ARTICLES
Benefits of winter cover crops in a mixed farming system
April 2018
GERRIE TRYTSMAN, ARC-Animal Production
With a total of only 14% land suitable for arable cropping, South Africa is not well endowed with resources for...
KI ontsluit nuwe geleenthede vir landbou
Kunsmatige intelligensie (KI) word beskou as die volgende revolusionêre konsep (na die koms van die internet) wat die manier waarop ons besigheid doen dramaties gaan verander. KI is reeds in 1956 die eerste keer...
Staygreen in maize: the science behind the term
In modern maize production, staying green isn’t just a visual cue – it’s a measurable advantage and sign of a healthy, powerful crop. Understanding...
“Staygreen”: Die wetenskap agter mielies wat langer groen bly
In moderne mielieproduksie is mielies se vermoë om langer groen te bly nie net ’n visuele verskynsel nie – dit is inderwaarheid ’n meetbare...
Pivot sprinkler systems for efficiency and uniformity
When it comes to centre pivot irrigation, few things are as important as choosing the correct sprinkler package. While a trustworthy machine structure forms...
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