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For 4 years, Kamchatka berry growers have been inviting visitors to their plantations. In many locations, in addition to traditional pick-your-own fields, they offer freshly harvested fruits, either hand-picked or using a combine harvester, as well as an increasingly wide range of processed products. Each visit is an opportunity to learn about the species, its requirements, and benefits.
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Large and plump strawberries at Karol's place. Everyone is amazed!
2024-05-19 00:00
When growing strawberries or other berry plants in organic substrates, there is a belief that the substrate mat or pot should be used for only one cultivation cycle. However, Karol Bierła refutes this view. Already in the 6th year
read moreCrop covers saved the strawberry plantations.
2024-05-18 00:00
This year, agricultural fabrics remained on the strawberry plantations for quite a long time. The most important thing is that they fulfilled their task and protected the flowers and fruits from damage caused by low temperatures. The condition of the covered plantations also seems to be
read moreRecovery of frost-damaged raspberry canes on plantations
2024-05-18 00:00
Many raspberry plantations, both summer and autumn varieties, are experiencing unusual shoot development. In many cases, these damages are caused by April-May frosts. The most severe damages are visible after cutting the shoots.
read moreBlueberry Grove 5/2024 now available for sale
2024-05-17 00:00
Cultivating in tunnels as a chance for stabilization
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Julietta - a sweet name, but ruthless against gray mold.
2024-05-17 00:00
For the past 3 years, the fungicide Julietta (based on live yeast) has been available on the market and has become a permanent part of the berry and vegetable crop protection program. What is Julietta? What are its main characteristics? And how is it used? Here are a few practical points and reasons why Julietta:
1. Julietta is a fungicide based on live yeast, designed to protect berry and vegetable crops from fungal diseases.
2. Its main characteristics include being a natural and biological alternative to traditional chemical fungicides.
3. Julietta works by colonizing the plant surfaces and preventing the growth of pathogenic fungi through competition.
4. It has shown effectiveness in controlling fungal diseases such as powdery mildew, botrytis, and downy mildew.
5. Julietta is easy to use, as it can be applied as a foliar spray or through irrigation systems.
6. Its use contributes to sustainable agriculture by reducing the reliance on synthetic chemicals and promoting environmentally friendly practices.
7. Farmers choose Julietta for its proven efficacy, safety for beneficial insects, and compatibility with integrated pest management strategies.
Overall, Julietta is a reliable and effective fungicide that offers a natural, sustainable solution for protecting berry and vegetable crops from fungal diseases. read more
1. Julietta is a fungicide based on live yeast, designed to protect berry and vegetable crops from fungal diseases.
2. Its main characteristics include being a natural and biological alternative to traditional chemical fungicides.
3. Julietta works by colonizing the plant surfaces and preventing the growth of pathogenic fungi through competition.
4. It has shown effectiveness in controlling fungal diseases such as powdery mildew, botrytis, and downy mildew.
5. Julietta is easy to use, as it can be applied as a foliar spray or through irrigation systems.
6. Its use contributes to sustainable agriculture by reducing the reliance on synthetic chemicals and promoting environmentally friendly practices.
7. Farmers choose Julietta for its proven efficacy, safety for beneficial insects, and compatibility with integrated pest management strategies.
Overall, Julietta is a reliable and effective fungicide that offers a natural, sustainable solution for protecting berry and vegetable crops from fungal diseases. read more
Fertilizing blueberries should be adjusted to the condition of the plants in a particular plantation.
2024-05-17 00:00
Many highbush blueberry plantations in Poland were severely affected by the frost in April and May, which in some places could rather be called freezes. However, there are regions or plantations where the situation allows for a hopeful outlook
read moreWhen will the strawberry season start in 2024?
2024-05-16 00:00
Mateusz Włodarczyk: Exactly. Today is May 15th, and we are only just removing some of the crop covers from the plantations. Just yesterday, in some areas of our region, the temperature dropped to 0°C, and there was still a real risk of damage to flowers and fruits.
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Solutions to support blueberries in difficult conditions
2024-05-16 00:00
The current season has had a strange course. First, the vegetation started very early, exposing plants to the effects of low temperatures. In many parts of the country, they caused numerous damages. Now, on the other hand, the period is dragging on
read moreWe are inspecting raspberry plantations for the presence of raspberry aphids, spider mites, and leafhoppers - have they appeared yet?
2024-05-16 00:00
Warm weather has returned, bringing with it an increase in pressure from raspberry pests. Dr. Paweł Krawiec from Horti Team, the host of the Raspberry Factory project, along with Dr. Michał Pniak from Biocont, inspected the experimental part of the plantation to assess the situation.
read moreBlueberry protection against diseases - during flowering, after flowering, and during fruit ripening.
2024-05-15 00:00
Within the Blueberry Factory project, nearly 20 blueberry varieties are being evaluated. These varieties have different flowering times, during which very effective protection is required against diseases. The flowering period in this
read moreStrawberries from flat covers are reaching the market.
2024-05-15 00:00
On May 14th, I visited Krzysztof Końca's farm in Wola Krysk. It specializes in early strawberry production, but there are no tunnels here. Partial fruiting is accelerated by covering the plants with perforated foil, primarily using non-woven fabric. The dominant
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ResiYou - artificial intelligence in strawberry protection
2024-05-15 00:00
The strawberry protection season has already begun in earnest. When planning further protective treatments, it is worth considering the consequences. Although the harvest may only be carried out after the specified waiting period for a particular preparation has passed,
read moreWe are building higher-quality raspberries + a new multi-variety raspberry plantation.
2024-05-14 00:00
Raspberry flowering is the time when you can significantly improve the quality of the yield. During this generative growth phase, it is beneficial to provide plants with appropriate phytohormones that positively affect fruit setting and growth. As part of
read moreDangerous blueberry pest - is it already flying? New traps in the Blueberry Factory project
2024-05-14 00:00
As part of the Blueberry Factory project, in collaboration with Biocont Polska, we present how to properly conduct monitoring for the presence of the blueberry maggot, considered one of the most dangerous pests of blueberries.
read moreEnd of blooming treatments for blueberries - protecting and improving fruit quality
2024-05-13 00:00
As part of the Blueberry Factory 2024 project, Michał Malicki from UPL company inspects blueberry plots in tunnels. The vegetation there is about a week ahead of plant development compared to those grown in open fields. This provides a good
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On May 12, the National Association of Fruit and Vegetable Processors (KSPOiW) held a conference in Kielce. The presentations were rich in information regarding the expected yields of industrial fruits, mainly from the frozen segment, as well as opinions.
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From planting to harvesting raspberries - practical recommendations
2024-05-13 00:00
In the Malinowe Factory project, a new, typically experimental quarter has appeared. It has been planted with raspberries of varieties that bear fruit repeatedly. On this occasion, Michał Malicki from UPL met with Dr. Paweł Krawiec, the host of the project, to discuss the complete strategy.
read moreLate varieties of strawberries. Evaluation from May 8, 2024.
2024-05-13 00:00
In the Strawberry Inspirations project, we have gathered a unique collection of late varieties of strawberries. On May 8th, we conducted an initial assessment of the plants. We evaluated their potential for fruiting, flowering progress, and the overall health of the plants.
read moreRaspberries are blooming and setting fruit - it's time to change the fertilization program
2024-05-12 00:00
In tunnels, depending on the variety or cultivation technology and the region of Poland, raspberry plants are either flowering, fruiting, or sometimes even starting to ripen. The situation is somewhat complicated by temperature fluctuations. The recent days have been quite warm, very
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