Simple salts as disease control
Posted 9 October 2009
Can the same salt used in baking powder be used as a pesticide to combat common plant diseases such as mildew?
Researchers at Harper Adams University College, in conjunction with ADAS and DEFRA, are hoping to find out which are the best salts and how to effectively use them.
See the video to find out more.
Most popular
-
125th anniversary celebrations launched by Chancellor Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal
29 September -
Graduate planning to transform Shetland farming named Farmers Weekly Ag Student of the Year
2 October -
Award-winning graduate takes on Duchy of Cornwall’s first regenerative Farm Business Tenancy
6 October -
Allied professionals can support farmer mental health - but should not be relied upon and need help themselves, study says
5 October -
Graduation 2026: meet our alumni speakers
18 September -
Conference and party round off 125th anniversary opening celebrations
30 September