Maize is a high-yielding crop, but in order to reach its potential, the farmer should protect the health of the plants during the entire growing seaso.
Most important Pest and Diseases of Maize (Zea mays)
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Production
MAIN PESTS AND DISEASES OF PEPPER
Compared to other plants, pepper plants tend to have fewer pest problems, but they aren’t exempt. There are plenty of insects that think these plants are delicious and snack-worthy. Here are a few of the most common pepper plant pests.
Pests and diseases of Tomatoes
A number of tomato problems (insect, disease, environmental) can wreak havoc on your favorite plants. We identify them here and list earth-friendly solutions for getting rid of them.
Pesticides Part 2 – Hazardous effects of pesticide and protective measures
Obviously, exposure to pesticides poses a continuous health hazard, especially in the agricultural working environment. By their very nature most pesticides show a high degree of toxicity because they are designed to kill certain organisms and thus create some risk of harm.
Pesticides Part 1
A Pesticide is any substance or mixture of substances used to kill, repel, or control certain forms of plant or animal life that are considered to be pests.
Pests and diseases
Information highlighting some common pests and diseases for selected crops.
An Introduction to Tilapia Fish Farming
Commercial tilapia fish farming is a very good and profitable business. Tilapia fishes require less space and care, and you can do it easily.
SHRIMP FARMING
Shrimp farming is an aquaculture business that exists in either a marine or freshwater environment, producing shrimp or prawns for human consumption.
Feeding in aquaculture: 4 Simple but Important things you need to know
To survive, grow and reproduce, fish need to feed on organic materials such as plants, other animals, or prepared feeds containing plant and/or animal material. It is therefore most important for you to ensure that your fish get the food they require, both in quality and in quantity.
Land Preparation Activities
Land preparation is clearing and removal of bushes on the surface of the land, this is performed differently, but the two main practices are, one or two ploughing followed by harrowing, ridging and mulching. The size of the land, costs and machines available dictate the methods to use for land preparation.