Category: Pest Control
UCCE to host wildlife workshop, field day and virtual pear grower meeting
The University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) has several upcoming events designed to provide critical information for agricultural producers and land managers. Registration is now open for these workshops and field days, each focused on a unique topic relevant to the industry.
Biobest introduces beneficials dispenser
Biobest has introduced Entomatic, a trademarked beneficials dispenser.
UF researchers study crop fertilization rates
The University of Florida/Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) has long studied crop fertilization rates.
ProGro BIO achieves OMRI Certification for Rhizol soil inoculant
OMRI, the Organic Materials Review Institute, is a non-profit institution that evaluates and certifies a product’s supply chain as a fully organic production chain. ProGro BIO was notified by OMRI on Sept. 13 that its cornerstone product, Rhizol, received official organic certification, according to a news release.
Southeast Vegetable & Fruit Expo scheduled
The yearly Southeast Vegetable & Fruit Expo is to be in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
What are the most prevalent pests impacting organic farms?
Organic fruit and vegetable growers across the U.S. are dealing with a range of insect threats, and we want to hear from you.
USDA study: diverse crop rotations offer stability
USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) has released findings that suggest diverse crop rotations can mitigate risks associated with poor growing conditions, offering a potential lifeline for fruit and vegetable growers grappling with climate change.
Fertilizer group awards biostimulant certification to Valent BioSciences
The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) has awarded Valent BioSciences its third Certified Biostimulant certification for its Transit 500 biostimulant.
Georgia Plant Protection Division recognized by National Plant Board
Georgia’s Plant Protection Division has won national honors from a nationwide plant protection board.
Research funding given to North Carolina State
North Carolina State University (NCSU) has been awarded nine specialty crop research projects valued at more than $1.16 million.
New MSU Plant & Pest Diagnostics director named
Plant diagnostic services continue at under the new direction of Jan Byrne, who holds a doctoral degree, following the planned retirement of Ray Hammerschmidt.
California organic tomato crop hurt by searing heat, reduced plantings
California’s processing tomato crop is being harmed by intense heat and reduced plantings.
Great Bear Vineyards’ organic journey
As the owner of Great Bear Vineyards, which will complete transitioning all grapes to organic production this year, Marcus Meadows-Smith relies on biological products to help control disease and pests.
Georgia ag dept., FieldWatch promote pesticide safety
Georgia is partnering with a nonprofit mapping operation to promote safe pesticide handling.
Ohio Crop, Soil & Water Field Night scheduled
A Crop, Soil & Water Field Night is being hosted by Ohio State University (OSU).
Invasive insect detected in Michigan
Spotted lanternfly (SLF), an invasive pest, has been detected in a Michigan county.