As temperatures rise due to climate change, certain pests are becoming more of a problem for Swiss winegrowers. To combat the increase in pests, Swiss winegrowers are turning to an unlikely source—frost. A recent study has revealed that the use of frost in vineyards can help reduce the number of pests, allowing for more successful harvests. The study found that, when growers use frost, there is a significant decrease in the number of pests, leading to a decrease in damage to both the vines and the grapes. This is great news for Swiss winegrowers, who can now use frost as a tool to protect their crops from pests.

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source: Phys.org