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Mexican Gamefowl Cages: Description & Maintenance

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Mexican Gamefowl Cages

Housing for birds are means of protection; they are available in various types and forms. Gamefowls are kept in cages, and the forms of these cages are subject to various factors such as the weather and climate parameters. Some cages are native to certain locations, this, is a result of the prevailing weather condition in … Read more

Common Insects and Aphids On Peppers Plants In Greenhouse

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Aphids, broad mites, greenhouse whiteflies, greenhouse whiteflies, two-spotted spider mites, and western flower thrips are common pests within greenhouse-where sweet bell pepper plants (Capsicum annum)are grown. Insect and mite pests cause direct damage by consuming flowers and leaves aboveground, causing indirect damage by propagating diseases (e.g. viruses). Both types of damage can restrict yields and … Read more

Natural Insecticide For Aphids: Recipes, Preparation & Application

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Aphids are part of the most challenging tasks for gardeners to deal with predatory insects and other pests. It’s even harder when they are difficult to spot. The most prevalent garden pest, spider mites, (Tetranychus urticae), are as small as a pinhead, so they are hard to identify. These tick-like insects are instead classified as insects due to their eight legs. Many types of spider mites are found, usually in colors of red, green, yellow, or brown, with the most common two-spotted spider mite and red spider mite.

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Chemical Control Of Aphids In Greenhouse That Disallows Resistance

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Due to their high reproduction capacity and resistance to numerous insecticides, aphids can be problematic pests in greenhouses.  As sucking insects, aphids damage greenhouse crops by causing curves and distortion of young, succulent stems. They may reduce the aesthetic quality and subsequent saleability of greenhouse crops in the presence of their shed skins and honeydew.  Unfortunately, aphids are often detected during flowering when it is most difficult to control them effectively.

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Integrated Farming System Simplified With Relatable Illustrations

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An integrated farming system (IFS) is a multi-farming system that combines the use of high-quality organic food and renewable energy. Its main objective is to reduce pollution and increase income by integrating many different farming practices. For example, we can discuss the use of animals to plow fields. Pigs are able to dig up the soil and animal manure (like cow waste) can be used to fertilize crops and increase the harvest.

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Basic Guide On Growing Lettuce In Hydroponic System

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In recent years, lettuce has suffered a bad reputation – some foodies and environmentalists claim that too much water and fertilizer are being used to grow a crop with very low nutrient density. Even so, lettuce contains Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Iron, Potassium, and Manganese. Additionally, lettuce has dietary fiber and can help you stay hydrated because it is high in water

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Step-By-Step Guide Of Artificial Insemination In Pigs (Video)

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Insemination in pigs is really relatively straightforward and offers so many benefits that you simply cannot get from natural breeding. Artificial insemination in pigs at home is an excellent way to bolster genetics in your herd and to reduce costs. Three important aspects should be considered. Firstly, only semen from healthy boars should be used, … Read more

Why A2 Milk From Jersey Cows Is Better Than Other Breeds

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Based on the literature, cows have domesticated only 10,000 years ago and were only able to produce A2 beta-casein protein rather than A1 beta-casein protein. A natural mutation in the beta-casein gene occurred in Holsteins 8,000 years ago, which led to the production of the beta-casein protein A1 in this breed. This mutation led to … Read more

Best Performing Italian Dairy Cow Breeds You can Consider

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Milkability is an important economic trait that has always been recognized as an economically important trait that may be improved through selection, especially for milking efficiency. Milkability is characterized by milk flow traits, including average milk flow rate, maximum milk flow rate, and total milking time. Milkability improvements lead to reduced management costs for milking … Read more

Best Cattle Breed For Milk At Low Cost Of Feeding

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It might be worthwhile to consider raising cattle as a way to add to your homesteading horizons. By doing so, you and your family will be able to purchase quality homegrown meat and dairy products. Having cows can be equally viewed as a means of generating additional income, especially if you are interested in selling … Read more