Profitability of different technologies of strawberry cultivation
2003
Lille, T. | Karp, K. | Vaernik, R. (Estonian Agricultural University, Tartu (Estonia). Inst. of Horticulture)
The experiments with strawberries were carried out in 1999-2001. There were two cultivation types in the experiment: plastic mulch and straw mulch with burning after harvesting. The present research investigated the influence of mulches and cultivars on strawberry yield and profit. Straw mulch suits for 'Jonsok' and 'Bounty' because it increases yields. In places, where late-spring frost damages are usual, the growing of early cultivars with straw mulch would be practical. Plastic mulch suits better for cultivars susceptible to grey mould ('Senga Sengana'). It is useful to grow different cultivars because their yields are different according to years. The yield of the plant depends on the cultivar and on the cultivation technology. In year 2000 'Jonsok' grown with straw was more productive and profitable than other cultivars. In 2001 'Senga Sengana' grown with straw was the most productive and more profitable than 'Jonsok' and 'Pounty'. The burning of leaves flights pests and weeds and farmers can save on chemicals. Using straw mulch is more perspective for getting higher yields and profit
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