Hydroponics: basic mistakes and how to avoid them
In the second instalment of our series on alternative crop production methods, international hydroponics consultant, Prof Gert Venter, highlights common mistakes made by farmers.
Beneficial insects can help farmers control pests
Crop farmers often unknowingly lump all insects into the ‘destructive’ category. However, according to Dr Annemie Erasmus of the Agricultural Research Council’s Grain Crops Institute, many are beneficial to crop...
Is hydroponics the answer to global food challenges?
In the first of a series on alternative crop production methods, international hydroponics consultant, Prof Gert Venter, explores hydroponics as a viable solution to global food security challenges, including water...
Ultrasonic sound used in drip irrigation line cleaning
An ultrasound cleaning technology for drip irrigation systems, produced by SA inventor Leon Lingnau and marketed as Greendrum, was proven to be highly effective during recent trials by the Agricultural...
A naturally potent biocide
Eco-Lyte is an environmentally-friendly disinfectant that eliminates pathogens. Gerhard Uys spoke to Rowan McDonald, chief technical officer at ECA Technologies Africa, about the new technology.
New rootstock evaluation protocol
The fruit industry is devising a new rootstock evaluation system to improve its competitiveness.
Super-efficient irrigation: tips for crop farmers
To ensure agricultural sustainability in South Africa, it is crucial that more efficient irrigation systems be implemented. Agricultural resource manager, Felicity Mitchell, explains how this can be achieved.
SA scientists lend a hand to control Australian wheat pest
The Russian wheat aphid (RWA), a pest well known to South African farmers, recently surfaced in Australia, and SA scientists are assisting with the development of RWA-resistant cultivars.
Study on origin of grassy savannas
The loss of Africa’s browsing antelope may threaten the future of savannas, a new study has found.
New low-chill apple varieties
The new Afri apple varieties could potentially extend the local season by two months.
The practicalities of effective greenhouse hygiene
The intensive but highly productive practice of growing crops in greenhouse environments lends itself to significant pest and disease threats. Paddy de Vries of Intense Agri Hydro provides valuable insights...
Computer vision technology set to improve crop health
The latest crop monitoring technology developed in Israel could soon be available in South Africa. Wilma den Hartigh spoke to Daniel Koppel of Prospera about its applications.
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