Over the past 50 years much of the effort in plant protection, fertilisation and soil amelioration on larger land tracts has been focussed on chemical methods. Pesticides, fungicides, fertilisers and soil wetters have been the mainstay of the horticulturist and some of these substances have serious side effects to plants, pets and land managers. Research…
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Sustainable Program for Grape Vines
Conduct soil biology tests to make sure starting points are bench‑marked Autumn Begin to suppress any diseases or pests that were present on leaf or plant surfaces by applying biology to the residues in the field. THIS IS CRITICAL TO GET STARTED FIRST. It is imperative to reduce the spore numbers of various diseases -…
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Proposed Biological Program for Blueberry
This program has been developed by Soil Foodweb Inc through close consultation with active growers of the North American Blueberry farming industry. It has been reproduced with the permission of Soil Foodweb Institute by AgriSense for your information, AgriSense welcomes your comment and suggestions regarding this program and the proprietor, being a Certified Soil Foodweb…
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Turf Renovation and Soil Biology
Recreational turf surfaces receive of the most intense wear and the most challenging conditions of any managed crop. From Bowling Greens to Council Football Fields there is increasing pressure on the surfaces from compaction, thatch build up and salinity. Surfaces require annual renovation to reduce compaction, improve soil structure, replenish worn turf and break down…
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