Tag: May 2020
ARTICLES
‘Farming is not for the lazy’
After completing his school education, Thokozani Hlatswayo (41) first worked for a firm making office furniture, later becoming the mainline operator. He then changed...
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 how genetics, physiology, and crop management interact to preserve staygreen...
“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...
Voorspel jou kuilvoer se snyvenster só
Mieliekuilvoer is die belangrikste deel van ’n gebalanseerde voerkraal- of melkeryrantsoen. Die stysel in mieliekuilvoer is die energiebron van die rantsoen en ook die...
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