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Irrigation duration - time to give water... but how much is enough?
The answer to this question is complex and dependent on a whole series of factors. In this article, we investigate the factors a producer should consider regarding irrigation duration. We also look at a few hypothetical scenarios and suggestions.
By Gert Engelbrecht · 7 min read
The Tuscan hillsides of Italy
The Tuscan hillside combination of vineyards, olives and cypress trees.
By Doronae · 6 min read
What was the impact of the 2017-18 drought? - a case study using FruitLook data
In this article, the impact of the 2017-18 drought on the Western Cape agricultural sector is assessed using satellite-based data products available via FruitLo
By Ruben Goudriaan and co-workers · 9 min read
Plan your block layout with the help of soil classification and terrain analyses
Planting a vineyard is a long-term investment, and the decisions you make today will have a big influence on future success.
By Heinrich Schloms · 4 min read
Recompaction of soil in existing vineyards - causes and upliftment methods
Recompaction of the prepared soil before establishment is unavoidable due to normal soil processes, management practices and cultivation practices in the vineyard.
By Johan de Jager & Bennie Diedericks · 12 min read
Getting the most out of applied phosphorus (P) - understanding soil P relations in vineyard soils
The vineyard industry is evolving rapidly – new soil conditioners, precision tools and AI-driven decisions are becoming commonplace. Yet, as Jean-Baptiste Alphonse Karr famously wrote, “The more things change, the more they stay the same.”
By VIVIAN WHITE · 7 min read
Our living heritage
The word “heritage” usually conjures images of crumbling stone monuments or historical archives. However, a groundbreaking research project has reframed the conversation, positioning the vine itself as a form of living heritage – one that stands on the front lines of a shifting climate.
By SA Wine Industry · 5 min read
