Author: Andrew C. FilesPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Blueberries
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
Economic Analysis of Organic Pest Management Strategies for Wild Blueberries Using Enterprise Budgeting
Author: Andrew C. FilesPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Blueberries
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
Organic Wild Blueberry Production
Author: Bulletin
Author: Technical Bulletin
Author: Grower Survey of Organic Pest Management Practices for Wild Blueberries in Maine with Case Studies
Author: Andrew C. FilesPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Blueberries
Languages : en
Pages : 33
Book Description
Evaluation of Entomopathogens for Biological Control of Insect Pests of Lowbush (wild) Blueberry
Author: Francis A. DrummondPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Vaccinium
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Economic Analysis of Alternative Mechanical Harvesting Systems for Wild Blueberries
Author: Ahmad Hanmbal KhanPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The purpose of this study was to assess the economic impacts of small box and semi-automatic bin handling technologies for wild blueberries production in Nova Scotia. Wild blueberry mechanical harvesters with similar engineering configuration were evaluated. A first objective involved quantifying and comparing harvest efficiency and harvest rates of the alternative harvesting technologies. In addition, partial budgeting methods were used to evaluate the economics of switching from the small box to the semi-automatic bin handling system. Furthermore, the profitability of wild blueberry production was investigated for the two harvest handling technologies, with and without a Nova Scotia government cost-share program, and for alternative asset ownership scenarios. Semi-automatic bin handling system was 22% more field efficient in 2017 and 29% in 2018, than the small box system. Net change in profit was $674 ha-1 in 2017 and $176 ha-1 in 2018 when switching from the small box to bin handling technology.
Economic Analysis of Insect Control Strategies Using an Integrated Crop Ecosystem Management Model
Author: Y. LanWild Blueberry Pest Management Guide
Author: Atlantic Committee on Fruit CropsPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Blueberries
Languages : en
Pages : 6
Book Description
The Future Role of Pesticides in US Agriculture
Author: National Research CouncilPublisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 0309172942
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 325
Book Description
Although chemical pesticides safeguard crops and improve farm productivity, they are increasingly feared for their potentially dangerous residues and their effects on ecosystems. The Future Role of Pesticides explores the role of chemical pesticides in the decade ahead and identifies the most promising opportunities for increasing the benefits and reducing the risks of pesticide use. The committee recommends R&D, program, and policy initiatives for federal agriculture authorities and other stakeholders in the public and private sectors. This book presents clear overviews of key factors in chemical pesticide use, including: Advances in genetic engineering not only of pest-resistant crops but also of pests themselves. Problems in pesticide useâ€"concerns about the health of agricultural workers, the ability of pests to develop resistance, issues of public perception, and more. Impending shifts in agricultureâ€"globalization of the economy, biological "invasions" of organisms, rising sensitivity toward cross-border environmental issues, and other trends. With a model and working examples, this book offers guidance on how to assess various pest control strategies available to today's agriculturist.