New “plant armor” more than triples strawberry yields

InsectNews newsroom brief · 1h ago · 1 min read · via sciencedaily.com

A new protective fabric boosted strawberry yields by as much as 3.56 times while blocking insects and still allowing sunlight, rain, and airflow to reach the plants. Originally inspired by research on military clothing, Plant Armor could also help farms reduce pesticide and water

A new protective fabric boosted strawberry yields by as much as 3.56 times while blocking insects and still allowing sunlight, rain, and airflow to reach the plants. Originally inspired by research on military clothing, Plant Armor could also help farms reduce pesticide and water This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking insect. Reported by sciencedaily.com. Read the full original at the source link below.

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