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Effect of yeast species on red wines
Introduction
By Phillip Minnaar, Neil Jolly, Zama Ngqumba and Valmary van Breda · 8 min read
"Weed" species suitable for cover crop management in vineyards
Cover crop management is widely applied in the vineyards of South Africa.
By Doronae · 5 min read
Weevils in vineyards
A species-rich assemblage
By Pia Addison, Bonginkhosi Dlamini, Meshack Magagula, Julien Haran and Antoinette Malan · 2 min read
Meet the researcher: Bryan Kariuki Mundia
Wine fermentation is a complex microbial process, with different yeast species interacting with one another throughout fermentation. But what happens when one species is removed from the community?
By Adéle Changuion · 3 min read
Hail the hybrids
Most of the wine grape varieties we know and love come from the European species Vitis vinifera. Hybrid cultivars break the mould by crossing different Vitis species.
By Johannes Richter · 1 min read
Understanding and controlling Phomopsis ('streepvlek') in Western Cape vineyards
The primary aim of this project was to identify the specific Diaporthe (= Phomopsis) species responsible for Phomopsis cane and leaf spot (‘streepvlek’) and to assess the efficacy of fungicides currently in use.
By Lucinda Heyns, Palesa Lebenya, Lizel Mostert and Francois Halleen · 6 min read
Microbial monitoring and sanitation practices in wine cellars
Proper sanitation practices in wine cellars prevent the development of undesirable micro-organisms. Although the alcohol concentration of wines limits the micro
By Charl Theron · 7 min read
Communication perfected
After an exciting time in the communication industry Tessa de Kock of De Dock Communications has decided to call it a day. Wanda Augustyn talked to her about her best and worst moments in the business – and future plans.
By Wanda Augustyn · 5 min read
Grape associated fungal communities are influenced by farming practices
Introduction
By Tristan Porter and Evodia Setati · 9 min read
Cabernet Sauvignon responses to irrigation using winery wastewater
Introduction
By Sandile · 10 min read
The use of barrel technology for uniform barrels
All winemakers know that individual barrels differ. Although it may sometimes be beneficial and offer variation to wines, a barrel can influence the sustainabil
By Sandile · 4 min read
