Category: Plant Health
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.
Acadian, BASF partner on ag solutions
Acadian Plant Health and BASF Agricultural Solutions are collaborating to develop climate-resilient agricultural products aimed at enhancing crop yield and quality.
MSU scientists awarded over $1M each to study PFAS impact on farms
Two Michigan State University scientists have received grants exceeding $1 million each to investigate the impact of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) on agriculture.
Oasis Grower Solutions hires new plant scientist
Oasis Grower Solutions, a division of Smithers-Oasis, has appointed Erin Yafuso as plant scientist, effective Oct. 1.
HRI redirects $250K for Phytophthora research
The Horticultural Research Institute (HRI) announced that $250,000 in federal funds have been reallocated to address the growing threat of Phytophthora austrocedri, a pathogen threatening key plant species in the horticulture industry.
New insecticide from Syngenta offers expanded insect control
Mainspring Xtra insecticide from Syngenta is now available for use in greenhouses, nurseries and ornamental landscapes.
Plant breeding and pest management considerations for growers
Plant breeding programs primarily focus on developing plants that are marketable with distinct selling qualities associated with flowers, leaf variegation and other plant traits, such as curled or wrinkled leaves and compact growth.
UF Greenhouse Training Online courses start Sept. 16
On Sept. 16, two courses in the University of Florida Greenhouse Training Online series will be available to start, and the courses run through Oct. 11, 2024.
Bion Environmental Technologies receives OMRI listing for its fertilizer
Bion Environmental Technologies has obtained the OMRI (Organic Materials Review Institute) listing for its 10-0-0 nitrogen fertilizer.
BioWorks has as new technical services director
BioWorks, a provider of integrated plant health solutions to the horticulture and specialty ag markets, welcomes Carlos Bográn as technical services director.
New plant protection ingredients from Syngenta Professional Solutions
Syngenta adds two pending registrations with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for use of two new active ingredients (AIs) in its Professional Solutions markets.
Savvy sanitation protocols for the greenhouse
Intensive greenhouse cleaning is certainly not the most glamorous job and might be the last thing that people want to do after a busy season. But, a sanitation program can do wonders in the greenhouse and it is important for getting the next crop off to the right start.
Integrated control of thrips webinar
The American Floral Endowment is offering a free Grow Pro Webinar Series session on integrated thrips control at 1 p.m. EST, on August 20, 2024.
Setting ground rules for biostimulants
Biostimulants have long been unregulated inputs in the U.S. This has allowed hundreds of them to come to market lacking levels of quality control, thirdparty testing and other user-oriented information on use and efficacy.