Crop Protection

The importance of leaf cover in fruiting vegetables

July is the month that we see the highest temperatures and often have cloud free, high light intensity days and long day lengths. Under these conditions, good leaf cover is essential for producing high quality... more »

Genes found that allow bacteria to resist onion’s natural defenses

After years of building and analyzing sample collections, plant pathologists at the University of Georgia have identified the genes that allow a type of bacteria that causes onion center rot to resist onions’ natural defenses... more »

Screening of herbicide resistant weeds ramps up in Michigan fields

Weed control is a continuous challenge in Michigan vegetable production. Weeds directly compete with crops for light, water, space and nutrients, and indirectly interfere by serving as potential alternate hosts for pests and pathogens. Therefore,... more »

Avaun eVo insect formulation from FMC tackles pests affecting specialty crops

FMC has just released and made available for immediate use a new insecticide formulation, Avaunt eVo insect control, in a range of crops including brassicas, pome and stone fruits, cucurbits, leafy vegetables, low-growing berries and... more »

New appointments made by biopesticide company Certis USA

Continuing the recent expansion of its team of experienced commercial professionals, Certis USA announced July 14 the advancement of two strategic roles within the organization. Eiji Hatanaka will assume the newly created role of EVP of... more »

Treatments tested for invasive pest on allium crops

Native to Europe but discovered in Pennsylvania in 2015, the Allium leafminer is a fly whose larvae feed on crops in the Allium genus, including onions, garlic and leeks. An adult... more »

In preparation for global growth, Biotalys appoints Ottevaere as CFO

Biotalys, a transformative food and crop protection company, announced July 9 the appointment of Wim Ottevaere as chief financial officer. Ottevaere joins the executive management team and will be based in Ghent. He will provide strategic... more »

Rantizo authorized to swarm multiple drones nationwide

Iowa City, Iowa-based Rantizo announced that it is approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for operation of multiple drone swarms nationwide. This waiver allows for the safe operation of three autonomous drone sprayers by... more »