Research & Technical
Mpumalanga-kultivarproef onder besproeiing op Davel/Bethal in 2024/25
Sowat 2.11% van die totale hektare onder aartappels in Suid-Afrika word deur 37 aartappelprodusente in die Mpumalanga-produksiegebied geplant. Die streek se aartappels word onder besproeiing geplant met die oog op…
Read MoreGrond en water: ’n Onafskeidbare vennootskap
Wêreldgronddag wat jaarliks op 5 Desember plaasvind, is verlede jaar onder die tema “Grond en water: ’n Bron van lewe” gevier. Wat die landbou betref, strek hierdie boodskap verder as…
Read MoreGlyphosate hormesis: Benefits and risks
Despite being lambasted by increasing cases of glyphosate-resistant weeds and negative press regarding human health concerns, glyphosate retains the titles it has earned over the past quarter of a century…
Read MoreNematode control: Can we do without fumigation?
Potatoes are mainly produced on intensively farmed land, which contributes to nematode-induced problems specific to the crop. Root-knot and lesion nematodes are recognised as one of the primary constraints in…
Read MoreThe concept of low flow-rate irrigation
Also known as continuous irrigation, low flow-rate irrigation (a form of low-rate drip irrigation) has the potential to push the limits of irrigation precision and water-use efficiency. In certain circumstances,…
Read MoreCover crops: A solution for nematode control
Nematodes pose a significant threat to potato production in South Africa. These microscopic pests attack the roots and tubers of potato plants. When infestation occurs early in the season, root…
Read MoreResearch Call for Proposals 2026 / 2027
With the 2026-2027 call for proposals, researchers are invited to prepare proposals for the following research fields: A more detailed explanation for each is provided in the link below Call…
Read MoreSandveld cultivar trial under irrigation at Aurora in 2024/25
The Sandveld production region accounts for approximately 13.5% (2024 harvest year) of South Africa’s total potato harvest, cultivated on approximately 6 942 ha across both summer and winter plantings. This…
Read MoreCeres cultivar trial under irrigation at Donkerbos in 2024/25
Producers in the Ceres production area plant approximately 1.27% of the total area under potatoes in South Africa. Potatoes for processing and table purposes are planted under irrigation (651 ha…
Read MoreTurning wastewater into gold
South Africa’s agroprocessing sector is a thriving industry consisting of both large, well-established companies and a growing number of small-scale enterprises. It is a very diverse industry, encompassing the processing…
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