{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65de8d1f21cd380016335e9a/68c0a06202dac152358c72fb?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"EP8: Augmentative biocontrol - explaining the science","description":"<p>In this episode, the first of a two part series, we explain the science of augmentative biocontrol using a native insect.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>This science underpins the A Lighter Touch and TomatoesNZ project to revitalise biocontrol of greenhouse pests, which was disrupted by the arrival of a new pest, the tomato-potato psyllid.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Find more infomation on the <a href=\"https://a-lighter-touch.co.nz/our-projects/tomato-potato-psyllid-tpp/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Tomatoes biocontrol project page</a> of the ALT website. Grower resources on integated pest management (IPM) mentioned in the epsiode are <a href=\"https://www.tomatoesnz.co.nz/ipm/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here</a>. </p><p><br></p><p>Looking for more tools, tips, and resources on sustainable agriculture in Aotearoa New Zealand? Visit A Lighter Touch's&nbsp;<a href=\"https://a-lighter-touch.co.nz/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">website</a>, sign up for our&nbsp;<a href=\"https://a-lighter-touch.co.nz/keep-updated/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">newsletter</a>, or follow us on&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-lighter-touch-new-zealand/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Linkedin</a>.</p>","author_name":"A Lighter Touch"}