Crop applications in an orchard can be challenging. Orchard growers deserve specialized tools to make operations easier. Blending the correct mix of Captan and Ziram into any sprayer can be challenging. There are several complicating factors that make it tricky to get a tank mix correct when working in an orchard: Spray Tank Challenges for […]
What currently available technology best supports a farm in their implementation of IPM?
Several modern technologies can support a farm in the implementation of Integrated Pest Management (IPM), enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of pest control strategies. Here are some of the most impactful technologies: 1. Automated Traps and Monitoring Devices Automated pest traps equipped with cameras and sensors can monitor pest populations and alert farmers when thresholds […]
Getting Started with Farmable: a farm management app that you need for your farm
If you’ve found your way here, you’re probably wondering what Farmable is and how this app can help you manage your farm. Well, you’re in the right place. In this article, we will summarize the most important points for getting started with Farmable in the best possible way. With a simple and easy-to-use interface and […]
How Spain is supporting crop traceability in the global food supply chain
Spain is promoting digital reporting on crop treatments for the 2024 season across 800,000 farms. This monumental change offers significant opportunities for improved transparency across the supply chain. Spain is changing farm reporting for the better. This past December, the Spanish Agrarian Guarantee Fund (FEGA) launched an online portal called SIEX, which is a tool […]
Integrated Pest Management (IPM): Biological vs Chemical
Following the topic of IPM, you can find the article here, we have embarked on a journey of how Farmable can assist you in IPM (See article here). The next step is to consider how and why chemical and biological methods should be combined in your integrated pest management (IPM) strategy. As mentioned in the previous articles, […]
Looking at Integrated Pest Management
There is a big buzz about the increasing limitations on chemical usage such as pesticides. For some commodities, there have always been severe limitations. Pest resistance, resurgence and the development and growth of secondary pests into major pests has been an ongoing topic. But there is a solution for dealing with pests on your farm […]