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Browsing Theses and Dissertations (Plant Production and Soil Science) by Supervisor "Aveling, Terry A.S."
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Moshabesha, Mantsele Thuso Sylvia
(University of Pretoria, 2019-12)
Fusarium spp. cause significant losses in yield and quality in the maize (Zea mays L.) industry.
Fusarium pathogens affect the development of the plant tissue and the quality of the grain. The
mycotoxins produced by ...
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Bekker, Theo Frederik
(University of Pretoria, 2011-05-24)
In the current study potassium silicate (20.7% SiO2) induced a 100% inhibition of P. cinnamomi mycelial growth at all concentrations tested. Total inhibition for all fungi tested (Alternaria solani, Colletotrichum ...
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Mangwende, Edgar
(University of Pretoria, 2019-12)
The South African forestry industry largely relies on seed for its replanting programs following clear-felling. The high cost of Eucalyptus seed and planting targets makes it imperative to start with pathogen-free seeds ...
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Petersen, Owen Piston
(University of Pretoria, 2022)
Successful tree species establishment depends on the quality of nursery-raised seedlings and good silvicultural practices such as appropriate site x species matching, site preparation, tending and tree protection. Commercial ...
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Kola, Mothibi Elizabeth
(University of Pretoria, 2005-05-18)
Bambara groundnut (Vigna subterranea (L.) Verdc.) is a leguminous crop indigenous to Africa, which is grown by small-scale farmers. It is a protein rich legume crop, which is mostly grown to supply rural and urban poor ...
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Domola, Mapula Julia
(University of Pretoria, 2006-05-18)
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