Cicadas, also known as cicadas, cause many problems in olive groves, especially during the summer when this insect lays its eggs. This is especially true in olive groves in arid areas with clay soils.
They cause significant damage, especially to young olive trees, where they tend to be most significant. The cicadas target the thinnest and softest branches, where they cause the most damage, even leading to the death of the plant or stunting its growth.
What is the solution to protect the olive grove?
At DNT Nonwoven, we have a line dedicated to agriculture called DNT Agro. This nonwoven line is dedicated to crop protection and biological and thermal control, with the goal of offering an optimal and sustainable solution to the problems faced by each crop.
We offer a wide variety of products, including the Tubular Sheath, which is ideal for preventing problems caused by all types of insects, especially the cicada. Olive groves are affected when the cicada leaves oviposition wounds after laying its eggs. This causes a delay in the area because it dries out completely. At the same time, during the laying season (mainly July and August), the temperature of the plant decreases by up to 6-8 degrees, which favors its growth and development.
But what is a tubular sheath and what is it used for?
The Tubular Cover is made of non-woven material whose primary function is to protect crops and plants from wind and frost. It is resistant to ultraviolet radiation and is made of 100% polypropylene with a premium treatment. It offers several benefits, including:
- Versatile: adapts to different crops
- Higher crop quality and productivity
- Insect control and pest prevention
- Protecting the tree in its first years of life
- Air permeability
- Low cost
- 100% recyclable
- Promotes organic farming
The Tubular Cover is supplied in rolls and measures from 0.30 cm to 1.20 cm. Its bag-shaped format makes it easy to install on the tree canopy. It adapts to any type of crop, including almond, subtropical, and olive groves, among others. Its main properties and certifications include:
- Insoluble in water
- Hydrophobic and breathable character
- Chemical stability
- No smell
- Carbon footprint
- ISO 9001 (quality and customer satisfaction)
- ISO 14001 (environmental protection and respect)
Consequently, thanks to continuous innovation and adaptation to customer needs, DNT Agro develops a variety of sustainable products and solutions to the challenges of each crop.
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