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Asparagus resources
AHDB Horticulture funded an extensive programme of research on many aspects of commercial asparagus production. The available reports and resources are listed below.
PESTS OF ASPARAGUS:
Asparagus beetle
Sustainable control methods for asparagus beetle
Bean seed fly
Risk factors and crop damage caused by bean seed flies
Mammal pests
Managing rabbit problems associated with horticulture
Nematodes
Identification and management of nematodes in field crops
DISEASES OF ASPARAGUS:
Phytophthora
Management of Phytophthora rot on UK asparagus crops
Phytophthora rot in asparagus – be aware and prepare
Research report FV 246 and 246a: Asparagus: management of phytophthora rot
Stemphylium purple spot
Management of Stemphylium purple spot on UK asparagus crops
Research project: FV 341 Integrated management of Stemphylium purple spot in asparagus
Viruses
Research project: FV 384 Asparagus - Screening UK crops for virus infection
Research project: FV 384a Asparagus - screening UK crops for virus infection
OTHER TOPICS ON ASPARAGUS:
Crop management
Best management practices for asparagus
Sustainable soil management for stand longevity and yield optimisation for asparagus
Research project: Asparagus - maximising yield by optimising establishment and agronomy
Food safety
How to keep fresh produce safe to eat
Monitoring microbial food safety of fresh produce
Video: Webinar - Disinfecting irrigation water for use on fresh produce
Video: Webinar - Microbials - Keeping it clean
Video: Webinar - Microbials - Managing risk in the production of fresh produce
Labour and skills
Edible horticulture skills survey
Video: Webinar - Operating in a reduced labour market
Video: Webinar - Using LEAN techniques to improve labour efficiency in horticulture
Video: Webinar - Using your time effectively
Nutrient management
Green manures – effects on soil nutrient management and soil physical and biological properties
Green manures – implications of economic and environmental benefits on rotational management
Green manures – species selection
Soils
Measuring soil nutrients, pH and organic matter
Video: How to conduct a quick assessment of your soils
Video: Webinar - Soil health for horticulture
Video: Webinar - Soil health improvement – Cover crops and organic amendments
Water
Establishing a resilient water supply
Protecting the water supply for your crops
Weed control
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