DStv Channel 403 Friday, 08 November 2024

Agri-tech | Predator bugs deployed to take out pests

CAPE TOWN - An agri-tech project is happening in Somerset West to protect a very important asset.

A wine farm is setting predator bugs on its bugs.

The 324-year-old Vergelegen wine estate is partnering with SkyBugs to deploy aerially transported insects.

This is to reduce the prevalence of vine disease and help grow better-quality grapes.

Harnessing the power of drone technology, together with biological control of pests, helps farmers minimise or avoid using pesticides.

  • eNCA's Kevin Brandt compiled this report.

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