Technology

Reducing the height of forestry trees through genetic modification has advantages, say US researchers.

Correcting the soil’s pH and conserving its organic matter are key to improving plant response to fertiliser application. Robyn Joubert reports.

A re-designed cab and a folding auger with a pivoting spout option are among the new features on Case IH’s latest Axial-Flow combines. Joe Spencer reports.

Confronted by declining yields and rising input costs, Limpopo farming giant ZZ2 developed and implemented a system it termed natuurboerdery. Ecologist Erik Holm gave a progress report at the PestBiz Convention in Durban in August. Robyn Joubert was there.

A wide range of turf and lawn care equipment was on display at the recent Sunday Tribune Garden Show in Pietermaritzburg. Joe Spencer reports.

Now known as the ‘Spring Show’, the old Pretoria Show has become a genuine agricultural event. Joe Spencer reports.

Increased profits, exact management of land variability and enhanced environmental protection through better use of inputs – these are just some of the benefits of precision farming, according to US agricultural expert Dr Don Tyler. Peter Hittersay reports.

TürkTraktör recently became the first company in Turkey to achieve both energy management and emission quality certification. Joe Spencer reports.

This relatively unknown infectious retrovirus can go undetected for years. There is no effective treatment or efficient commercial vaccine but good biosecurity and management can play a role in prevention. Dr Jan du Preez explains.

Danatrac is now New Holland’s official distributor in Zambia. Joe Spencer reports.

As usual, local manufacturers showcased their products at the annual Nedbank Eston Show. Joe Spencer reports.

Participate in a research project studying South Africa’s unique black-seed grass – and stand a chance of being rewarded for your efforts.