Browsing by Subject "Nutrients"
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Algae colonisation of brick pavement at the University of Venda: a potential slippery hazard
(AOSIS, 2018)A brick pavement, tramped by humans, is exposed to atmospheric elements, thus allowing cyanobacteria and algae to colonise. In this article, we report on the factors that contribute to the slipperiness of a brick pavement ... -
Changes in the algal abundance and composition along the Mooi River in the Potchefstroom area
(North-West University, 2019)Rivers and dams are the main sources of fresh water in South Africa, and the quality of drinking water is rapidly deteriorating. More than 80% of the country's rivers and dams experience pressure as a result of utilisation ... -
An investigation into the potential of crude and partially separated material of selected non–crop plant species as control agents of root–knot nematodes (Meloidogyne incognita) in tomato
(North-West University, 2012)Plant-parasitic nematodes (PPN) are a serious problem in vegetable production and can cause severe damage to several crops. In rural, low-input farming nematode damage is much higher and yields can be completely destroyed. ... -
Investigation of the drivers for water quality decline and risks thereof to agricultural activities in the Breede River catchment
(North-West University (South Africa), 2022)Agriculture in the Breede River catchment contributes significantly to international exports and the economy of the Western Cape Province. The success of the agricultural sector in the Breede River catchment is an important ...