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New approvals for Velifer from BASF
BASF has received new label registration for Velifer Bioinsecticide/Miticide which allows greenhouse growers to use the product in soil-directed sprays and now in dips and drench applications for greater flexibility in integrated pest management programs.... more »
Vestaron insecticide wins EPA approval for greenhouse use
Vestaron Corp. has obtained EPA approval for its second active ingredient, which targets pests including aphids, mites, drosophila and whiteflies. BASIN, Vestaron’s second novel-acting, peptide-based insecticide, provides maximum residue level exemption for crops grown indoors... more »
Plantpeddler gets Ag Education Leadership Award
In honor of National Ag Day and Iowa Ag Week, Iowa’s Secretary of Agriculture, Mike Naig, hosted the 12th Annual Ag Leader Awards on March 19, 2024. The event was held at the FFA Enrichment... more »
New strawberry trials test smart and traditional LED lighting
The Center for Horticultural Innovation, a division of South Essex Fabricating (SEF), will conduct strawberry trials in its experimental greenhouse testing Sollum's smart LED solution against traditional LED lighting. Based in Leamington, Ontario, the Center... more »
Changes aim to strengthen organic program
Aimed at protecting the integrity of organic products, significant change to the USDA’s National Organic Program (NOP) will be implemented in March. Starting March 19, the Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) program will add oversight to... more »
Virtual walking tour of Westhoff at CAST 2024
Visiting all the breeders at California Spring Trials is my favorite way to kick off spring! Seeing the colors and characteristics in color and discussing the varieties in person with the specialists is an unmatched... more »
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