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Fertilization through high-frequency localized irrigation improves the efficiency of plant nutrient use. The advantages of fertigation lie in the ability to apply nutrients directly to the root zone and according to the plant's nutritional demand. This …

The purpose of this teaching material, "Diseases of stone fruit trees and their management in integrated production," is to assist and guide farmers and advisors in implementing the principles of integrated disease management following the National Action …

The strawberry is a crop of great economic importance, whose fruit is highly appreciated and consumed for its delicate flavor, aroma, and nutritional value. Due to growing consumer demand, increasing the organoleptic and nutritional quality of the fruit …

The strawberry is a widely consumed fruit for its vibrant red color, characteristic flavor and aroma, and nutritional value. Due to these qualities, there is great interest in developing new varieties that enhance these traits. In this context, fruit …

The generation of plant waste is an unresolved environmental and social problem in horticulture under plastic. Its concentrated generation in spring and autumn, as well as its spatial dispersion, makes its management difficult. The use of plant waste as …

The management of wine waste and by-products in the winery poses significant economic and environmental challenges. The development of more restrictive environmental legislation, combined with growing public awareness, is fostering the implementation of a …

The wide variety of livestock farms that exist has prompted the development of this common curriculum for the animal welfare program on livestock farms. This curriculum can be used when there is no specific published material for the species in question. …

Diffuse nitrate pollution from agricultural activities has been identified as one of the main causes of the poor condition of both surface and inland water bodies, as well as groundwater. In 1991, the European Union published a Directive on the protection …

Proper disinfection of field tools is vitally important to prevent the transmission of a series of viral diseases to the entire crop. In response to a demand from the sector, we present a summary of scientific studies on products used in tool …

Curd is a dairy product obtained by enzymatic coagulation of milk. It is consumed as a dessert mainly in northern Spain and can be made from various types of milk (goat, sheep, or cow), as well as combined with sugar or honey, nuts, or fruit pieces. The …

Living vegetation cover is considered the most appropriate soil management system, except in cases where adequate control is not possible. Compared to other soil management systems, living vegetation cover has the following advantages, among others: it …

Current biological diversity is the basis for future agricultural and food sustainability, with plant genetic resources being its fundamental component. Their conservation is critical for present and future use, either directly through the use of …

Evaluating reference evapotranspiration (ETo) at the plot, irrigation area, watershed, and regional levels is a challenge for agricultural and hydrological research; this requires the characterization of large areas in addition to obtaining precise …

The chestnut wasp (Dryocosmus kuriphilus) is a major pest of chestnut crops, seriously compromising their profitability. This document provides information on its distribution, biology, damage it causes, and existing control …

The chestnut gall wasp (Dryocosmus kuriphilus) is a major pest of chestnut crops, seriously compromising their profitability. This document, in addition to describing the main characteristics of these gall wasps, provides information on the control of the …