Horticulture-Control of pests in Strawberries and Raspberries without Pesticides

Cost: Free

Strawberries and Raspberries have a very limited range of conventional pesticides and low residue (MRL) tolerances. Soft fruit growers are controlling most pests by the timely introduction of various biological controls and not using conventional chemistry. For example, raspberries now have no chemical control for red spider mites. These biological controls have been used for many years and are more effective than chemical control, as they can move to where the pests are and breed in the crops.

There was a recent research study in Wales, involving a new entrant grower and a widely experienced grower. The outcomes were very promising and can be found here: https://businesswales.gov.wales/farmingconnect/business/european-innovation-partnership-eip-wales/approved-eip-wales-projects/improving-knowledge

This talk will be delivered by Chris Creed and Ben Barnes of ADAS.

Learning outcomes:

•             Learn how to monitor pests

•             Understand how to control pests efficiently by introducing predators and parasites

•             Understand the timing of applications and rates of introduction

•             Develop an understanding of Calibration for effective distribution

•             Ways to encourage Native natural predators and how to identify them.

 

To take part in the webinar, you must register your interest by 5pm on the 01/04/2025. horticulture@lantra.co.uk / 01982 552 646.

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