Know your crop pests: Black citrus aphid
The black citrus aphid is a pear-shaped aphid about 2mm long.
Diatomaceous earth – natural and effective
Diatomaceous earth has been used the world over for decades as a
means of pest control.
Mulching: what it is, and how to do it properly
This proven method protects the soil year-round and suppresses weeds.
Know your crop pests: Cabbage looper
The cabbage looper is typically mottled and greyish-brown, with a wingspan of 4cm.
About Botrytis
This fungal disease can decimate crops, warns Paul Donovan.
Know your crop pests: Red spider mite
The male of the red spider mite is 0,5mm in length, with the female being slightly larger.
Fertilising beans
With dry beans, general fertility is better than direct fertilisation.
Growing beans
An overview of seedbed preparation, planting and harvesting.
Dry beans: learn how to get into the business
Dry beans are legumes that come from seed pods that tend to split when mature. It is cheaper and has more protein than an equal amount of red meat.
Know your crop pests: Cutworm
As moths, both sexes of the cutworm have pale brown to greyish forewings with black lines and irregular markings.
Growing proteas: step-by-step guide
Also known as the sugarbush, this fynbos species is cultivated for the cut-flower market.
Inoculating legume crops
When legume crops are inoculated, the plants produce their own nitrogen, saving you a great deal of money.
