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Are We Backing the Wrong Bee?

Modern Farmer

Is there an alternative to the expense or time investment in honey bee pollination for a farmer growing pollinator-dependent crops? It’s clear that crop yields are higher with better pollination. I’ve seen this in my own fruit orchard. Where native bees are abundant and present, it’s easy to overlook their contributions.

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Unraveling the Mystery of Woolly Aphids

Kavya Organic Farm

Woolly aphids, belonging to the Eriosomatinae family, are intriguing insects that can wreak havoc on plants in gardens and orchards. As sap-sucking insects, they weaken and stress host plants, potentially leading to reduced crop yields and ornamental plant health. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Q1: Can woolly aphids fly?

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Start-Up Success: BloomX

World Agri-Tech

BloomX’s bio-mimicking pollination technology is empowering growers to sustainably drive-up crop yields by up to 30% and improve fruit quality while lowering the environmental footprint of crop production. What agricultural problems do you address? What is your value proposition? Be specific.

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The Night Shift

Modern Farmer

The conditions impacted crop yields, livestock, the transportation of goods, and the larger supply chain. I dont have an orchard on my farm, but if I did, and I saw this thing [climate change] coming, you know, maybe you look at tearing the trees out and starting to plant what I can in those fields. Photography via Shutterstock.

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Unraveling the Mystery of Woolly Aphids

Kavya Organic Farm

Woolly aphids, belonging to the Eriosomatinae family, are intriguing insects that can wreak havoc on plants in gardens and orchards. As sap-sucking insects, they weaken and stress host plants, potentially leading to reduced crop yields and ornamental plant health. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Q1: Can woolly aphids fly?

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The Ultimate Guide To Crop Irrigation Systems

Farmbrite

Introduction to crop irrigation systems Irrigation systems are an important part of growing crops, and they can be crucial when it comes to crop yields. Without proper irrigation, many crops would not be able to grow at all. Drip tape and tubing Drip tape and tubing are used in drip irrigation systems.

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Mixing solar power and agriculture: A blueberry farm does a test run

Agritecture Blog

“We saw doubling of yield of tomatoes using 30% less water, and we saw tripling of yield for beans and peppers using half as much water. In these hot arid environments, that partial shade from the solar panels can really have a beneficial effect on crop yields as well as reducing water demands.”