging grapevine viruses and has a notable impact on the lifespan, yield and fruit quality of the vine. Consequently, the fanleaf virus has a major economic impact on the wine industry.
By Hennie Visser · 4 min read
Drought tolerance of different scion cultivars (Part 1): Introduction
The objective of the study was to assess the vegetative growth, yield and wine quality response of selected alternative and reference wine grape scion cultivars to dryland conditions in the Swartland region of South Africa.
· 14 min read
Drought tolerance of different scion cultivars (Part 2): Soil water status
The objective of the study was to assess the vegetative growth, yield and wine quality response of selected alternative and reference wine grape scion cultivars to dryland conditions in the Swartland region of South Africa.
· 16 min read
Crop control can reduce quality
A respectable grapevine yield, in combination with optimally ripe, quality fruit, is of paramount importance towards the goal of sustainable grape farming. Crop
By Doronae · 7 min read
Vineyard row orientation (Part 4) - growth and yield
Terroir factors, such as soil and climate, together with cultivation practices, have layered and integrated effects on growth, yield, grape and wine quality, an
By Kobus Hunter & Neels Volschenk · 11 min read
Bayer: The control of mealybugs on grapes
Safeguarding your grape crops to ensure a healthy, robust harvest and optimum yield performance this season asks for quality crop protection products. Investing
By Sponsored Content · 4 min read
Versatility of Cape Winelands in the Terroir spotlight
The Novare SA Terroir Wine Awards is a showcase of the versatile wine terrains which yield numerous top quality wines from well-known and lesser known grape cul
By SA Wine Industry · 3 min read
Trellis effects on wine composition (Part 1): Background
Trellising systems are driving the mechanisms that alter canopy microclimates, consequently affecting yield and quality of grapes.
By Astrid Buica, Valeria Panzeri & Hilaria Iipinge · 7 min read
