What post-harvest treatments should be carried out on strawberry plantations?
The season for foil-accelerated ground strawberries has passed. Growers are undertaking further work on their plantations, this time it is post-harvest treatments. Jacek Witkowski, an expert from

Thrips pressure in repeat fruiting strawberries
Thrips are already being recorded on strawberry plantations bearing repeat fruit in the region of Czerwinsk-on-Vistula.More. Go to the article

Turnover of potatoes from Poland to the EU. On what terms?
The early potato harvest period is beginning, which is also associated with the start of a period of increased potato trade. PIORiN recalls the rules for the movement of potatoes produced in

Strong controls on Polish strawberry and raspberry plantations
PIORiN carries out annual monitoring of the correct use of plant protection products in the primary production of food of plant origin. Controls are also being carried out this year.More. Go to

Destroyer discus and honeylocust - how to control these pests?
June is the time of year for many pest species in orchards. This ranges from aphids, which are now found in large numbers on most fruit trees, to fruit flies, fruit borers, fruit flies, pimples

More tractors for fruit growers - what's new in 2023?
In the first quarter of this year, farmers in Kielce held two major exhibition events during which fruit growers had the opportunity to see many interesting tractors for orchard work. The Orchard

Tractors for fruit growers - what's new in 2023?
In the first quarter of this year, farmers in Kielce held two major exhibition events during which fruit growers had the opportunity to see many interesting tractors for orchard work. The Orchard

PIORiN inspects industrial potato processing plants
Author: Sylwia Sałyga 05 June 2023 15:05 As part of its tasks, the State Plant and Seed Protection Inspectorate supervises, among others, plants processing industrial potatoes. Depending on the

Fruit fly and aphid treatments. What recommendations in the control of powdery mildew?
In apple orchards, flowering is mostly over. The period of intensive treatments against pests - apple fruit fly and aphids - is beginning. For an assessment of the current situation in orchards

Treatments for fruit fly and aphids. What recommendations in the control of powdery mildew?
In apple orchards, flowering is mostly over. The period of intensive treatments against pests - apple fruit fly and aphids - is beginning. For an assessment of the current situation in orchards

Pests in orchards after flowering. "Some are extremely troublesome"
The warm and sunny weather is conducive to pest activity. The fruit fly and the chrysalis seed fly have already started. Colonies of aphids can be observed on young shoots. The end of May is

Grey mould and anthracnose - how to control these diseases effectively?
The flowering and fruit-ripening period is a key time to protect strawberry plantations from anthracnose and grey mould. High temperatures and humidity favour the development of these diseases.

Fruit fly control in orchards. Two species can cause significant damage
The caterpillars of the butterflies found in orchards each year pose threats to the size and quality of the crop. In fruit orchards, there are two fruit fly species that can cause significant

A difficult start to the season for pear growers. Bacteria attacks orchards
In pear orchards, symptoms of Pseudomonas infection of trees are observed. The threat of infection is greatest around flowering and after flowering, under conditions of lower temperatures and high

Pseudomonas in pear orchards - a big problem this season
In pear orchards, symptoms of Pseudomonas infection of trees are observed. The threat of infection is greatest around flowering and after flowering, under conditions of lower temperatures and high

Calcium - an ally of orchards. Why is it so necessary?
Author: Krystyna Zagorska 16 May 2023 12:14 Calcium is an element that will improve the quality parameters of fruit and vegetables. It increases storability, but also regulates the basic quality

Calcium - an ally of orchards. Why is it so important?
Author: Krystyna Zagorska 16 May 2023 12:14 Calcium is an element that will improve the quality parameters of fruit and vegetables. It increases storability, but also regulates the basic quality

Calcium in orchard crops. Why is it so necessary?
Author: Krystyna Zagorska 16 May 2023 12:14 Calcium is an element that will improve the quality parameters of fruit and vegetables. It increases storability, but also regulates the basic quality

Grey mould in strawberry plantations. How to combat it effectively?
Grey mould is a disease that is particularly important in fruit crops - including berries - as it can significantly reduce yields. How do you combat it effectively? The incidence of grey mould is

Cherries 2023: High frost losses - important treatments during the bud growth period
Author: Krystyna Zagorska 12 May 2023 09:59 The weather for cherries during the flowering period was severely unfavourable. A cool April is behind us. The beginning of May did not spoil either.

Cherries after frost: Losses of up to 60 per cent; these treatments will be key
Author: Krystyna Zagorska 12 May 2023 09:59 The weather for cherries during the flowering period was severely unfavourable. A cool April is behind us. The beginning of May did not spoil either.

Strawberry plantations after frost - what damage? How to support the plants?
Author: Krystyna Zagórska 10 May 2023 13:09 After the wave of frosts there are frosts at the level of 15-20 per cent and even 30 per cent. On some plantations 5-7 per cent. It is not possible to

What to use to control aphids in apple orchards?
Aphids belong to this group of pests that unfortunately infest fruit orchards every year in high numbers. Currently, during the flowering period of many tree species, we can already observe the

Controlling aphids in spring - which preparations to use?
Aphids belong to this group of pests that unfortunately infest fruit orchards every year in high numbers. Currently, during the flowering period of many tree species, we can already observe the

Blueberries 2023 - how to support the plants before flowering?
Author: Krystyna Zagorska 05 May 2023 09:09 Blueberries have entered the pink or white bud stage, depending on variety and location. On some plantations, growers report the beginning of flowering