American researchers propose using mesh tunnels to protect organic vegetables

Scientists from the University of Kentucky (USA) are exploring organic farming using mesh mini-tunnels. The researchers won a $3.5 million grant from the US Department of Agriculture. These fine mesh coverings should protect plants from pests and adverse climatic conditions, according to the press service of the University of Kentucky. Researchers at the University of Kentucky's Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and the Environment, along with British researchers Rick Bessin and Mark Williams and David Gontier, leading scientists from Cornell University, Iowa State University and the Organic Center, are working on a four-year project, “Expanding Sustainable Climate and Environmental Systems.” pest control for the production of various specialty organic crops.” They believe fine-mesh mini-tunnels could be a potential dual solution against pests and climate problems. Read also: Lettuce yield in a controlled environment is twice as high as in the field - study “Mini-tunnels ...