Organic management of cherry orchards favours most natural enemies and some phytophages
Arthropods were sampled in organic and conventional cherry orchards over two growing seasons using pitfall traps, yellow sticky traps, and branch shaking. The data obtained from both production systems were compared using linear mixed effects models and principal response curves (PRCs). The diversity of families and the total abundance of arthropods captured by the three […]
Direct regulation of the black cherry aphid in organic table cherry production
The black cherry aphid (Myzus cerasi) is the main pest in modern organic table cherry production. In orchards with installed rain protection and insect nets, robust aphid populations can build up, leading to significant yield losses and tree damage. The black cherry aphid can be indirectly and directly regulated. This practice abstract gives recommendations for […]
List of varieties recommended for organic table cherry production (BIOFRUITNET Practice Abstract)
In addition to a high yield and good fruit quality, high disease tolerance is an important criterion for choosing appropriate cherry varieties. In cherry production, blossom blight and brown rot (Monilia) are the most important diseases to cause fruit losses. Besides covering the cherry trees to prevent infections, less susceptible cultivars can be planted.
Direct regulation of the black cherry aphid in organic table cherry production
A BioFruitNet practice abstract. The black cherry aphid (Myzus cerasi) is the main pest in modern organic table cherry production. In orchards with installed rain protection and insect nets, robust aphid populations can build up, leading to significant yield losses and tree damage. The black cherry aphid can be indirectly and directly regulated. This practice […]
