Dealing with powdery mildew
Unless a cucurbit variety has genetic resistance to powdery mildew, you will have to deal with this fungal disease at some stage.
Know your pests: Aphids
All aphids share the same basic body structure. They are small and soft-bodied with a tear-drop shape and sucking mouthparts. Their success is in part due to the prolific asexual...
Know your crop pests
In the coming months, entomologist Paul Donovan will explain how to identify crop pests and suggest various measures to control them.
Farming hydroponically – part 3
Hydroponics is a popular way to grow vegetables because of the high quality of the produce and efficient water use. If you use a greenhouse, you can supply vegetables out...
Carrot pests and diseases
Protecting carrots from nematodes, leaf and bacterial blight and white mould.
Spinach: a step-by-step guide on how to grow it
Spinach is a cool weather crop that doesn’t grow well in hot summer months when the days are long. The best temperature for growing spinach is between 16ºC and 24ºC.
Solving soil problems improves uptake
Compost can make soil healthier and more productive without costing the earth.
Protecting your plants
One of the most important functions of the food web is to suppress pests and diseases.
A guide to growing carrots
A short overview on carrots for those interested in producing these nutritious vegetables.
