The Science Behind TRIC.
Every season, our technology is further validated through university research, peer-reviewed publications, and commercial field trials. This library brings together many of the most influential scientific papers supporting nighttime UV-C as a practical tool for reducing disease pressure and supporting integrated pest management in agriculture.
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Peer-Reviewed Research
Evaluation of UV-C Light for Control of Tetranychus urticae and Eotetranychus lewisi on Strawberry (2026)
Latest peer-reviewed strawberry research demonstrating that nighttime UV-C provides strong ovicidal control of two-spotted spider mite and Lewis mite eggs, complementing integrated pest management programs.
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Researchers Harness the Sun’s Rays to Fight Strawberry Disease (USDA Agricultural Research Service)
A USDA overview explaining how federal researchers developed nighttime UV-C treatments to suppress powdery mildew in strawberries while avoiding injury to plants and fruit. This article provides an excellent non-technical overview of the foundational USDA research behind commercial nighttime UV-C crop protection.
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