in Zimbabwe, agroforestry projects in Kenya and Uganda and sustainable disease control in tomato in India. The Koppert Foundation was also active in education
can lead to reduced yields, increased susceptibility to other pests and diseases, and economic losses for potato growers. Recognising A Wireworm Infestation
and become stressed, making it an attractive food source for insects and diseases. The third critical period in the growth cycle of a blueberry plant is
agents, so growers were actively seeking alternative solutions for pests and diseases. At the same time, supermarkets imposed higher requirements for stricter
essential to maintain healthy, productive crops and prevent the spread of diseases. Biological control of whiteflies uses a combination of natural enemies
their high reproductive potential and their ability to transmit plant virus diseases. Aphids also excrete unwanted sap sugars (honeydew) on the leaf surface
describe the biological protections tools for the management of pests and diseases, and that is great! The current system is completely unreliable. This new
therefore more sustainable way and in many cases actually prevent outbreaks of diseases and pests, thus avoiding the need to combat them. ‘This would make professional
and nutrient uptake. This results in stunted growth, wilting, yellowing, disease susceptibility, seedling death, and reduced crop quality. Capirel nematodes
our microbial products such as nematodes and fungi which combat pests and diseases but can also support plant health . ‘A healthy plant is far more resilient
