Blog Agro
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Guide to Herbicides in Agriculture: Classification, Efficacy and Prospects
Worldwide herbicide consumption is estimated at more than 2 million tons, representing half of global pesticide consumption. Today, these compounds, whether chemical or biological, play an essential role in managing weeds, which compete with crops…
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Agriculture needs a change, and at LAINCO we believe that your innovation can be the key!
At LAINCO, we are convinced that the future of the agricultural sector depends on sustainable and efficient solutions, and we want to promote ideas that respond to the real challenges of modern agriculture. That is…
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Phyto-regulators: From hormonal to natural, is it possible?
In modern agriculture, the search for sustainable and efficient alternatives has led to the development of innovative solutions such as natural biostimulants. These products, derived from natural sources, are gaining prominence due to their ability…
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Potassium phosphonate: use, advantages and environmental decomposition in agricultural crops
Potassium phosphonate, derived from phosphorous acid, began to attract attention in the 1960s for its potential as a fungicide. In the following decades, it was discovered that it not only controlled pathogens such as Phytophthora…
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Modern strategies to mitigate abiotic stress in crops.
Impact of abiotic stress on crops. Adverse environmental conditions such as water deficit and sudden temperature changes affect metabolic and physiological processes of crops. These factors can compromise their development, productivity and adaptive capacity in…
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How silicon improves the quality and resilience of agricultural crops
Silicon in the earth’s soil Silicon (Si) is the second most abundant element in the earth’s crust, accounting for 28.8% of its total mass (Sommer et al., 2006). Second only to oxygen, silicon (Si) stands…
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Importance of flowering treatments: keys to successful fruit set
The arrival of spring marks the beginning of the agricultural cycle, with crops emerging from their winter dormancy and preparing for the crucial flowering process. Pome, stone and nut fruit trees are the first to…
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Biostimulation: Key to sustainable agriculture
In a world where agriculture faces unprecedented challenges, biostimulation emerges as a promising solution. These little-known but powerful substances are changing the way we farm and offer hope for a more sustainable agricultural future. Modern…
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What effects do soil fungi have on your crop?
With an astonishing diversity, soil fungi are widely distributed in all types of soils. In fact, in some cases, they represent up to 50% of the total microbial population. These microorganisms play a fundamental role…
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Strategies for Increase Production: Weed Control and Biostimulation in Cereal Crops
The profitability of cereal crops, especially in Spain, where they are widely grown, faces several threats, one of the most significant being the presence of weeds. These unwanted plants compete for essential resources and can…
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The Olive Leaf Spot: Monitoring, Integrated Management and Environmental Sustainability
Olive Leaf Spot, caused by the fungus, Venturia oleaginea o Spilocaea oleagina represents major challenges facing olive production in Spain. This disease is widely spread throughout our geography and has a direct impact on olive…
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Fruit Drop in Citrus Current Challenges and Future Prospects
Fruit drop in citrus represents a challenge that poses important challenges for agricultural production. To address this problem successfully, it is essential to understand the causes and mechanisms behind this process and to find effective…
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Rural women: Guardians of quality agriculture
October 15 is a day of international recognition of the essential work of rural women, who play a fundamental role in quality agriculture in Spain. Under the slogan “Rural Women: Growers of Quality Food”, this…
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Heatwaves in Crops: The Growing Threat of Climate Change to Agriculture
Climate change is having a significant impact on agriculture, and one of the most concerning problems is heatwaves in crops. These extreme conditions pose a growing threat to agricultural production in Spain, making it essential…
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SIVAR GOLD®, new fungicide for the control of downy mildew and Phytophthora
SIVAR GOLD® has been developed to provide an effective solution in the control of various diseases, such as downy mildew and Phytophthora, which affect crops of great importance in Spain, such as potatoes, tomatoes, and…
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IBMA Spain urges Brussels to streamline the registration processes for new biological solutions for agriculture
Biocontrol companies demand a legal framework for authorization that does not diminish the competitiveness of biotechnological innovation developed in Europe Streamlining the community registration processes that are currently required to allow the marketing of a…
