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AECI Plant Health

Conversations that help you unlock nature's potential.

AECI Plant Health is a South African company within the AECI Group of Companies serving the agricultural sector with pride. AECI Plant Health has been an ally to farmers in Africa for many years, and with the move towards sustainable agriculture, AECI Plant Health with its NuWay® programme, and its extensive range of products and services, aims to work with farmers to preserve our natural resources, restore soil biology and address the need for producing nutritious food.

Agriculture worldwide is under pressure to reduce pesticide and fertilizer usage whilst increasing crop yields to feed a growing world population. There is now a move away from the total reliance on traditional chemicals and synthetic fertilizers towards a more responsible and sustainable approach of cultivating crops that protects the environment and its precious resources.

Our approach is to work hand in hand with the farmer to systematically address each point of influence in the growing of crops in a sustainable and responsible manner. Many of the tools and techniques simply unlock nature’s potential and the genetic potential of the crop.
Occasionally English South Africa Business · Education
37 Episodes
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#037 Why citrus leaves turn yellow | Dr. Stephan Verreynne

Did you know that citrus trees may get yellow leaves for different reasons, like not getting enough nutrients, the amount of water in the soil, and infections? In this episode, Dr. Stephan Verreynne, advisory manager at AECI Plant Health looks into why citrus leaves may turn yellow and what farmers…
1 Feb 8 min

#036 Understanding GHS in pesticide industry | Noelene Odendaal

The goal of the Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) is to communicate the inherent hazard of the chemical. Because of this hazard, there are some hazards associated with dealing with the product, however they are lessened if the label directions are followed. Today Noelene Odendaal,…
19 Jan 8 min

#035 The magic of an in-furrow starter | Rupert Vermaas

Are you familiar with the in-furrow starter application? Also known as a “pop-up” fertiliser, this agricultural strategy enables easier administration and placement of nutrients near the sprouting seed, encouraging plant growth. In this episode, Rupert Vermaas, technical adviser at AECI Plant Health, looks into the importance and benefits of an…
8 Jan 5 min

#033 Tips for growing healthy soil | Renette Harmse

Cultivating healthy soil is necessary for any land’s long-term use and productivity. To thrive, plants require nutrients, which they get from the soil, organic matter, and minerals found in it. Renette Harmse, technical advisor at AECI Plant Health, shares some important information about the importance of growing healthy plants, the requirements…
14 Nov 2023 12 min

#031 Guardians of the land - AECIPH pledge to pesticide stewardship | Mcgreggor Ntuli

Pesticides have long been a cornerstone of modern agriculture, helping to protect crops from the ravages of pests and diseases, ensuring food security and sustaining livelyhoods. However, the unchecked and irresponsible use pesticides can pose significant risks to human health, the environment, and the long-term viability of agriculture. Which is…
2 Oct 2023 10 min

#030 Grongesondheid | Deidré Odendaal

Conversations that help you unlock nature's potential. AECI Plant Health is a South African company within the AECI Group of Companies serving the agricultural sector with pride. AECI Plant Health has been an ally to farmers in Africa for many years, and with the move towards sustainable agriculture, AECI Plant…
15 Sep 2023 8 min

#029 Understanding the effects of calcium in avocado | Herman Koekemoer

Today we welcome back another resourceful expert from AECI Plant health, Herman Koekemoer, Key account manager for East Africa. He shares some important information on the effects of calcium in avocados, what causes deficiencies and valuable solutions. Hold on to your seat for an insightful conversation.
13 Sep 2023 6 min

#026 The role of biological products in current agriculture | Patrique le Vieux

Today we’re excited to have Patrique le Vieux, Technical Advisory Specialist for the southern part of South Africa, joining us on Farmer’s Inside Track. As an expert in the field of biological products, Patrique will be sharing his insights with Food For Mzansi journalist Octavia Spandiel on the role of…
12 Sep 2023 10 min

#025 Foliar Feeds: empowering new farmers for success | Aviwe Mahanjana

Foliar feeding is in the form of liquid fertilisers that are applied directly to the leaf. Because plants take nutrients through the leaf much quicker than it does through the root and stem, this fertiliser application method is highly effective and much quicker. In this edition of Farmer’s Inside Track,…
15 Aug 2023 14 min

#024 Understanding root rot in avocados | Jacques Swanepoel

We are thrilled to have Jacques Swanepoel, AECI Plant Health technical advisor for Limpopo and the Laeveld region of Mpumalanga. He will be discussing the critical issue of root rot in avocados, a problem that has been plaguing farmers across the country for years. Jacques is chatting to Food For…
22 May 2023 13 min
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