The most effective way to protect blueberry bushes from birds
The most effective way to protect blueberry bushes from birds
Excellent quality blueberry fruit is very popular. High-quality blueberry fruit is not just theoretical, as long as efficient growing methods are used.
In this article, we will introduce ways to prevent bird infestation in the process of growing blueberries.
Because berries are the favorite foraging targets of birds, according to statistics, more than 20% of berry fruits are ingested by birds every year. Therefore, how to prevent the infestation of birds is a very important issue.
Why do birds love blueberries?
Blueberries are native to North America, and so far there are more than 50 varieties to choose from and are widely grown all over the world. Blueberry bushes can grow to over 6 feet tall, but blueberry yields are not high because of the very small fruit. Blueberries are known as the healthiest fruit, and half a cup of blueberry puree contains only 30 calories. And it is rich in anthocyanins, which can benefit your health.
This fruit is also one of the favorites of birds, it is very soft, rich in pulp and has a good taste. And ripe blueberries have many small seeds that are popular with birds for both texture and taste.
Birds love berries like blueberries.
Invasion of birds can cause a decline in the yield and quality of blueberries.
Birds are very fond of flocks and are very good at pecking. Birds, especially medium-sized birds such as pigeons and chickadees, forage in flocks and eat fruit, reducing yields. Small birds can pierce the fruit, causing the quality of the fruit to decline.
And it’s not limited to that.
- Birds will knock off berries when they forage, resulting in additional losses.
- Injured fruits often lead to the proliferation of molds, causing plant diseases, and polluting the soil, causing plant diseases to recur for many years.
- When birds are foraging, they are picky eaters, looking for the most ripe fruit. In the process of tasting, a large number of fruits are damaged, resulting in a decrease in the quality of the fruits.
- Birds will remember the season and location of fruit ripening and come to forage every year. If no action is taken, the lost fruit will increase every year.
The role of bird nets in blueberry cultivation?
Bird nets are the most effective means of protecting blueberries. Of course you have other options too, including some bird scare gear, colorful ribbons, sound repellants, electronic scarecrows, and more.
- Practice has proved that birds have very fast adaptability to these equipments. And, considering the cost, anti-bird nets are the most efficient way to prevent birds.
- The anti-bird net can be reused for many years without causing environmental pollution, noise pollution, etc.
- In large-scale blueberry plantations, bird nets can provide 100% reliable bird protection.
- In addition to being an anti-bird net, it can also play a role in preventing hail, insects, wind, and shading.
Conclusion
As the best way to protect blueberry bushes from birds, bird nets provide blueberry growers with one of the most efficient solutions.
It can provide the product quality of your blueberry plantation, increase yields, install it once, and benefit in the long run.
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