African armyworm

Are armyworms poisonous to humans? Armyworms can’t bite or sting; they’re known for curling up and staying still when disturbed. Why are armyworms bad? Armyworms can be a problem in orchards where weeds and ground covers provide a haven for early worm development. This overgrowth of vegetation provides access to the trunk and lower branches … Read more

Category:Insect pests of wheat

What are the four major pest categories? Pests can be broken into four main categories Any plant growing out of place. Fungi, bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms. What are the pests of wheat? Termites. American pod borer. Aphids. Brown mite. Army worm/cut worm. Shoot fly. Wheat thrips. Pink stem borer. What are insects for Class … Read more

Zilpaterol

Why is zilpaterol banned? Zilpaterol is a beta-agonist drug used as a feed additive to increase muscle mass in beef cattle. … Under the FEI Regulations, it is not possible for horses to be tested for Zilpaterol under the Elective Testing scheme as it is a Banned Substance. Where is zilpaterol banned? As of 2013, … Read more

Narragansett turkey

Are Narragansett turkeys good eating? With their stunning black and white plumage, their glorious black and bronze tail feathers in full display and their dramatic red necks, Narragansett turkeys look like the idealized images of Pilgrim-era Thanksgiving turkeys. … And they taste absolutely delicious, according to turkey fanciers in Rhode Island and beyond. What are … Read more

Leydy Pech

How much is the Goldman Environmental Prize? Goldman Environmental Prize Website goldmanprize.org Who is Leydy Pech and what did she do? Leydy Pech, an indigenous Mayan beekeeper, led a coalition that successfully halted Monsanto’s planting of genetically modified soybeans in southern Mexico. The Mexican Supreme Court ruled that the government violated the Mayans’ constitutional rights … Read more

Cotton production in China

Where in China is cotton produced? Areas of production The major regions, according where cotton is a prime crop are the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, the Yangtze River Basin (including provinces of Jiangxi and Hubei), and the Huang-Huai Region (mainly in provinces of Hebei, Henan, and Shandong). Is China the largest producer of cotton? Characteristic … Read more

Royal jelly

What is royal jelly good for? Royal jelly is harvested from the queen cells of beehives and sold as a supplement or in skin creams to enhance collagen production, ease premenstrual and postmenopausal symptoms, and improve overall health. Can humans eat royal jelly? When taken by mouth: Royal jelly is POSSIBLY SAFE for most people … Read more

Agriculture in Lithuania

What crops are grown in Lithuania? The main crops are spring barley, winter wheat, winter rye, spring wheat, potatoes, oats and pulses. Crop production includes also sugar beet, horticultural crops and linen fibre. What country is #1 in agriculture? Country Exports (in billions) Brazil $55.4 Which country is worst in agriculture? Rank Country Arable land … Read more

Category:Domestication

What are the types of domestication? They are genetically distinct from their wild ancestors or cousins. Animal domestication falls into three main groupings: domestication for companionship (dogs and cats), animals farmed for food (sheep, cows, pigs, turkeys, etc.), and working or draft animals (horses, donkeys, camels). What are different categories of domesticated animals? Domestic animals … Read more

Nephotettix cincticeps

How do you manage green leafhoppers? Use GLH-resistant and tungro-resistant varieties. … Reduce the number of rice crops to two per year and synchronized crop establishment across farms reduces leafhoppers and other insect vectors. Transplant older seedlings (>3 weeks) to reduce viral disease susceptibility transmitted by leafhoppers. Which insect order does nephotettix Virescens belong? Population … Read more