Category: Plant Health
BioWorks receives EPA approval for Principle insecticide
EPA approves PRINCIPLE WP insecticide from BioWorks for U.S. growers. Learn how this tool supports sustainable pest control.
Spring forward, pest-free
Learn about common threats like aphids, thrips, powdery mildew and rust, and explore proactive agronomic planning for a healthier, more resilient crop.
2024 Pest & Disease Report for greenhouse growers
Pest and disease pressures vary seasonally, so GPN counts on industry feedback and support from growers, trial gardens, breeders and more to stay informed on what others are experiencing.
Case Study: Understanding Water Quality
Water quality impacts how every grower produces crops. Understanding water quality is critical to selecting appropriate fertilizers and..
Dr. Bugs: Life cycles of insect and mite pests
Life cycle is the progression or series of changes that an individual insect or mite pest goes through from egg to adult.
Forty Under 40 Perspectives: A day in the life of plant protection
Trae Crocker joined the plant protection team at Monrovia as a coach to make a bigger impact on the nursery while continuing to perform research with a more practical mindset.
Taking control of technology
Discover smart tech tools that help growers fine-tune their environments, boost plant health, and save energy. Explore the latest solutions now.
New nitrogen solution launched for better crop yields
Nutrien Ag Solutions launches N-FINITY, a nitrogen management product enhancing nutrient efficiency for growers, available spring 2025.
GPN’s Annual Pest and Disease Survey needs your input
GPN is asking growers to take a minute to answer less than 10 questions about your recent experiences with pests and diseases in your growing operation.
BioWorks expands focus on specialty agriculture
BioWorks has named Curt Granger as its new business development manager for specialty agriculture.
Blame it All on My Roots
Producing high-quality plants is not for the faint of heart and most growers face their fair share of challenges throughout the growing season. Even in a so-called “controlled environment,” plants are often subject to a wide array of external stressors—and most are not so easy to control. From abiotic stress caused by fertility issues, drought, cold, heat, and mechanical injury to biotic stress caused by insects and diseases, we push plants to their physical extremes. In an effort to help your plants get through the stressful bits, set them up for success with a strong foundation. And when it comes to plants, the best foundation is a healthy, well-established root system.
Powerful by Design
When designing a comprehensive fungicide spray program, it’s important to start with the basics: What diseases are you trying to control? How often do you want to spray? How heavy is your disease pressure? Your answers to these questions will help guide your product selection and allow you to fine tune your program so that it fits your unique growing conditions, disease pressures and even your budget. With proper planning, you can build a spray program that’s going to protect your plants against almost any disease that pops up.
Researchers uncover strategies to boost zinc in crops
Researchers at the University of Adelaide have discovered new ways to improve zinc-enriched fertilizers, which could increase crop yields and enhance food nutrition worldwide.
MSU wins grant for biopesticide to battle invasive pest
Michigan State University (MSU) has received a $325,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture to develop a biopesticide to combat spotted wing drosophila (SWD).
Dramm hosts USDA deputy secretary, showcases fertilizer expansion
The Dramm Corp. is the recipient of a $776,000 USDA Fertilizer Production Expansion Program (FPEP) grant, which it is using to enhance its fish processing plant, boost production capacity and install solar panels.