A fungicide can now be used on Asian pears grown in the US
What happened
US environmental regulators have approved a new pesticide, fluazinam, for use on Asian pears. This means farmers can now use this specific chemical to protect their Asian pear crops.
Why it matters
Every time a new pesticide is approved for a specific crop, it changes the economics for farmers. They gain a new tool to fight pests, which can reduce crop loss and increase yields. This small change means Asian pear growers now have one more option to manage their fields.
The signal
Watch for any changes in the market share of Asian pears, or reports from growers about improved yields or reduced pest issues.