Fertiliser application is one of the more expensive aspects of establishing and maintaining a sugarcane crop.

SASRI conducts research and provides services to minimise the effects of diseases on crop production.

Several pests affect sugarcane but, fortunately, there are only a few major pests that cause serious economic harm.

Since replanting is an expensive exercise that must generate returns over the following decade, it is important to choose varieties wisely.

Weeds pose a serious problem in the South African sugar industry and, in extreme cases, can lead to complete crop failure.

SASRI has been a long-standing proponent of sustainable sugarcane cultivation, supported by decades of research.