Publications by authors named "Esther Bravin"

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A large literature has documented the effects of weather on agricultural yields. However, weather not only impacts the quantity produced, but also the quality of the product. Due to data limitations, the quality effects have primarily been studied using lab experiments for specific attributes, and the financial implications for farmers of a quality effect are less clear.

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The survey data presented in this article provides information on risk management strategies in response to the invasive pest collected among Swiss fruit and wine growers. The survey covered grape, plum, berry and cherry growers and the years 2016, 2017 and 2018. Strategies to prevent or control were collected at the variety level and information on perceived infestation levels as well as harvest losses was collected.

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First detected in Switzerland in 2011, the invasive , spotted wing drosophila, has caused recurring costs for growers of berries and fruit. Recommended management approaches rely on a set of methods, tailored to suit crop requirements under the prevailing local conditions. Control of represents a substantial economic burden for growers, in terms of material, equipment, new infrastructure and extra labour.

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