'Scarecrow of the sky' in full flight to protect Australian fruit and almond crops A new falcon drone wards off peckish birds that have been destroying valuable fruit crops.

'Scarecrow of the sky' in full flight to protect Australian fruit and almond crops #drones #orchards #fruitcrops

Plant–arthropod associations in custard apples, genus Annona: A global perspective Annona species, commonly known as custard apples, engage with a wide range of arthropods, including both herbivores and pollinators, which shape their ecology. These plants produce secondary metaboli...

Our global review of plant–arthropod associations in custard apples (Annona spp.) is now published! 🪲🌿 614 species recorded with key insights for pest management & biosecurity.
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#Entomology #fruitcrops #Annona

🌍 New study on custard apples (Annona spp.), hosting 614 arthropod species! Understanding plant-insect interactions is key for crop management and plant health. 🐞🦋 #Biodiversity #fruitcrops #Agriculture #planthealth @ihsmumacsic.bsky.social @ugentopenscience.bsky.social 📖 DOI: 10.1111/eea.13587