SASRI Progress Report 2020-21

SASRI Progress Report 2020-21

2020/21 SASRI Progress Report SASRI’s extensive research programme of work and various services it offers the industry, are summarised in this 2020/21 Progress Report. Read about the various research projects and development of several technologies that have supported...
Small-scale growers enlightened on drone ripening

Small-scale growers enlightened on drone ripening

SASRI is currently conducting a drone ripening project aimed at advancing cane quality management on a pilot scale in the small-scale grower (SSG) sector. The objectives of the project are: To establish regional partnerships between all internal and external...
Research Snippets 15 October 2021

Research Snippets 15 October 2021

Near infra-red spectroscopy for nutrient analysis in sugarcane SASRI continues to evaluate the potential of near infra-red spectroscopy (NIRS) as a rapid, low-cost diagnostic method for the measurement of essential macro- and micronutrients (other than N) in soil and...
The Ingede September 2021 now available!

The Ingede September 2021 now available!

The September 2021 issue of the Indege is now out! In this issue, Extension Manager for Small Scale and Land Reform Growers, Thulani Masondo, in conjunction with local Extension Officers, outline the importance of understanding and complying with the Sugar Industry...
The Link September 2021 now available!

The Link September 2021 now available!

The Link: September 2021 is now accessible on our website. SASRI Director, Terry Stanger, kicks off this edition by describing the six critical success factors embodied in SASRI’s new 5-year strategic plan. This is followed by four pages of timely sugarcane farming...