SASRI’s isiZulu newsletter Ingede September 2020 is now available. This edition includes a message from SASRI and DARD Extension leadership, outlining the roles of different stakeholders in the planting and distribution of seedcane, as well as the DARD farmer registration process.
Other articles included in this edition…
This edition features several articles relevant to the planting season which has just commenced in many parts of the industry. Besides the regular features (Director’s Message, Topical Tips, Weather) there is news about the Longhorn Beetle, recommendations on maintaining late-season cane quality and the importance of diversifying your sugarcane varieties.
DetailsThe Fertiliser Agricultural Laboratory offers soil, leaf, water sources and salinity status analyses for a diverse range of crops at a competitive rate. It is vital that the grower/client understands every detail in these reports as there is value in each test that FAS runs on samples. As a result, FAS has created user guides to assist with understanding each of the packages that are on offer.
DetailsEspecially during this time of social distancing, furthering extension support to small-scale growers through digital resources is becoming more important than ever. Video clips are now being distributed to small-scale growers through WhatsApp. These videos can also be viewed on the SASRI YouTube channel or the SASRI Knowledge Hub. Audio podcasts of the May edition of SASRI’s popular isiZulu magazine, Ingede…
DetailsNutrient deficiencies are one of the most common causes of poor plant growth, pest and disease susceptibility and inadequate crop yields. These deficiencies are often a result of poor or incorrect fertiliser application. To assist with understanding more about the various nutrients, we have revamped our Nutrition series of Information Sheets.
DetailsThe latest edition of The Link is now available on the Knowledge Hub on our website. This month we have released a SPECIAL EDITION dedicated to Soil Organic Matter. Organic Matter improves soil health, water infiltration and water holding capacity, and reduces….
DetailsWe have just updated our Eldana Manual which contains easy-to-follow guidelines for managing eldana in sugarcane. SASRI’s best management practices (BMPs) for eldana…
DetailsWidespread flowering is expected this season in coastal areas of the following regions: South Coast, North Coast and Zululand (up to and including Umfolozi). However, in the northern irrigated regions…
DetailsThe 2020 edition of SASRI Mechanisation Reports 1 & 2 are now available. Report 1 has information and examples that will help in estimating the total cost of operating individual machines…
DetailsWe have just published a 2020 update of our Pest & Disease pocket guide. The guide contains a collection of pictures and identifiable traits for all common pests and diseases found in the South African sugar industry…
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