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Photosensitizers are expected to help control "soft-bodied" insects such as aphids, Loveland's Francisco Manzano says.
Biologicals, News

Nutrien buys into biocontrol

How did the seller — oil company Suncor — wind up in crop pest control?

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Glacier FarmMedia — Photodynamic inactivation is not a phrase used in everyday conversation, but it could become an effective control of insect and fungal pests in agriculture. “Photodynamic Inactivation (PDI) of micro-organisms using natural photosensitizers has shown itself to be a powerful tool to combat bacteria and fungi (in crops),” says a 2019 paper published […] Read more
Overall, biologicals tend to be more effective in marginal soils and under stressful conditions. When talking about crop types, vegetables and pulse crops have been shown to have a high response to biologicals while cereals generally have a moderate response.
Crops, Wheat & Chaff

Biologicals and soil health

Q & A with an expert

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Q: What are biologicals and how do they work?  A: Have you ever thought about the link between biologicals and soil health? If your answer is yes, you are not alone. This article will attempt to clear up some confusion around biologicals and how they improve soil health, with some insights on when and where […] Read more
Corteva Agriscience field trials have shown as much as a five- to six-bushel yield increase in corn treated with Utrisha N.
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Survey shows farmers ready for biologicals

Companies like Corteva Agriscience are helping producers find a fit for natural products

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Research, demonstration projects and greater investment from crop protection companies have readied Canadian farmers to learn more about biological inputs and their potential to improve crop production without harming the environment, according to a survey by Corteva Agriscience. “The survey is a pretty solid indicator that the market is ready for biologicals,” says Kirsten Ratzlaff, […] Read more
New biologicals on the market
Crops, Features

New biologicals on the market

A roundup of inoculants, biostimulants, pre-plant soil biofumigants and more coming your way

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[UPDATED: Oct. 26, 2022] Several new biological products are on the market or shortly will be. New inoculants, nitrogen-fixing bacteria, biostimulants and pre-plant soil biofumigants, among others, are a few products headed your way. Companies offering new biologicals are claiming these products increase root mass development and structure, enhance root and plant growth, improve plant […] Read more

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