plant health Articles
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Implementing case studies in a plant pathology Course: Impact on student
Case studies have been used in undergraduate science education as a way to develop students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills. However, little empirical evidence exists on whether this teaching method is having the desired impact on students in plant pathology courses. This study evaluated the influence of the case teaching method on students' problem-solving and critical thinking ...
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Australian Lychee Growers to Export to US
Lychees are a sub-tropical fruit grown in tropical Far North Queensland, Central Queensland, South East Queensland and Northern NSW. Australia has the longest lychee season in the world which begins in late October and finishes around late March and produces around 3000 tonnes each year. The new US trial has been developed in collaboration with the United States Department of ...
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Effects of cadmium and arsenic on Pteris vittata under hydroponic conditions
Pterisvittata is known to hyperaccumulate arsenic, and a large number of studies on this fern species can be found in the literature aimed at evaluating its behavior when coexposed to other toxic elements. In the present study, P.vittata was treated with different concentrations of As and/or Cd in a hydroponic system, that is, under complete bioavailability of the elements, with the objective of ...
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Almonds: Improved Plant Health - Case Study
Acres: 500 Goals: Streamline water usage Advance harvest time Reduce employee costs Equipment Installed: Pressure Sensors Soil Sensors Dendrometers 1 Weather Station Information Provided: Our data revealed the impact of leaks, blockages, and uneven distribution on plant vigor. The grower used the irrigation schedule recommended by our software and then used our equipment to ...
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USDA APHIS Reopens Public comment period on the dEIS And PRA
On April 12, 2019, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announced the reopening of the public review and comment period for the draft Environmental Impact Statement (dEIS) and the preliminary Pest Risk Assessment (PRA). These two documents have been prepared in response to a permit application from a company requesting the ...
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USDA Comment Request: Draft Documents Related to GE Soybean Deregulation
On, March 12, 2019, USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announced the publication of two draft documents related to the potential deregulation of a soybean variety GE for increased yield and resistance to the herbicide glufosinate. The draft documents are Draft Plant Pest Risk Assessment (PPRA) and Draft Environmental Assessment (dEA) for Petition to Deregulate GE ...
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Genetically Engineered Organisms Face Changing Regulations
Untitled Document In late January, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announced its intent to make weeping changes to the regulations that apply to genetically engineered organisms. The revisions promise to have significant, farreaching and long-lasting implications for the agricultural, pharmaceutical and ...
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Top 10 Tips To Improve Plant Quality
1) Venting – it’s crucial to keep air movement and temperatures at the optimum levels. 2) Watering at the right times – and just importantly in the correct fashion! Make sure plants are grown nearby those with similar needs so plants with a need for a lot of water will be apart from those with dryer needs. 3) Keep roots strong – as fertilizers are applied and plants grow, ...
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Grower Reflections on the 2017/2018 Indigo Wheat Season
U.S. winter wheat was hit hard with challenging growing conditions this past season. The USDA expects a nationwide harvest of 1.2 billion bushels, which would be the lowest since 2002. Dry months after planting paired with freezes in April and then extremely hot temperatures during grain fill were a perfect storm for wheat growers. In Texas and Oklahoma, many fields were abandoned for the year, ...
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Use of plant growth-promoting bacteria for biocontrol of plant diseases: Principles, mechanisms of action, and future prospects
Pathogenic microorganisms affecting plant health are a major and chronic threat to food production and ecosystem stability worldwide. As agricultural production intensified over the past few decades, producers became more and more dependent on agrochemicals as a relatively reliable method of crop protection helping with economic stability of their operations. However, increasing use of chemical ...
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Taking the Guesswork Out of Precision Scouting Drones
The Rise of Precision Scouting Drones A few weeks ago, I attended a summit at Louisiana State University regarding precision scouting drones and their application in agriculture. It was a wonderfully informational gathering of agronomists, producers, and a few lucky industry types like myself. Professors and agronomic experts from the LSU Extension Service presented their views, experiences, ...
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OSTP Announces Second and Third Public Engagement Sessions for Modernizing the Regulatory System for Biotechnology Products
On February 1, 2016, the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) announced the dates and locations for the second and third public engagement sessions that will discuss the July 2, 2015, memorandum entitled "Modernizing the Regulatory System for Biotechnology Products." The second public meeting will be held on March 9, 2016, at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s ...
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Tips for a successful crop scouting
You will often hear the statement “the best thing to put into your field is your shadow” or your “footprint”, or “boots” and the list goes on. This statement is very true, but begs the question “how can I be more effective when I am in my fields?” Understanding where to look first, what to look for or knowing where to look based on ...
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Agriculture Plant Nursery - Case Study
Challenge A plant nursery company had water quality issues from the well water source that there were using for irrigation purposes in their plant growing operations. These water quality issues including total dissolved salts (TDS) around 2500 mg/l, as well as turbidity, mineral hardness and microbiological contaminants. The plants were slow growing. Solution Genesis Water Technologies ...
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Automatic Irrigation System: The Ultimate Solution for Your Lawn and Garden
Introduction: As the world faces increasing water scarcity and environmental challenges, the need for efficient water usage in agricultural practices has become increasingly important. One of the most effective solutions for this need is the automatic irrigation system. An automatic irrigation system utilizes advanced technologies to monitor soil conditions and predict plant needs, ensuring that ...
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GWT Case Study - Agriculture Processing Sector
Application Case Studies - Agriculture Plant Nursery Challenge A plant nursery company had water quality issues from the well water source that there were using for irrigation purposes in their plant growing operations. These water quality issues including total dissolved salts (TDS) around 2500 mg/l, as well as turbidity, mineral hardness and microbiological contaminants. The plants were slow ...
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Bell Brothers – showcasing nutrient use efficiency - Case Study
Glasshouse growing conditions are ideal for using natural biostimulants to increase the efficiency of fertiliser programmes. Neil Chambers, Technical Manager at Bell Brother Nurseries Ltd, has been talking to us about his use of seaweed extract Stimplex to help minimise growing times, produce healthier, more resilient plants and reduce chemical inputs. Increasing levels of research into the ...
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Potential impacts of on-site greywater reuse in landscape irrigation
This study investigated the effects of irrigation with different types of waters on soil, plants, and public health. The test plant was ryegrass grown in 12 planters filled with sandy loam soil and irrigated with three types of waters (4 planters for each type): freshwater, raw domestic light greywater (GW), and treated domestic light GW. The sodium adsorption ratio (SAR), EC, pH and alkalinity ...
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A vital time for the future of British food and farming
On the 4th November, MP's voted down Agriculture Bill amendments aimed at protecting British food and farming standards. But the action of millions across the country has led to some success. Following mounting pressure from both British farmers and citizens, including thousands of our own member and supporters, we are pleased that the new Trade and Agriculture Commission will be placed on a ...
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Smart Irrigation, precision irrigation, so that plants grow healthy
Abstract:Smart irrigation is a precision agriculture technique that uses advanced technology to ensure efficient water use and successful plant growth. As the world faces water scarcity and environmental challenges, the need for sustainable agricultural practices is becoming increasingly important. Intelligent irrigation systems provide a solution to this need by using sensors and advanced ...
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