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The role of cover crops with biofumigation potential for the suppression of plant-parasitic nematodes in vineyards

Kruger, Daniel Hendrik Michau (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Plant-parasitic nematodes, consisting of a wide range of species, can cause severe economic losses in most agricultural food crops. Meloidogyne spp. (root-knot nematodes), Criconemoides xenoplax (ring ...
Woody vegetation change and elephant water point use in Majete Wildlife Reserve : implications for water management strategies

Wienand, Jessica Joy (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The confinement of many elephant (Loxodonta africana) populations in southern Africa to fenced reserves has made the management of such reserves difficult as elephants are a keystone species. Elephants ...
An assessment of the potential of irradiation as a postharvest control treatment against the banded fruit weevil, Phlyctinus callosus (Coleoptera: Curculionidae): effects on adult weevils and host fruit (‘Flavor Fall’ pluots)

Duvenhage, Andries J. (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The export of South African fruit to some of its biggest international markets may be rejected if the phytosanitary pest, Phlyctinus callosus (Coleoptera: Curculionidae) is found in fruit consignments. ...
Entomopathogenic nematodes for the control of the vine mealybug (Planococcus ficus) in South African wine and table grapes

Le Vieux, Patrique Dayne (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Planococcus ficus (Signoret) (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae), the vine mealybug, is of economic importance to the wine and table grape (viticulture) industries, as it characteristically causes more damage ...
In situ and ex situ soil respiration in natural, Acacia-invaded and cleared riparian ecotones in the Fynbos Biome

Kambaj Kambol, Oliver (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-03)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Soil respiration (Rs) is a major component of CO2 emissions and the global carbon balance. In the context of global change it of interest to understand seasonal patterns of RS in fynbos riparian ecosystems, ...
Nematode soil community structure and function as a bio-indicator of soil health in fynbos and deciduous fruit orchards

Kapp, Caro (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-03)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Soil is a fundamental, non-renewable resource in any ecosystem. To uphold food production for increasing global human populations, it is imperative to develop ways in which to sustain healthy biological ...
Developing sustainability indicators for the Kogelberg and Cape West Coast Biosphere Reserves, South Africa

Tucker, Colin Michael (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-03)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Declines in natural capital, such as the degradation of ecosystems and loss of species, are the result of threats created by anthropogenic activities. The concept of sustainable development encompasses ...
Towards resilience : differences in management practices between land managers adopting conventional approaches and holistic management

De Villiers, Ancois Carien (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-03)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Reductionism, an approach to understanding complex systems based on reducing the system to its individual components and the interactions between these components, is the linear and rigid approach to ...
The role and use of experts and expert knowledge in spatial conservation prioritization

Galloway, Craig James (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-03)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Decision-making in conservation should be efficient and effective as time and resources are typically limited. Conservation planning is one process by which stakeholders collaboratively make decisions ...
An ecological and hydrological evaluation of the effects of restoration on ecosystem services in the Kromme River System, South Africa

Rebelo, Alanna Jane (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Wetland systems provide vital hydrological ecosystem goods and services to mankind. When wetlands are transformed, through invasion by alien plants or replaced with agriculture, natural capital is lost, ...
Postfire regeneration of mountain fynbos by resprouting : a comparison of species with different life history types

Marais, Karen E. (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The fire-prone mediterranean-type climate regions of the world are immensely biodiverse. Changes in fire frequency due to anthropogenic ignitions and climate change are one of the factors threatening ...
A contribution to a systematic study of the South African Aphids

Van Wyk, Jesse Huggett (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 1955-04)

INTRODUCTION: The earliest work on African Aphids was done by Pred. V. Theobald. His first monograph appeared in 1914, and dealt with only thirty-five species of which nine where described so now to science. His later ...
The pentatomidae of South Africa

Van Heerden, P. W. (Pieter Willem),1907- (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 1931-09)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This thesis is presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of MSc. Agric in Entomology. In this work an attempt has been made to gather all the available literature on the family ...
Synergistic impact of invasive alien plants and the alien Argentine ant on local ant assemblages in the Western Cape

Schoeman, Colin Stefan (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2008-03)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Alien trees, Pinus spp. and Eucalyptus spp., affect ants negatively in the Cape Floristic Region (CFR), a global biodiversity hotspot in South Africa. They reduce ant abundance and species richness, ...
Patterns of variability in Azorella selago Hook. (Apiaceae) on sub-Antarctic Marion Island : climate change implications

Nyakatya, Mawethu Justice (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2006-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Understanding the responses of species to climate change is a scientific problem that requires urgent attention, especially under current conditions of global climate change. The large and rapid rates ...
Conservation in human-influenced areas : epigaeic arthropods in the Cape Floristic Region Lowlands

Boonzaaier, Carmen (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2006-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The conservation of biodiversity is becoming increasingly challenging as habitats are disturbed, fragmented or destroyed. Although nature reserves now cover more than 10 % of the earths’ surface it has ...
Models of Bontebok (Damaliscus pygargus pygargus, Pallas 1766) habitat preferences in the Bontebok National Park and sustainable stocking rates

Luyt, Eustatius du Chavoux (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2005-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT:This study concentrates on the Bontebok (Damaliscus pygargus pygargus Pallas 1766) population of the Bontebok National Park. Using a combination of literature research, field observations, satellite ...
Rapid bioassessment of the ecological integrity of the Lourens, Palmiet and Hout Bay Rivers (South Western Cape, South Africa) using aquatic macroinvertebrates

Ollis, Dean Justin (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2005-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The primary aim of this study was to assess and compare the ecological integrity of the Lourens, Palmiet and Hout Bay Rivers (South Western Cape, South Africa) by examining the macroinvertebrate ...
An assessment of water quality and endocrine disruption activities in the Eerste/Kuils River catchment system, Western Cape, South Africa

Fourie, Shani (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2005-04)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Water quality analysis forms the basis in assessing and monitoring catchments. As urban development continuously increase, pollution sources increase in either point source (wastewater treatment works, ...
Gap regeneration in the Tsitsikamma forest (Easter Cape, South Africa) : the effect of gap size and origin

Ella, Ghislain (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2005-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Recognizing the biological significance of gaps, the South African Department of Water Affairs and Forestry (DWAF) in 1989 initiated a Gap Dynamics Project in the indigenous forests of Tsitsikamma ...

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