1. The South African Potato Industry 2 Origin and Growth Stages of the Potato Plant 3 Seed Potato Quality 4. Potato Cultivars 5. Fertilizer requirements 6. Nutrient deficiencies 7 Soil, Water and Irrigation Requirements 8. Weed Control 9. The Seed Potato Industry 10. Integrated Pest and Disease Management 11. Viral diseases 12. Fungal diseases 13. Bacterial diseases   14. Pests