IPMWORKS

?? UV Light Traps Against Tuta Absoluta: See how greenhouse farmers in SE Spain combat tomato pests using UV light traps, reducing chemical treatments and minimizing damage. ??A practical IPM strategy in action: https://lnkd.in/dQ2ws8XV #IPMWORKS #SustainableFarming #IntegratedPestManagement

?? Sprayers for Sustainable Agriculture ?? #IPMWORKS introduces recycling sprayers that reduce pesticide usage and environmental impact. These sprayers minimize drift and save up to 30% of the application solution, promoting eco-friendly farming. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dspZgC6y #SustainableFarming #IPM #AgTech

?? Sustainable Olive Farming in Tuscany: Join Virginia Bagnoni and Dimitri Zinetti as they showcase eco-friendly pruning disposal techniques in steep mountain olive groves, promoting soil health and biodiversity. ??Learn more: https://lnkd.in/diuxXEuk #IPMWORKS #SustainableFarming #IntegratedPestManagement

???? Discover how European vegetable farmers are reducing pesticide use with innovative #IPM practices! From biodegradable films in Finland to hedges in Portugal and robotics in the Netherlands, the #IPMWORKS hubs are leading the way in sustainable farming. Read the full article to explore these success stories and more! ?????? ?? https://lnkd.in/dHTeuWCa #SustainableFarming #IPM #PesticideReduction #AgricultureInnovation #GreenTech #FarmToFork #EUAgri #IPMWorks

?? Drones & AI: The Future of Farming: Discover how drones and AI are revolutionizing agriculture by mapping fields and identifying unwanted species like Rumex. Combined with spot-spraying, this approach enhances IPM. ??Watch the innovation unfold: https://lnkd.in/dkYmsPza #IPMWORKS #SustainableFarming #IntegratedPestManagement

?? The integrated aphid control event organized by COEXPHAL, as part of the #IPMWORKS project, highlighted the importance of biological control in protecting our crops. Anticipation and biodiversity are key to effective control. Learn more about this sustainable approach! ?? https://lnkd.in/dWp7tTFc #IPM #IPMWORKS #SustainableFarming #IntegratedPestManagement

?? Precision Spot-Spraying with RumboJet: Explore the RumboJet technique by @frielinggmbh, targeting Rumex while preserving clover and other desired species. Achieve up to 90% pesticide reduction with single-plant detection. ??See it in action: https://lnkd.in/dV3hu46m #IPMWORKS #SustainableFarming #IntegratedPestManagement

?? Danish Lessons for Herbicide-Resistant Grass Weeds ?? Farmers in Denmark have successfully addressed herbicide-resistant grass weeds like Italian ryegrass through #IPM practices like crop rotation, increased seed rates, and delayed drilling. These strategies can be applied to manage resistant weeds and help combat the growing issue of herbicide resistance in Ireland. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dqs7v8WE #HerbicideResistance #SustainableAgriculture #IPMWORKS #PestManagement #IPM

?? Join Us at the European Parliament for a Crucial Discussion on Sustainable Agriculture ?? ? ?? Date: March 4, 2025 ? Time: 16:00 - 18:00 CET ?? Location: European Parliament ? Don’t miss "Towards a Just Transition: IPM, Biocontrol, and the Path Beyond Pesticides" – a key event on the future of sustainable farming! ???? Organized by Friends of the Earth Europe, PAN Europe, and the European Federation of Food, Agriculture, and Tourism Trade Unions, in collaboration with MEPs Manuela Ripa (EPP) and Dario Nardella (S&D), this discussion will reignite the debate on reducing pesticide use and advancing ecological alternatives. ?? Be part of the movement shaping the future of European agriculture! ?? ?? Register now: https://lnkd.in/eYJd_iJY

?? Final IPMWORKS Webinar: "Do we still need IPM?" ???? Join the IPMWORKS team on March 12 for an engaging discussion on the future of Integrated Pest Management (IPM): ? Session 1: Testimonies from #IPMWORKS hubs will showcase lessons learned in adopting holistic #IPM approaches. These testimonies will highlight methodologies that have successfully reduced pesticide use without compromising crop health or farm profitability. ? Session 2: An interactive workshop aimed at fostering discussions on policy needs to further promote holistic #IPMpractices. ?? March 12, 2025 ?? 14:00 – 17:00 CET ?? Join here: https://lnkd.in/d5j7nwfM) Find all the informations on their website: ?? https://buff.ly/4hYcvaT #SustainableFarming #Agriculture