Tag Archive: laser bird control (44)

Challenges & Solutions for Preventing Bird Damage to Soft Fruit Crops

Agriculture WGC Indy Blogs

June 18, 2024
Over the course of the summer, soft fruits such as wine grapes, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and cherries ripen and mature. Unfortunately, during this pivotal moment for farmers and growers, fruit crops are particularly vulnerable to bird damage. Birds, including starlings, robins, blackbirds, grackles, sparrows, crows and ravens, are naturally attracted... Read More
Bird eating soft fruit

Birds & Soft Fruit Crops: The Impact, Challenges & Solutions

Agriculture MBM Blogs

June 18, 2024
Over the course of the summer, soft fruits such as wine grapes, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and cherries ripen and mature. Unfortunately, during this pivotal moment for farmers and growers, fruit crops are particularly vulnerable to bird damage. Birds, including starlings, robins, blackbirds, grackles, sparrows, crows and ravens, are naturally attracted... Read More
Bird eating soft fruit

The Impact of Birds on Soft Fruit Crops: Challenges & Solutions

Agriculture WGC Blogs

June 18, 2024
Over the course of the summer, soft fruits such as wine grapes, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and cherries ripen and mature. Unfortunately, during this pivotal moment for farmers and growers, fruit crops are particularly vulnerable to bird damage. Birds, including starlings, robins, blackbirds, grackles, sparrows, crows and ravens, are naturally attracted... Read More
Bird eating soft fruit

When It Comes to Sweet Corn, Birds Can’t Get Enough of Your Crops

Agriculture MBM Blogs

May 12, 2022
Sweet corn is one of the predominant crops in the Midwest, and is popular with both people and animals. Unfortunately, there are many species of migratory birds that feed on local crops including sandhill cranes, European starlings, and red-winged blackbirds. In 2019 the USDA published a study showing that blackbirds... Read More

How To Prevent Birds From Feeding On Your Sweet Corn Crops

Agriculture WGC Indy Blogs

May 12, 2022
Sweet corn is one of the predominant crops in the Midwest, and is popular with both people and animals. Unfortunately, there are many species of migratory birds that feed on local crops including sandhill cranes, European starlings, and red-winged blackbirds. In 2019 the USDA published a study showing that blackbirds... Read More

Why Birds Can’t Get Enough of Your Sweet Corn This Growing Season

Agriculture WGC Blogs

May 12, 2022
Sweet corn is one of the predominant crops in the Midwest, and is popular with both people and animals. Unfortunately, there are many species of migratory birds that feed on local crops including sandhill cranes, European starlings, and red-winged blackbirds. In 2019 the USDA published a study showing that blackbirds... Read More

Determining The Right Bird Deterrents For Your Property

MBM Blogs

April 28, 2022
While there are many bird deterrents on the market, choosing the right one can make – or break – the results of your bird problems. Determining a successful deterrent starts with identifying the birds in question, where the problem is occurring, and the severity of the problem. From visual to... Read More

How To Determine The Right Bird Deterrents For Your Property

WGC Indy Blogs

April 28, 2022
While there are many bird deterrents on the market, choosing the right one can make – or break – the results of your bird problems. Determining a successful deterrent starts with identifying the birds in question, where the problem is occurring, and the severity of the problem. From visual to... Read More

Are You Using the Wrong Bird Deterrents on Your Property?

WGC Blogs

April 28, 2022
While there are many bird deterrents on the market, choosing the right one can make – or break – the results of your bird problems. Determining a successful deterrent starts with identifying the birds in question, where the problem is occurring, and the severity of the problem. From visual to... Read More

Saving Grapes: Autonomic Lasers for Winery Orchards

Agriculture MBM Blogs

April 21, 2022
By: Vanessa Williams, Animal Behaviorist & Canine Handler For as long as humans have been enjoying wine, we have been competing with birds for the fruits of our labor. Ripening grapes are a bird delicacy, filled with the energy and hydration needed to bulk up for winter and migrate long... Read More