Greenhouse Adventures: A journey through unexpected obstacles (Part 2)

Keeping a long-term monoculture greenhouse experiment with hundreds of pot experiments alive and working over 2-3 years is not as easy as one could think.

Tackling Pests and Fungi in Our Greenhouse

In our latest blog post, we share the interesting journey of combating various pests like powdery mildew, thrips, and aphids which all have tried to wreck our EW greenhouse experiment. For every possible intervention we must consider the potential effects on our weathering experiments.

Discover how we used a natural raw milk treatment to successfully eradicate powdery mildew, leaving our plants healthy and thriving. Learn about our creative approach to managing thrips with lacewing larvae and predatory mites. Despite some initial challenges, our efforts paid off, resulting in a significant reduction of these pesky pests.

Finally, read about our battle with aphids and how ladybug larvae became our new allies. These tiny, beneficial insects are helping us keep aphids at bay, ensuring our plants remain vibrant and healthy. Click the link to dive into our full story and see how we're keeping our greenhouse green and pest-free!

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