#465 We seem to have some pests on our plants!

Join Richard in this weeks podcast where this week he has noticed some pests on his plants. Richard shares how he is tackling these pests. This week on the plots This week Richard has been tackling the following WeedingPotting up plantsProtecting cropsthinning out carrots And much more on the podcast We seem to have some pests on our plants This week Richard has noticed that Slugs and snails have attacked his seedlingsPigeons have attacked his cabbage plantsMaggots in RaspberriesA listener has also discovered Maggots in her plums Because of this Richard has taken action for slug and snails Richard has used grazers g2 slag and snail repellent. From a company called Grazers. This is a calcium based repellent which doesn't kill anything. Which Richard feels comfortable using. To tackle the Pigeon Richard has covered the cabbages with nets to prevent further damage. the raspberry and plums however are a little tricky and cant take action just yet. Richard has found raspberry beetle trap and plum moth traps that he would use next year. Please enjoy this week episode. If you enjoy this podcast, please consider becoming a supporting member.