Bird damage in many high-value fruit and nut crops presents a persistent management challenge. High bird pressure at harvest can result in yield losses or unmarketable fruit.
At a drone applications workshop held at the UC Kearney Research Center, UCCE Farm Advisor Raymond Mireles outlined his work over the past year seeking a flexible, responsive bird deterrence strategy.
Crop damage varies by bird species, flock size, location and season. Blueberries and pistachios can be hit hard when birds become habituated to feeding on these crops.
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