Blight-MOP: Development of a systems approach for the management of late blight (caused by Phytophthora infestans) in EU organic potato production [PDF]
Blight-MOP Late blight (caused by Phytophthora infestans) is the most devastating fungal disease affecting organic (and conventional) potato production in the EU.
Leifert, C., Wilcockson, S.J.
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FORAGE ACCUMULATION DURING THE STOCKING PERIOD ON PASTURES SUBJECTED TO INTERMITTENT STOCKING
The aim of this study was to evaluate the forage accumulation during the stocking period on Kikuyu grass pastures (Pennisetum clandestinum Hochst. Ex. Chiov) subjected to intermittent stocking.
Jaciara Diavão +4 more
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The effect of grass genotype and spring management on the nutritive value of mid-summer ryegrass swards [PDF]
End of project reportThe objective of this project was to investigate the environmental, morphological and management factors that control reproductive initiation and development in Lolium perenne L. (perennial ryegrass) and their influence on mid-season
Gilliland, Trevor +2 more
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LANDSAT Digital Data Base Preparation for the Pennsylvania Defoliation Application Pilot Test [PDF]
A LANDSAT digital mosaic data base for the State of Pennsylvania was prepared for use in the development of an automated system to annually estimate the extent and severity of Gypsy Moth defoliation of hardward forests.
Mcleod, R. G., Zobrist, A. L.
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Evidence of the effects of Mycosphaerella leaf spot diseases on fruit quality [PDF]
Mycosphaerella leaf spot diseases Sigatoka disease (SD) and Black leaf streak disease (BLSD) are considered as the most severe diseases of bananas for the export market.
Abadie, Catherine +6 more
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The effect of grazing pressure on rotationally grazed pastures in spring/early summer on subsequent sward characteristics [PDF]
peer-reviewedTwo experiments (E1 and E2) were carried out to examine the effect of grazing pressure (GP) in the early part of the grazing season on subsequent sward composition.
Dillon, Pat, Stakelum, G.
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Defoliation severity is positively related to soil solution nitrogen availability and negatively related to soil nitrogen concentrations following a multi-year invasive insect irruption. [PDF]
Conrad-Rooney E +5 more
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Development of computer software to analyze entire LANDSAT scenes and to summarize classification results of variable-size polygons [PDF]
The Forest Pest Management Division (FPMD) of the Pennsylvania Bureau of Forestry has the responsibility for conducting annual surveys of the State's forest lands to accurately detect, map, and appraise forest insect infestations. A standardized, timely,
Baumer, G. M. +3 more
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The effects of mechanical defoliation and pinching (1 cm tip cutting) on Buxus plant growth, nutrient mobilization, and root architecture were determined.
Ömer Sari
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Sward and milk production response to early turnout of dairy cows to pasture in Finland [PDF]
The timing of turnout is an important factor affecting the grazing management of dairy cows. However, its consequences are not well known in the short grazing season of northern Europe.
Khalili, Hannele +3 more
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