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5/16/2025, 12:32:55 PM

*Maize farmers please pay close attention!* *LET'S TALK about Armyworms 🐛TODAY!* Armyworms, particularly the fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda), can be a significant pest for maize (corn) farms. They are known for their voracious feeding behavior and can cause substantial damage to crops. This is what you should know about armyworms in maize farming: 🐛 Armyworms feed on maize leaves, silks, and kernels. Their feeding will always lead to reduced yields, poor crop quality, and even crop failure if infestations are severe. 🐛 Adult armyworms are moths, while the larvae (caterpillars) are the stage that causes damage. The larvae can be green, brown, or striped, and they often move in groups, which is why they are called "armyworms." 🐛 Beware of the *African Fall Armyworm!* This highly destructive pest can wipe out 20% to 100% of a maize field. A single moth lays up to 1,500 eggs and migrates 100 km per night, making it a serious threat! *Here is the life Cycle:* The fall armyworm goes through four life stages: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult moth. The larvae are the damaging stage and can move in large numbers across fields, resembling a marching army. Since FAW is resistant to many insecticides, the best defense is *Integrated Pest Management (IPM)*- using biological control, crop rotation, and selective pesticides to protect your harvest. *Here are effective Management Strategies:* Effective management includes a combination of strategies: 1. *Monitoring:* Scout your field regularly to detect early infestations. 2. *Biological Control:* Introducing natural predators or parasitoids. These are natural enemies you can introduce: trichogramma wasps, spiders, predatory beetles, birds, beneficial nematodes, such as Steinernema and Heterorhabditis, can parasitize armyworm larvae in the soil. 3. *Chemical Control:* Using insecticides, e.g., bifenthrin, cypermethrin, imidacloprid, methomyl etc, do this judiciously to avoid resistance development. 4. *Cultural Practices:* Crop rotation, removing crop residues, and planting pest-resistant maize varieties. 5. *Prevention:* Preventive measures include using pheromone traps for early detection, applying preventative insecticide treatments, promote practices that support natural enemies of the armyworm. Proper management requires timely interventions and a comprehensive approach combining various control methods to minimize the impact on your maize crops. 🌿🌽🌿🌽🌿🌽🌿🌽🌽🌿🌽🌿🌽🌿🌽 Are you passionate about Maize Farming or would you love to learn how to turn your maize farm into a maize farming agribusiness? We have put together 4 WELL DETAILED Maize/ Corn Farming PDF guide books that COVER EVERYTHING from PLANTING to HARVESTING to MARKETING! You can NOW order the 4 Maize/Corn Farming e-books at the cost of one book via WhatsApp by following this link wa.link/nafs8b You will as well get 2 BONUS books on Maize/Corn Farming and you will also be added in one of the iMaDe FARMs WhatsApp groups! *THE TOPICS COVERED IN THE BOOKS ARE:* 🌽 Maize types and varieties! 🌽 Climate/soil requirements/soil testing! 🌽 Treatment of seed before sowing! 🌽 Site selection/land preparation! 🌽 Planting: date, seed spacing/depth/population 🌽 Irrigation and weed management! 🌽 Fertilizer/manure application! 🌽 Diseases, pests and control methods! 🌽 Harvesting and post harvest handling 🌽 Storage and record keeping! 🌽 Value addition/packaging & labeling! 🌽 Entrepreneurial skills, marketing E.T.C! Learning with *iMaDe FARMs* 💚🤍🧡

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5/18/2025, 10:24:12 AM

*IS MAGGOTS FEED GOOD FOR PIGS?* Yes, maggots can be a nutritious feed supplement for pigs! Maggots, the larvae of flies, are high in protein and can be used as a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional protein sources like fishmeal or soybean meal. Maggot meal, which is made by drying and processing maggots, can be used as a feed additive for pigs, *providing several benefits:* 1. High protein content (up to 60%) 2. Rich in essential amino acids 3. Good source of minerals like calcium and phosphorus 4. Improve pig growth performance and feed efficiency Maggots production can help reduce the environmental impact of pig farms by reducing waste! However, it's important to note that maggot meal should be used in moderation and as part of a balanced diet, as it can be high in fat and may not provide all the necessary nutrients for pig growth. Additionally, proper handling and processing of maggots are crucial to ensure their safety and quality as a feed ingredient. Overall, maggot meal can be a valuable and innovative feed supplement for pigs, offering a unique combination of nutritional benefits and sustainability advantages! *You can feed maggots feed to your CHICKEN, DUCKS, TURKEYS and FISH as well!* If you'd love to LEARN how to breed MAGGOTS at home using clean and odourless steps, we have put together some PDF guide books to help you get started which you can order for via WhatsApp HERE: ➡️ wa.link/th5yab YOU WILL ALSO BE ADDED IN ONE OF OUR *iMaDe FARMs* WhatsApp Groups after you have received all the books! Learning with *iMaDe FARMs* 🧡🤍💚

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5/14/2025, 9:15:15 AM

*An Introduction to SOIL-LESS FARMING!* Let's talk about Hydroponics today! *What is Hydroponics?* Hydroponics is a method of growing plants without using soil. Instead, plants are grown in a nutrient-rich water solution that provides all the essential minerals directly to the roots. This innovative farming technique allows plants to grow faster, produce higher yields, and use less water compared to traditional soil-based methods. *How Does Hydroponics Work?* In a hydroponic system, the plants' roots are either submerged in or regularly misted with a water-based solution that contains all the nutrients the plants need. Since the roots don't have to search for nutrients in the soil, they can absorb them more efficiently, leading to quicker growth and healthier plants. *Types of Hydroponic Systems:* 1. *Nutrient Film Technique (NFT):* A thin film of nutrient-rich water continuously flows over the roots, allowing them to absorb nutrients while getting enough oxygen. 2. *Deep Water Culture (DWC):* Plants are suspended in a solution of nutrient-rich water, with their roots fully submerged, providing constant access to nutrients. 3. *Drip System:* Nutrients are delivered to the plant roots through a network of tubes, providing precise control over the feeding schedule. 4. *Wick System:* Nutrients are drawn up to the roots through a wick, making it a simple and passive system. 5. *Aeroponics:* Roots are suspended in the air and misted with a nutrient solution, providing maximum oxygen exposure and nutrient absorption. *Benefits of Hydroponic Farming:* 1. *Faster Growth:* Plants in a hydroponic system can grow up to 50% faster than those in soil because they have direct access to nutrients and optimal conditions. 2. *Higher Yields:* The controlled environment of hydroponics allows for more frequent harvests and higher crop yields. 3. *Water Efficiency:* Hydroponic systems use up to 90% less water than traditional farming since the water is recirculated and reused. 4. *Space Efficiency:* Hydroponics can be set up in smaller spaces, making it ideal for urban farming or indoor gardening. 5. *Pest and Disease Control:* Without soil, there is a reduced risk of soil-borne diseases and pests, leading to healthier plants and fewer pesticides. 6. *Year-Round Growing:* Hydroponic systems can be operated indoors, allowing for consistent crop production regardless of the season. Are you interested in hydroponic farming? The GOOD NEWS is that you can now ORDER for our STEP by STEP PDF Hydroponic Farming guide book and get an INTRODUCTION to hydroponics, learn all essentials you will need for your first hydroponics systems, instructions how to construct different hydroponics systems, what plants to grow and much MORE! You can now ORDER for your Hydroponic Farming PDF guide book via WhatsApp *HERE:* 😍👉 wa.link/8lkxix YOU WILL ALSO BE ADDED IN ONE of our *iMaDe FARMs* WhatsApp groups after you have received the book! Keep learning with us! *iMaDe FARMs* 🧡🤍💚