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Plant Protection

The agricultural sector must square up to numerous challenges in the field of plant protection. Discover what Agroscope is doing in this field.

Topics

Phytopathology

Phytopathology is the science of plant diseases caused by viruses, bacteria, oomycetes (water moulds), phytoplasma and fungi

Entomology

Pest population dynamics, Economic injury levels, Pest management, Emergent crop pests, Diagnostic and advisory services

Biological control

Engerlinge leben im Boden und ernähren sich von totem organischem Material oder Wurzeln lebender Pflanzen.

Weed Science

Weed control is necessary in all crops in order to prevent yield losses.

Plant Protection Products (PPPs)

Plant protection products (PPPs) are used against harmful organisms to protect plants and their products. Their use is indicated where other measures cannot adequately ensure the protection of crops from harmful organisms.

Agroscope Plant Health Service

More information can be found on the German page.

Phytosanitary Diagnostics

More information can be found on the German, French or Italian pages.

Crops diseases and pests

Cereals, Maize, Potatoes, Oilseed and protein crops

Soil health

Soil health is crucial for the future of agricultural production. On this and the following pages you’ll find various videos and fact sheets on this topic. These documents were created by the European Best4Soil network, in which Agroscope is actively involved.

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