Plant physiology relates to the functioning of plants and plant parts.

ExperiCo applies plant physiology by:

• Ensuring that high quality fresh produce reaches global destinations in the best condition
• Applying research combined with the theory of plant physiology with practical challenges of global value chains to meet market requirements
• Assisting in the development of production, harvesting, packaging and storage technologies
• Providing information to assist delivery of high-quality produce to discerning customers
• Assisting clients in the development and testing of new technologies and protocols to optimise quality before and after harvest
• Being proudly associated with many innovations which have transformed the fresh produce industry over the past four decades

The study of the cultivation and management of grapes and grapevines

ExperiCo applies plant viticulture by:

• Assisted the South African table grape industry, chemical and packaging companies to develop quality management products, technologies and knowledge
• Researching crop enhancement, crop protection and crop quality management
• Specializing in all aspects relating to optimal harvesting, handling, packaging and storage of table grapes
• Testing of new varieties of table grapes and the development of handling and storage protocols
• Being proudly associated with many pre- and postharvest innovations used for grapes.

Plant pathology is the study of plant diseases. This, in particular, relates to the study of the pathogen, host and environmental factors leading and contributing to plant disease. Understanding these factors and their effects on the disease cycle of a particular pathogen assist in developing control strategies to manage/reduce disease caused by the pathogen.

ExperiCo applies Plant Pathology by:

• Applying research and services in combination with the theory of plant pathology to ensure high quality fresh produce to markets and consumers.
• Assisting in the development of technologies to be used in preharvest and postharvest environments, with special reference to cooling, storage, distribution and shelf life.
• Developing and using a Disease Risk Management System (DRMS) for the agricultural industry.
• Identifying plant pathogens of various fruit crops (grapes, berries, pome and stone fruit, figs, pomegranates, citrus, etc.).
• Being proudly associated with innovations and forward thinking, which continues to transform the fresh produce industry.

Soil science is an element of agronomy, related to the study of the processes, properties, sustainable use and management of soils.

ExperiCo applies Soil Science by:

• Developing and testing products and technologies to improve soil health and fertility and ensure its sustainable use
• Studying the effect of soil conditions on crop development, yield and quality maintenance
• Applying environment protection as a fundamental philosophy in our business
• Optimizing product quality maintenance throughout the full handling chain, from the soil to consumption

The scientific study of insects and their impact on crops

ExperiCo applies entomology by:

• Developing and testing technologies which control insect pests, ultimately contributing to crop yield, quality and sustainable food production
• Assisting with market access through phytosanitary research