Vol. 6 No. 09 (2024): Volume 06 Issue 09

The insecticide Medouz, MD, SC demonstrated high effectiveness against aphids and apple codling moth on apple trees when applied at a rate of 0.3 L/ha. We recommend the use of the insecticide Medouz, MD, SC against aphids and apple codling moth on apple trees, applied at a rate of 0.3 L/ha during the plant's vegetative period.

The rapid evolution of information technology offers unprecedented opportunities for transforming agriculture through innovative solutions. This paper explores strategies for accelerating advancements in Agricultural IT, focusing on key areas such as digital agriculture, precision farming, and farm management systems. It examines the role of emerging technologies—including artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and IoT—in enhancing productivity, sustainability, and decision-making processes in agriculture. By analyzing case studies and industry trends, the paper identifies best practices for fostering innovation, overcoming implementation challenges, and leveraging collaborative efforts between stakeholders. The findings aim to provide actionable insights for policymakers, technology developers, and agricultural practitioners to drive forward-looking IT solutions that address current and future agricultural needs. Ultimately, the goal is to create a more efficient, resilient, and competitive agricultural sector through strategic innovation and growth.

The sustainable management of organic waste is crucial for enhancing the efficiency of biogas production processes. This study investigates the potential of co-digested solid fractions as an alternative feedstock in biogas plants. Co-digestion involves the simultaneous processing of multiple organic waste streams, which can improve the nutrient balance and overall digestibility of the substrate. This research focuses on the composition, digestibility, and biogas yield of co-digested solid fractions derived from agricultural and municipal solid waste. Through experimental analysis, the study evaluates the impact of these fractions on biogas production rates, methane content, and overall process stability. Results demonstrate that co-digested solid fractions can significantly enhance biogas yield compared to traditional single-substrate digestion. Additionally, the use of these fractions contributes to more efficient waste management practices and supports sustainable energy production. The findings highlight the viability of incorporating co-digested solid fractions into biogas plant feedstock strategies, offering a promising solution for optimizing biogas production and advancing waste-to-energy technologies.

Poultry farming plays a pivotal role in addressing human food demand. Robots are emerging as promising tools in poultry farming, with the potential to address sustainability issues while meeting the increasing production needs and demand for animal welfare. This review aims to identify the current advancements, problems and prospects of development for robotics in poultry farming by examining existing challenges, solutions and innovative research, including robot-animal interactions. This paper covers the application of robots in different areas, from environmental monitoring to disease control, floor eggs collection and animal welfare. Robots not only demonstrate effective implementation on farms but also hold potential for ethological research on collective and social behaviour, which can in turn drive a better integration in industrial farming, with improved productivity and enhanced animal welfare.