Download article as PDF View video on YouTube Brief history The olive originated in Western Asia (also known as Anatolia) and spread from Iran, Syria and Palestine to the rest of the Mediterranean more than 5,000 years ago. It is believed that olive trees were cultivated even before written languages were invented. Some of the oldest olive…

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Download article as PDF Palms are one of the most popular trees in Southern Africa especially along the coastal towns of our country. Worldwide there are more than 2600 different palm species and most of them only occur in tropical climates. They are relatively easy growing, don’t require too much water, can withstand gale force…

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Download article as PDF Defining compost Composting in its simplest form is a recycling process where organic matter such as wood, vegetable scraps and leaves which is regarded as waste, is decomposed and turned into a product rich in nutrients that feeds the soil. Compost is the product created through a natural process where organic…

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Wood Chippers for Macadamia Farmers For the first 4 to 5 years in the life of a macadamia orchard, the focus should be on maintaining a strong and healthy root system to support productive tree canopies in order to optimize yields. Optimally one should strive to mimic the forest floor conditions that exist in their…

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It has been proven over time that there are many benefits of applying woodchip mulch in your garden.  Have you ever wondered why one should use wood chips as mulch? Well, here are a couple of reasons: • Environmentally friendly – Wood chips are a sustainable source. Most wood chips in South Africa are produced…

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We are seeing phenomenal growth in the berry farming industry, especially blueberry farming, and with this a resourceful application for wood chippers has emerged and proved its value in berry orchards. Blueberries are becoming more and more popular with more farms popping up all over the Western Cape from George to Swellendam, Hermanus, Napier, Worcester,…

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The last couple of years we have seen a dramatic increase in the use of wood chips as mulch throughout South Africa, but especially in the Western Cape. This method is extremely popular amongst farmers and seems to be related directly to the drought we are currently experiencing. What exactly is mulch and why should…

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