Researcher, agr., Ph.D.
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Researcher, agr., M.Sc.
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This project aims to validate the general hypothesis that the effectiveness of spraying through nets can be optimized by selecting appropriate spraying and exclusion parameters so as to achieve an adequate deposition rate of inputs, in terms of
Using a complete exclusion system for orchards as well as optimized air flow spray, measure:
From 2020 to 2023
Project duration
Fruit production
Activity areas
Pest, weed, and disease control
Service
Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation du Québec | Producteurs de pommes du Québec
Scientific article • Gérald Chouinard, Francine Pelletier, Mikaël Larose, Catherine Pouchet
Chouinard, G., Pelletier, F., Larose, M., Pouchet, C., Dumont, Ma-J. et Tavares, J R. . 2022. Exclusion nets for orchards: manipulating mesh characteristics to improve net selectivity - with a focus on aphid’s natural enemies. 1 DownloadDeveloping and assessing the planting of flower strips in orchard inter-rows as an alternative to the application of insecticides.
Researchers: Daniel Cormier Gérald Chouinard
This project tests cost-effective organic fertilization strategies for summer strawberries on plastic.
Researcher: Christine Landry
The aim of this project was to test the general hypothesis that exclusion nets, when properly used, can prevent attacks by most apple pests and reduce disease incidence with no major adverse effects on fruit quality.
Researcher: Gérald Chouinard