The white fly infestation was rathet severe. Sucking insects causing the plant to have a whitish appearance. Still infested but at a much lower rate.
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Friday, April 8, 2016
Aftermath of white fly invasion
Greenhouse is cooler now. After spraying the white flies witg 2 nd treatment yesterday and having had to destroy several plants, the lower temperature is keeping the pest at bay.
Thursday, April 7, 2016
White flies in greenhouse
Yesterday we spent 2 hours treating the plants with insecticidal soap.
The white flies had infested our lettuce and pepper plants.
The white flies had infested our lettuce and pepper plants.
Today the plants seem to be recovering but gradually the white flies will continue to increase in number.
Another treatment will be needed by tomorrow.
Thursday, March 31, 2016
Arduino weather station project: Internet of things (IOT)
Using the Arduino Uno Sparkfun breakout boards we have begun the first phase of our greenhouse weather station.
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