¿ The origin and history of potatoes
¿ The importance and extent of the South African potato industry
¿ Potato crop growth stages and basic physiology
¿ Seed quality, physiological age, seed handling and plant population
¿ Soil preparation and cultivation practices
¿ Brief overview of available cultivars and factors to consider in cultivar selection
¿ Brief overview of the most important potato pests
¿ Brief overview of the most important potato diseases
Entry Requirement: Grade 12 / Matric Certificate
Certificate Type: Attendance
Delivery Mode: Contact
Duration: 2 days
Presentation Language: 12
Contact Person Name: EL De Villiers
Contact Person Email: lorette@sun.ac.za
Latest Year Offered: 2024
Estimated cost: R1001 - R5000
Field of Study: Agriculture
Department Name: Agronomy