Pest Control
BioConsortia releases latest bionematicide product results
BioConsortia Inc. has released the latest results of bionematicide field testing that could control nematodes. BioConsortia, a Davis, California, based agricultural tech company that discovers, designs and licenses advanced microbial products to reduce the ecological... more »
Grasshopper infestation threatens Northern California crops, experts urge early action
Grasshoppers are wreaking havoc on crops across Northern California, marking the fifth consecutive year of severe infestations. Modoc County, located in the state's northeastern corner, has been particularly hard-hit, with farmers reporting extensive damage to... more »
Berry Field Night scheduled for Ohio State
Ohio State University is planning to host a field even for berries designed for seasoned and new growers. Ohio State University South Centers will host the Ohio Berry Field Night on Aug. 28 from 5... more »
Smart tech wipes out pests: The latest trends in spraying automation
Innovative spraying technology can help manage pests and diseases threats, which can significantly harm fruit and tree nut crops, affecting yield and quality. The new tech helps ensure healthy trees and abundant production. Responsible use... more »
Talking Tech: New app innovations aid growers
Farming has forever been changed by technology, with new innovations helping growers of fruit, vegetables and tree nuts improve things such as pest management, disease monitoring and data collecting. One of the biggest help to... more »
Ohio State to host Crop, Soil & Water Field Night
Ohio State University (OSU) is hosting a Crop, Soil & Water Field Night. Drones and inputs are on the schedule. Part of the South Centers Soil, Water, and Bioenergy program, the event is scheduled for... more »
Georgia, FieldWatch work together on pesticide safety
Georgia is partnering with a nonprofit mapping operation to promote safe pesticide handling. The Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) is working with FieldWatch to introduce new technology aimed at promoting safe pesticide usage among beekeepers,... more »
Spotted lanternfly discovered in Michigan
The invasive spotted lanternfly (SLF) has been detected in a Michigan county. Michigan officials have confirmed the state’s second detection of the invasive spotted lanternfly in Monroe County. SLF is a destructive pest that feeds... more »
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