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Vineyard biodiversity - how to put it to work using cover crops
Cover crops can deliver a range of benefits in the vineyard.
By Geoff Gurr, Jian Liu & Jason Smith · 9 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
What is a 'microbiome', and how does it relate to wine?
Have you ever wondered what gives your favourite bottle of wine its distinct character? Part of the answer lies in a world invisible to the naked eye, but crucially helping to shape the taste and quality of wines: the microbiome.
By Karien O'Kennedy · 6 min read
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
Microbial strategies for wine ethanol reduction
Introduction
By Debra Rossouw and Florian Bauer · 12 min read
Fusion of wine, fynbos, cattle, sheep and passion
PHOTO 1. On route to the PaardenKloof cellar.
By Doronae · 4 min read
Pioneers of GREEN innovation
Several South African producers have been changing the face of winemaking in innovative ways. Their reason? To create a better future.
By Carlin Cloete · 6 min read
CapeWine 2018 Speakers Announced
With exhibition space for South Africa’s triennial wine trade showcase completely sold out, CapeWine 2018 is set to yet again raise the bar as South African win
By Johannes Richter · 4 min read
An insider’s guide to the West Coast wine route
It’s an area where the place names are as diverse and unpretentious as its people and the wines they grow. Gifberg, Maskam, Kobee, Koekenaap, Knersvlakte, Bambo
By Carlin Cloete · 5 min read
BRIT sustainable winegrowing competition
Come join the competition! The Botanical Research Institute of Texas announces its 2019 sustainable winegrowing competition beginning on May 1 and running throu
By Johannes Richter · 3 min read
