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Croatia

Description

What type of agriculture is being studied in Croatia?

Olives

What are the main characteristics of the site?

Most of Istria is agricultural because it is rich in fertile areas. Olives, grapevines, different types of vegetables, and fruits are mostly grown.

When are pesticides applied?

Most applications occur between May-September, and some applications as early as February.

Which pesticides are relied on the most in the area?

Istra has both integrated and organic agricultural production. Integrated production uses PPP, and the most commonly used are glyphosate, copper oxychlorides, deltamethrin, phosmet, and dimethoate. While in organic production, copper oxychlorides and hydroxides, paraffin oil, and Bacillus thugiensis are used.

 

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