Agronomy Library

Implementing minimum or no-tillage systems allow for the direct planting of seed in crop residues - a practice that is gaining ground fast in South Africa. The availability of Roundup Ready technology and maize makes it easier for producers to follow these conservation practices. The control of Roundup Ready volunteer maize has, however ...

Bayer is committed to the continuous development of integrated solutions to ensure that your farming practice function optimally. An important aspect thereof, is providing effective insect control. 

In 2015, the United Nations declared the 11th of February as International Day of Women and Girls in Science.

By Richard Hay, MScAgric (Agronomy) student at the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences (University of Pretoria)

Seed is a living organism and therefore it is very important to store it correctly. There are two rules that play a significant role in this regard:

“There is no hunger any more” is the quote that will remain in many minds after this visit.

To ensure the best possible results with high potential genetics, DEKALB recommends the following guidelines:

Monsanto is committed to the sustainable use of all its products and technology and, therefore, promote weed resistance management as a crucial system to obtain sustainability. Knowledge of how weed resistance develops, what it is and how to refrain it from developing is necessary to effectively manage the resistance of weeds to herbicides.