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Journal of Applied Entomology, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Biological control in high tunnel systems can be optimised by matching predator species to seasonal environmental conditions. We evaluated the predatory efficacy of syrphid flies (Toxomerus marginatus (Say), Eupeodes americanus (Fabricius)) and lacewings (Chrysoperla carnea (Stephens), Chrysoperla rufilabris (Burmeister)) across laboratory ...
Allison Zablah +3 more
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Comparison of safe weed control methods with chemical herbicide in potato field
Bulletin of the National Research Centre, 2019 Background Mulching and manual or mechanical hoeing are the backbone of weed control strategies in organic agriculture. So, two field experiments were established in the village of Kafer El-Khawazim, Talkha district, Dakahlia Governorate, Egypt, during ...
Ibrahim Mohamed El-Metwally +1 more
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Embedded Pesticide Use: Exploring the Pesticide‐Land Nexus
Journal of Agrarian Change, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Since the turn of the century, global land grabs, farmland financialization and land‐based food sovereignty movements have returned the land question to the heart of agrarian studies. Meanwhile, abiding interest in pesticides has been reanimated in the face of changes in production, regulation and knowledge of toxicity.
Julie Guthman, Marion Werner
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Organic mulches compared to black plastic in organic strawberry production: effects on ground beetles [PDF]
, 2006 There were no significant differences in the numbers of ground beetle species or in the pooled numbers of beetles between the treatments in either ...
Kikas, Ave +3 more
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Multivariate trait profiling and genetic diversity in a global foxtail millet germplasm panel
Plant Biology, EarlyView.Four elite foxtail millet groups discovered from 260 accessions: perfect for breeding climate‐resilient, high‐yielding dual‐purpose crops. Abstract Foxtail millet (Setaria italica L.), known for its climate resilience and dual‐purpose utility, is underutilized in breeding programs despite its agricultural potential.
Y. Zhao +7 more
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Material Limitations and Processing Challenges of Bio‐Based Thermoplastics: A Review
Journal of Applied Polymer Science, Volume 143, Issue 14, April 10, 2026.This review highlights recent advances in bio‐based thermoplastic polymers (b‐bTPs), focusing on their composition, formulation challenges, and industrial applications. Key aspects include the use of additives and blends to improve performance, microcellular injection molding techniques, and the recyclability of b‐bTPs foams.
Catarina Faria +4 more
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Effect of Different Plastic mulch on Growth and Yield of Potato (Solanum tuberosum)
Majallah-i ̒Ulum-i Bāghbānī, 2018 Introduction: The advantages of plastic mulches have been known in production of agricultural crops. Their capability have been demonstrated to help nutrition uptake, precocity and yield of fruit trees, and decreasing of aphid population as viruses pest ...
khosro parvizi +2 more
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Horticultural Studies 1998 [PDF]
, 1999 Horticulture connects with people in many ways including an enhanced awareness concerning the importance of fruits and vegetables in our diet. The health benefits of such a diet is gaining wide recognition throughout the public and will likely provide ...
Clark, John R., Richardson, Michael D.
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Plant-Environment Interactions, Volume 7, Issue 2, April 2026.ABSTRACT Recurring droughts in South Africa's dryland rangelands have profound effects on ecosystem health. Consequently, identifying sustainable soil moisture content techniques is critical for enhancing plant growth to support ecosystem function.
Tshepiso Mangani +2 more
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HERBICIDES AND PLASTIC MULCH IN YAM (DIOSCOREA ALATA)
The Journal of Agriculture of the University of Puerto Rico, 2006 HERBICIDES AND PLASTIC MULCH IN YAM (DIOSCOREA ALATA)
null María de L. Lugo-Torres +3 more
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