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Are We Backing the Wrong Bee?

Modern Farmer

Lately, though, the state has tried to increase awareness about the capabilities of wild, native bees to pollinate North Carolina’s crops. Cane told me that for pollinating crops such as squashes, gourds and pumpkins, “It’s clear that native bees are the best.” It’s clear that crop yields are higher with better pollination.

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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 irrigation Drip irrigation is one the most popular types of crop irrigation systems.

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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. Vegetables Although less common, some vegetable crops can also be affected by woolly aphids. Woolly aphids are fascinating yet destructive insects that can harm plants in gardens and orchards.

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Start-Up Success: BloomX

World Agri-Tech

October 17, 2024 BloomX have made headlines in recent years for their crop-pollinating technology to replicate natural pollinators like bees and other insects. Our technology couples predictive algorithms with advanced, crop-specific robotic tools replicating the way pollination is done in nature.

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The Night Shift

Modern Farmer

Studies show the most common means of adapting to rising temperatures in most crop-growing regions has been to start working when its still dark out, or even to shift to a fully overnight schedule. The conditions impacted crop yields, livestock, the transportation of goods, and the larger supply chain.

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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. Vegetables Although less common, some vegetable crops can also be affected by woolly aphids. Woolly aphids are fascinating yet destructive insects that can harm plants in gardens and orchards.

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

Agritecture Blog

CONTENT SOURCED FROM ENERGY NEWS NETWORK Written by: Kari Lydersen Maine’s wild blueberries are a unique crop that can’t be planted from seed, explains lifelong blueberry farmer Paul Sweetland. He hopes that a new “crop” growing in tandem with berries could help boost the local industry and preserve farmland.