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Waterlogged conditions in vineyards
When soil is saturated with water, the soil water content is above field capacity. This is known as waterlogged conditions, as observed during floods or over-irrigation.
By Callie Coetzee · 6 min read
Detection and quantification of black foot disease and crown and root rot pathogens in grapevine nurseries
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of different rotation crops used by nurseries on BFD and CRR pathogens by detecting and quantifying these patho
By Doronae · 9 min read
Highlights of the 2019 Gen-Z cover crop demos
The benefits of establishing a cover crop in the vineyard work row have been well documented and include increased soil organic matter, improved soil structure,
By Emma Carkeek · 10 min read
Soil preparation - think before you do
The cost of establishing new vineyard blocks is approximately R300 000 per hectare, and soil preparation constitutes about 10 - 15% of this expense.
By Johan de Jager · 8 min read
Managing for optimum root health
Plant health is dependent on root health which is ultimately dependent on soil health.
By Prabashnie Ramouthar · 19 min read
Winery wastewater irrigation (Part 1): Annual dynamics of volumes and quality at two wineries
The objective of this study was to investigate the annual dynamics of winery wastewater volumes and quality at two different wineries.
By Reckson Mulidzi & Carolyn Howell · 18 min read
The fascinating world of terroir in winemaking (Part 1): How nature, tradition and science come together
In the first part of the Terroir series, we explain the concept of terroir. Then, we will look at the different elements influencing the terroir concept, starting with soil.
By Anton Nel · 12 min read
The soil beneath our feet
Recent weather across the Cape has offered a reminder that farming is increasingly defined by extremes. Heavy rain, flooding, cold fronts, strong winds, and sudden changes in seasonal patterns are part of the reality producers are managing on the ground, forcing them to reconsider how they can…
By SA Wine Industry · 4 min read
