The amended regulations to the Fertilizer, Farm Feeds, Agricultural Remedies and Stock Remedies Act, 1947 which replace the previous Regulations relating to Agricultural Remedies as Published on 22 September 2006 as amended on 11 July 2008.
Cutworm control must start before the first larva hatches. With maize planting season fast approaching, growers need to do their planning now, especially if they want to apply the 35-day principle in time.
Nematodes, microscopic worms that inhabit the soil, pose a greater risk to South African growers than they may realize.
An American variant of the well-known pigweed can severely impact local food production. However, Ingrid Boshoff, technical lead: herbicides at Syngenta South Africa, explains how this weed can be successfully controlled and eradicated when early, quick and effective action is taken.
Introduction Photo above by Eric Brehm on Unsplash Chemical crop protection is a worldwide industry with the primary aim to protect and secure safe food production. It is all inclusively referred to as the plant science industry. Products in this industry are commonly referred to as pesticides or agrochemical products, which play a vital role in controlling the […]
