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The Earth

This episode of LA TIERRA Podcast tackles a fascinating topic, one that remains largely unknown to the general public: food harvesting, and especially the machinery used to collect it. We interviewed Juan Marugán, Product Manager for the Harvesting Line at New Holland.

The Farm

The agri-food sector faces the challenge of feeding 7 billion people, a figure that will continue to grow and which poses serious technological and innovation challenges. elEconomista wants to witness this revolution while also looking to the past to try to recover the best traditions.

Dossier of supra-autonomous innovation projects

Inventory of innovative projects implemented by supra-regional operational groups of the European Innovation Partnership for agricultural productivity and sustainability of the National Rural Development Programme (PNDR) 2014-2022, submeasure 16.2.

Operational Groups in Catalonia. Call for 2018

"Technical Dossier No. 123: “Operational groups in Catalonia. Call 2018” is dedicated to the Operational Groups developed within the framework of the CAP Strategic Plan (PEPAC 2023-2027), and taking into account the Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation Systems, also known as AKIS (Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation System).

Pruning the tree in the pasture

The purpose of this publication is to present the most important technical aspects that define tree pruning in the dehesa, as well as the limitations and precautions that must be taken into account when carrying out its implementation. Unit 1 presents the general criteria and physiological basis that must be taken into account when approaching tree pruning in the dehesa.

Validation and safety of aerial drone applications in the agroforestry environment (PHYTODRON)

Validation of the use of drones as a safe and effective alternative in comparison to applications with conventional phytosanitary products (rigorous analysis of risks, scenarios, applications and equipment).

Summary of the presentation day of the digital forestry demonstrator implemented in Kiwi Atlántico within the framework of the HIBA+ project

Summary of the presentation day of the digital forestry demonstrator implemented in Atlantic kiwi within the framework of the HIBA+ project

Grups operatius a Catalunya. Call 2018 (Catalan)

The Technical Dossier no. 123: “Grups operatius a Catalunya. Call 2018” is dedicated to the Groups Operatius developed within the framework of the CAP Strategic Plan (PEPAC 2023-2027), and includes the Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation Systems, also linked to AKIS (Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation System).

Olive Tree Pruning: Renewal Pruning.

Over time, the main branches of the adult olive tree begin to show signs of exhaustion with reduced vegetative growth, mainly due to the lack of light and space they will encounter during their development.

Effects of mechanical harvesting on the quality of Syrah red grapes and wine

Mechanical harvesting has become increasingly prevalent in recent decades in most Andalusian vineyards adapted to this type of machinery. However, this technique has always raised concerns about the final quality of the products obtained and even the profitability of the operation due to the potential losses that can occur.

Viruses Transmitted by Contact: Disinfection of Work Tools

Proper disinfection of field tools is vitally important to prevent the transmission of a series of viral diseases to the entire crop. In response to a demand from the sector, we present a summary of scientific studies on products used in tool disinfection.

Application of Phytosanitary Products at the Pilot Applicator Level: Training Content Update

Table of Contents: Unit 1: General aspects of plant protection; Unit 2: Phytosanitary products: classification and characteristics; Unit 3: Phytosanitary product formulations: nature and characteristics. Unit 4: Environmental risks derived from

Recommendations for the inspection and maintenance of equipment for applying phytosanitary products to greenhouse vegetables in Almería

This study aims to propose recommendations for the proper operation, inspection, and maintenance of pesticide application equipment in the main greenhouse areas of the province of Almería. The results presented here correspond to surveys conducted to determine the condition of application equipment in the Bajo Andarax and Campo de Dalías regions.

Training Manual: Olive Pruning

This manual, dedicated to olive pruning, addresses aspects related to this olive cultivation technique with the aim of training olive growers in the decision-making necessary to achieve optimal management of this practice. Table of Contents: Unit 1: General Aspects of Olive Pruning; Unit 2: Olive Grove Bush Pruning; Unit 3: Olive Grove Hedge Pruning.

Olive Tree Pruning: Production Pruning

This document describes and sets forth a series of recommendations on olive grove pruning practices to be carried out once the plantation has reached the productive period.

Guide to the Super-Intensive Citrus Farming System

This document presents a new model of citrus cultivation system called Superintensive, i.e., high-density plantations with trees of reduced vigor with approximately 2,200 plants/hectare, narrower planting frames and hedge formation through the use of mechanized pruning, aimed at mechanized harvesting with riding equipment that shakes foliage, like a grape harvester.

Facilities and Machinery in the Dairy Industry

This document constitutes the teaching material for the module "Facilities and Machinery in the Dairy Industry" of the "Cheese Specialist" Training Project.

Technical Evaluation of a Fixed Air-Water Misting System for the Application of Pesticides in Greenhouses

The high cost of misting systems and their use for only temporary climate control during the growing season do not allow for optimal return on investment, which is why they have begun to be used as equipment for applying phytosanitary products.

Effect of mechanized pruning on the agronomic and oenological behavior of red wine varieties grown in warm climates

Document showing the results of a three-year trial comparing the effects of manual pruning and mechanical pruning of two red grape varieties grown in the Montilla mountain range on their agronomic performance and oenological potential.

Vineyard Mechanization: A New, More Profitable Model of Viticulture

Document showing the results of the study carried out over four consecutive seasons in a vineyard located in the IFAPA Rancho de la Merced center. The main objectives were to improve crop profitability by applying new mechanized cultivation practices and techniques, and to study the impact of new viticulture models on plant physiology and the quality of the grapes and wine.