Avocado Production: Nutrient Balance for Export Success (Part 2)
Welcome to Part 2 of our DRIS avocado production series. In Part 1, we explored the challenges behind inconsistent yields, the value of nutrient ratio analysis, and the importance of managing soil and sap data ahead of flowering and fruit set. In this follow-up, we continue with Phase 3, focusing on fruit development, nutritional translocation, […]
Avocado Production: Nutrient Balance for Export Success (Part 1)
Avocado growers know how unpredictable each season can be. One year, trees produce a heavy crop of small fruit; the next, poor flowering leaves volumes too low to meet export contracts. Add grey pulp, uneven fruit quality, and the ever-present risk of Phytophthora root rot, and maintaining profitable production becomes an ongoing struggle. In many […]
Hidden Threats for Brassica Roots: DRIS to the Rescue
The Hidden Threats Below the Surface Healthy-looking brassicas can sometimes inadvertently hide serious problems below the surface, targeting the roots. Rhizoctonia diseases, primarily caused by the soilborne fungus Rhizoctonia solani, and Plasmodiophora brassicae, which causes Clubroot, are two soil-borne pathogens that attack plant roots, weakening the plants by disrupting nutrient uptake. However, these pathogens have a […]
How Eco-Friendly Farming is Taking Root
Growing Green: The Future of Eco-Friendly Farming in South Africa Eco-friendly (also known as “green”) farming in South Africa is no longer a niche concept — it’s an essential part of building a sustainable agricultural future. While still a relatively small sector, eco-friendly farming is growing steadily as: Consumers demand healthier, more ethical food. Farmers […]
Greener Pastures: The Rise of Sustainable Cattle Feed
Feeding the Future: How South Africa’s Cattle Farmers Are Embracing Sustainable Feed Systems South Africa’s cattle feed industry is one of the most advanced in Africa — driving growth across the beef and dairy sectors. But behind the success of grain-intensive feedlots lies a growing challenge: sustainable farming. Did you know…? Around 75% of South […]
Crop Success in South Africa: Timing & Nutrient Management (Part 2)
From Soil Knowledge to Smart Action In our previous blog, we explored why soil health is the foundation of farming success and how the DRIS nutrient system helps farmers understand exactly what their soil and crops need. However, testing alone isn’t enough. To unlock the full potential of your fields, nutrients must also be applied […]
Soil Health in South Africa: Smarter Farming with DRIS (Part 1)
Why Soil Health Matters More Than Ever For South African farmers, no two fields are alike. A sandy plot in the Western Cape behaves very differently from clay-heavy soil in KwaZulu-Natal. Add in rising fertiliser costs and limited water resources, and it becomes clear: farmers can no longer afford guesswork. That’s why soil health is […]