Groats - Incubator

False shield is a pest for indoor plants, causing the wilting of leaves. It can be eliminated manually, using folk infusions, chemical agents, or bio-preparations, repeating the treatment in a week. Slowing down reproduction can help dry air and sunlight. The affected plant should be isolated, the soil changed, and the surrounding space cleaned.

Roszdravnadzor has issued a warning to an individual entrepreneur in the Khabarovsk region for selling seeds of agricultural plants from other countries without Russian-language labeling. The seeds have not been tested for GMOs, quality compliance, and registration. The packaging does not meet legal requirements.

Under the leadership of Mikhail Mishustin, preferential lending for the construction of greenhouse complexes for floriculture is being resumed. The program was suspended last year but will be extended. Russia plans to continue developing the floriculture industry, including training personnel and breeding new flower varieties.

A company from the Lipetsk region uses domestic bumblebees to pollinate tomatoes and cucumbers in greenhouse complexes, increasing yields by 20-30%. The transition to local production is justified by its availability and cost-effectiveness.

In the Ukrainian sunflower market, there has been price instability due to fluctuations in demand. Prices ranged from 26,000 to 26,800 UAH/ton, while for high oil content products, buyers were willing to pay up to 27,300 UAH. Trading activity has slowed down due to price instability and an excess of supplies among major market players.

Scientists from the Urals have studied the genetic profile of five breeds of cattle in order to enhance adaptability and longevity. The research has identified beneficial genetic variants that affect the health of animals and their resilience. Over 400 microorganisms with genes providing resistance to antibiotics have also been discovered.

In the world, there is a growing interest in halal products, including meat. The company "UnionPromPoultry" focuses on halal poultry meat, intending to increase its production. This is in demand not only in Russia but also abroad, especially in Arab countries, Southeast Asia, and Africa.

The company already exports its products to various countries and sees prospects for further growth.

Raspberry requires careful care in spring: pruning in two stages, fertilizing, watering, mulching. Pruning stimulates fruiting, and fertilizers improve the harvest. It is important to maintain moisture by watering the soil during flowering. Mulch helps retain moisture and prevent evaporation.

The Minister of Agriculture of Russia, Oksana Lut, emphasized the importance of increasing productivity in the agricultural sector. Agricultural plots require manual labor that cannot be automated. There has been a noticeable increase in youth interest in education in this field, which contributes to the industry's development. Business involvement is planned to open new educational institutions as part of the agro-classes project.

The demand for feed for broilers and layers is growing. Corn in Indonesia is used for the production of animal feed. A 3% increase in feed production is forecasted, which will require more corn. This is associated with the rise in poultry product consumption and improvement in the economy in Indonesia.

Chinese importers have signed contracts to purchase 2.4 million tons of Brazilian soybeans due to falling prices caused by the trade conflict with the USA.

Deliveries are expected in May-July. In case of escalating tensions between the USA and China, soybean prices may increase.

Researchers from China have determined that amphotericin B (AMB) effectively fights against the Botrytis cinerea fungus, which causes gray mold in grapes. AMB inhibits the fungus by damaging its membrane and enhancing the plant's defense mechanisms. This opens up perspectives for the use of AMB as a new antifungal agent.