Click on this link for information and resources on best management practices involving pesticides and honey bees in apples and other tree fruit from Cornell University. Securing Pollinator Health and Crop Protection: Communication and Adoption of Farm Management Techniques in Four Crops. Pollinator Partnership (includes BMPs for Apples). Pollinator Protection in Apples. A factsheet produced by […]
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There are a variety of common management practices that provide multiple benefits. Crop and Soil Management Strategies Crop rotation keeps pests off-balance, especially those that prefer a particular crop with its associated cultural practices. Cover crops provide crop residues, which enhance soil organic matter. Careful crop variety selection ensures that the crop is well-adapted to local […]