Corn cricket: what you need about this crop pest

The corn cricket occurs in most regions, and is well-adapted to living in dry, arid or semi-arid habitats, where it is active during the day.

Canola pests

Identifying the mites, aphids, fleas and worms that prey on this crop and the importance of regular inspections for infestations.

Vegetable sowing and planting guide

Planting vegetables at the optimum time will increase yields and profits. The department of agriculture suggests the following guideline for vegetables that can still be planted in the coming months.

Growing canola

An overview of the cultivation practices for this potentially lucrative crop.

About canola

Canola production in SA is usually lower than demand and favourable prices can therefore be achieved.

Know your crop pests: White cabbage butterfly

The butterfly is large and strong-flying with a wingspan of 5,5cm. Both sexes are creamy-white, with a black head, thorax and abdomen.

Growing cabbages – Part 2

Here are useful cultivation tips for this highly popular vegetable.

How dung beetles can help you

The beneficial role played by insects in agriculture should not be underestimated, and this is certainly true of dung beetles, says Paul Donovan.

Growing cabbages – 1

This vegetable is popular throughout the world because of its adaptability to a wide range of climatic conditions, ease of production and storage, and food value.