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PMA Takes on Tech, Episode 27: What are biologicals and are they a viable alternative to conventional inputs?

PMA Takes on Tech, Episode 27: What are biologicals and are they a viable alternative to conventional inputs?

FromFresh Takes On Tech


PMA Takes on Tech, Episode 27: What are biologicals and are they a viable alternative to conventional inputs?

FromFresh Takes On Tech

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Length:
51 minutes
Released:
Jun 29, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

The development of agricultural biologicals - biostimulants, biopesticides and biofertilizers - is growing as global agriculture looks to move towards more sustainable ways to boost yields and new methods of crop protection. Growers are increasingly looking to agricultural inputs based on microbes to both reduce and complement the use of synthetic pesticides and fertilzers in their fields. Biological controls have been around for years, but represent only 10% of fungicide and sales and have not yet made a dent in nutritional inputs and skepticism still remains.
 
This week's episode explores the many benefits of using microbes and the different approaches leaders in the field use.
Released:
Jun 29, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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Welcome to Fresh Takes on Tech, a podcast from the International Fresh Produce Association. At IFPA, Our trade association represents companies from every segment of the global fresh produce and floral supply chain. We advocate, connect and guide to enhance members’ prosperity. This is a show for people interested in the intersection between technology and the produce and floral industries. Each episode we explore the problems, solutions, people and ideas that are shaping the industry.