Insect Farming Articles & Analysis
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In the realm of insect pest management, the utilization of pheromones has proven to be a game-changer. One such pheromone that has garnered significant attention in recent years is Japonilure. Japonilure has shown great promise in effectively attracting insects and aiding in agricultural pest management. In this article, we delve into the effectiveness of Japonilure in attracting insects, its ...
What is oleyl alcohol? Oleyl alcohol (CAS 143-28-2) is a fatty alcohol with a chemical formula of C18H36O. It is a colorless liquid that is soluble in both water and most organic solvents. Oleyl alcohol is also known as cis-9-octadecen-1-ol or 9-octadecenol. It is derived from fatty acids and is commonly found in natural sources such as fish oils, vegetable oils, and animal fats. Oleyl alcohol ...
Introduction of Pheromone Solid-phase Synthesis Pheromones are a fascinating class of molecules that are used by many organisms, including insects and mammals, to communicate with one another. They are chemical signals that convey information about an individual's identity, reproductive status, and location, among other things. The synthesis of pheromones is a complex process that requires a deep ...
Mealybugs are small but mighty pests that can settle on your plants. If left untreated, they can spell disaster! Nobody wants that now do they!? As with many aspects of growing plants, pest prevention is a great way to minimise the likelihood of infestations. In turn, this saves wasting time and resources treating mealybug populations in your grow space. Although mealybugs can affect outdoor ...
Unlocking the Potential of Insect Farming: Overcoming Regulatory, Dietary, and Perception Challenges for Sustainable Adoption While the potential of insects as a sustainable solution is undeniably promising, several bottlenecks hinder their widespread adoption. ...
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The technical solution consists of 5 conversion processes (carboxylic acid platform, microbial biomass production, electrodialysis, insect cultivation and biochar production) which can be combined depending on the needs of the soil and integrated with state of the art technologies such as composting. ...
The loss of grain in storage relating to or resulting from living things such as insects, pests, rodents, and fungi and form physical rather than biological such as temperature or moisture lead to global losses that exceed 80 million metric tons in grain storage. Most of the time, Aluminium Phosphide is used for fumigation, though it can be dangerous. Also, insects and pests have developed ...
Meeting the food requirements of a growing global population is becoming increasingly difficult. Despite the need for additional food, it is estimated that 50-60% of grain is lost after harvesting, at a cost of about $1 trillion per year.1 One of the major reasons for lost grain is spoilage due to mould or insect infestation during storage.2 To provide a constant supply of grain year-round, after ...
We are manufacturer and exporter of plastic insect screen products made from plastic, PP, PE, fiberglass mesh fabrics. For Japan and some other markets, we also supply stainless steel mesh fabric for insect screening, offering additional security and anti theft property. Insect screen is also popularly called Mosquito screen or netting, as mosquito is one of the major insects where the screen ...
Insect pheromones are compounds used to express various information such as aggregation, foraging, mating, and vigilance. Insect pheromones exist in insects in nature, and all insects produce and recognize pheromones. Insect pheromones have been widely used in pest management internationally in recent years as they are green and environmentally friendly, making fruit and vegetable safer. What are ...
Decarbonisation doesn’t just come from paring back industrial activities such as the burning of fossil fuels. In recent years there has been a significant increase in the scrutiny applied to agriculture, as more and more research shows that this sector is responsible for significant carbon emissions. However, reducing emissions is of little use if people can no longer be fed, and so much ...
They help in maintaining the fertility of the farms and gardens whereas land soon tends to become infertile with the increasing use of chemical fertilizers for farming. Being biodegradable, organic fertilizers do not cause any environmental pollution throughout the farm. On the other hand, Synthetic fertilizers contaminate both the land and ...
Meeting the food requirements of a growing global population is becoming increasingly difficult. Despite the need for additional food, it is estimated that 50-60% of grain is lost after harvesting, at a cost of about $1 trillion per year.1 One of the major reasons for lost grain is spoilage due to mould or insect infestation during storage.2 To provide a constant supply of grain year-round, ...
” according to an article in Urban Farm U. Some insects are beneficial to introduce to your garden, praying mantis, lacewings, nematodes, lady bugs, and worms. ...
U.S. regulatory oversight of synthetic biology across the board needs to be modernized to reflect and address the promising technologies routinely entering the market. From a statutory perspective, the pertinent laws appear sufficiently broad to empower federal agencies to address potential risks and promote the potential benefits of synthetic biology. The regulatory infrastructure, however, is ...
Nearly 80% of all pesticides applied to row crops are herbicides, and these applications pose potentially significant ecotoxicological risks to non‐target plants and associated pollinators. In response to the widespread occurrence of weed species resistant to glyphosate, biotechnology companies have developed crops resistant to the synthetic‐auxin herbicides dicamba or 2,4‐D, and once ...
Fogging is the most efficient method of controlling these pests, as only small amounts of pesticides get used in the process. Flying Insects: Flying insects affect livestock and damage crops creating an adverse effect on agriculture. ...
The Broken Sound Golf Course in Boca Raton, FL uses Managed Organic Recycling, Inc. Compost Covers to speed up the composting curing phase and reduce odors, vectors (animals and insects), and produce quality soil amendment for use on the greens. Compost increases soil health and water retention at the same time reducing costs for chemical fertilizers and green watering. With Managed Organic ...