September 2020
Articles in this Issue
Fumigation to combat phytosanitary pests
Basics, benefits, and the rise of ethyl formate. By Grethe Bestbier. Worldwide, fumigation is recognized as an effective way of…
The six-legged hitchhiker
The tiny grain pest catching a ride on our fruit. By Grethe Bestbier. The grain chinch-bug — Macchiademus diplopterus —…
How are dosages determined?
We examine the science behind the numbers. By Anna Mouton. Growers know the dosage rates for chemicals because the numbers…
Time is money
Why optimal tractor speed matters. By Anna Mouton. South African apple growers are turning to high-density orchards because these promise…
Protect your crops with effective spray application
Expert insights into achieving good deposition. By Anna Mouton. Effective crop protection is conditional on effective spraying. Growers need to…
Forewarned is forearmed
New research projects will help growers plan for the future. By Anna Mouton. We could all use a crystal ball.…
Five factors affecting fruit set
Expert advice on getting the best out of your Japanese plums. By Anna Mouton. The past season was remarkable for…
Hot and bothered
The reasons behind the poor Japanese plum harvest. By Anna Mouton. Add the Japanese plum harvest to the list of…
The fundamentals of fruit set
What does it take to get from blossom to bin? By Anna Mouton. Technical input by Prof. Karen Theron, Chair…