2011 - If Plants Could Talk Newsletter
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If Plants Could Talk...About Turf - June 2011
Proper soil moisture is critical for keeping greens uniformly firm and healthy. However, the challenge for turf supervisors is to maintain the right amount of water in the soil. When soil moisture drops below the proper level, problems develop...
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If Plants Could Talk...About pH - May 2011
Soil and water pH is the single most important aspect in determining nutrient availability to crops. When pH is not at a proper level, your plants will lose their ability to absorb essential nutrients required for healthy growth...
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If Plants Could Talk...About Soil Moisture - May 2011
Soil moisture plays a critical role in the life of vegetable plants. They need adequate water to develop a strong root system. They also depend heavily on water for expansion and growth. However, the challenge for vegetable growers is to maintain the right amount of water in the soil....
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If Plants Could Talk...About Nutrients - May 2011
Proper nutrient management is key to healthy plant growth, especially with high-value vegetable crops that have a short growing season. Maintaining the right amounts of nitrogen and potassium is essential for achieving crop yield and size requirements.
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If Plants Could Talk...About IPM - May 2011
Are You Prepared to Fight Pests That Attack Profits?
Apple scab. Fire blight. Sooty blotch. Aaagh! Most orchards have to contend with these destructive diseases. Is your Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program doing enough to address these problems cost-effectively while minimizing environmental impacts?
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If Plants Could Talk...About EC - April 2011
Spotty nutrition management leads to unsellable plants. In today's tough economy, greenhouse growers are under intense pressure to grow plants precisely, consistently and flawlessly - but also cost-effectively...
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