Bordeaux mixture
Bordeaux mixture: A type of fungicide used in vineyards, Bordeaux mixture is made up of copper sulfate and calcium oxide. It is used to prevent powdery mildew and black rot.
Glossary Category:
border harvesting
Border harvesting: Border harvesting is a method of viticulture where the grapes are grown on the edge of a field, near the boundary or fence line. This allows for easy access to the grapes and minimizes the need for pesticides and herbicides.
borrow pits
Borrow pits: Borrow pits are excavations that are created when soil or rock is removed for construction purposes. The material from borrow pits can be used to backfill or level off an area.
bract
Bract: A bract is a leaf-like structure that surrounds and protects a flower or inflorescence. Bracts can be brightly colored and are often mistaken for petals.
Breakdown of Pesticides
Pesticides:Pesticides are substances or mixture of substances used to control pests. Pests can be insects, rodents, fungi, weeds, and other plant or animal diseases. Pesticides can be used in agriculture, horticulture, forestry, and urban areas to kill pests.
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