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16 May

Effective Strategies for Controlling Greenhouse Pests: A Comprehensive Guide

Greenhouses offer a controlled environment for growing various plants but are susceptible to pest infestations. Pests like fungus gnats, thrips, caterpillars, leafminers, mealybugs, mites, slugs, and snails can wreak havoc on your greenhouse crops if not managed effectively. This blog explores the most effective strategies for controlling these common greenhouse pests to help you maintain a healthy and thriving greenhouse environment.
Understanding Greenhouse Pests
Greenhouse pests can enter your controlled environment through various means, such as soil, plants, ventilation, or even on your clothes. Once inside, they can reproduce rapidly due to the warm and humid conditions, leading to significant damage. Early detection and implementation of preventive and reactive measures are essential to effective pest control.
09 May

What is Bio-security? and why should it matter in horticulture?

Biosecurity is crucial in horticulture because it helps protect plants, crops, and entire ecosystems from a wide range of biological threats. These threats can include pests, diseases, invasive species, and other harmful organisms that can cause extensive damage to horticultural systems.