Integrated Pest Management

for sustainable farming. It reduces the reliance on chemical pesticides, which can have adverse effects on both crops and the environment. Beneficial insects [...] are examples of beneficial organisms used for biological pest control . The beneficial organisms prey or parasitise on pests in agriculture, helping to protect [...] below the economic threshold, chemical intervention might be necessary. IPM advocates for the use of the least toxic options available. This approach minimises

Onion fly

onion growers, onion fly infestations can be a major concern, but there are a few control strategies that can be used to manage this pest. These include crop [...] Recognize onion fly infestations It can be difficult to identify an onion fly infestation because the signs may not always be visible. But there are a few symptoms [...] by the larvae as they feed can also be seen in the bulbs. The bulbs may occasionally soften or decay, which may be a sign of a serious infestation. Regularly

Praon volucre

the opening The dosage of Aphiscout depends on climate, crop and aphid density and species, and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start [...] within 2 weeks. Releases should be repeated when aphids are still present. If the aphid species present is known it might be better to switch to an appropriate [...] most abundant parasitoids of many aphid species in Europe. Praon volucre is used for the control of the following pests: Potato aphid ( Macrosiphum euphorbiae

Encarsia formosa

2 /release. Releases should be repeated until control is achieved. At increasing temperatures it may be better to switch to the use of Enermix or Ercal [...] sunlight The dosage of En-Strip or Enermix depends on climate, crop and whitefly density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start i [...] farmers and gardeners aiming to reduce the reliance on chemical pesticides. Encarsia formosa is used for the control of the following pests: Greenhouse

Feltiella acarisuga

least two weeks The dosage of Spidend depends on climate, crop and spider mite density and should always be adjusted to the situation. Start introduction [...] cups ( Spidend ). Make a hole in the lid and place the cup on the rock wool slab or directly on the soil Protect against direct sunlight and water Leave [...] Introduction rates typically range from 0.25-25 per m2/release. Releases should be repeated at least 3 times at weekly intervals, or until the pest is controlled

Trianum-G

tubes). Use a dosage spoon for manual application to ensure uniform application. Dosage The dosage of Trianum-G depends on the crop and should always be adjusted [...] and uniformity. Crops Trianum-G can be used in most crops. Mode of action The mode of action of Trianum-G is based on the following mechanisms: Competition [...] space Trianum-G grows faster on the surface of the root than other soil-borne fungi. Other fungi get less chance to establish on the roots. Competition for

Aphidius colemani

least a few days The dosage of Aphipar depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction [...] /release. Releases should be repeated at least 3 times. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy [...] environments. Aphidius colemani is widely used in the biological control of aphids . Aphidius colemani is used for the control of the following pests: Cotton

Aphidalia

per tree Dosage The dosage of Aphidalia depends on climate and the size of the trees and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start in [...] Mode of action The ladybirds feed on aphids and lay eggs in the aphid colonies. After emergence, the larvae also feed on aphids. Visual effect Aphids are [...] introduction as soon as the first aphids are detected on the trees. Use at least one cotton bag per tree and up to 3 bags for large trees. Consult a Koppert

Macrocheles robustulus

cylinder gently before use Spread material evenly on soil or planting medium (not on the plastic) The dosage of Macro-Mite depends on climate, crop, planting [...] robustulus is used for the control of the following pests: Sciarid flies (fungus gnats) Thrips Lyprauta larvae The predatory mites feed on larvae of sciarid [...] size and pearly white. Best conditions for use of Macrocheles robustulus For optimal results the soil has to be moist, rich in organic matter and have a

Pollination checklist outdoor

position the hive on a crate or on a stack of stones. Flowering weeds may be visited by bumblebees in addition to the target crop. You should therefore mow [...] supplied with the hive. Use of pesticides Exercise caution when using pesticides before and during flowering. Some pesticides can be harmful for pollinating [...] Consult the list of side effects, on paper or via the Internet . This list states how each product can be integrated with the use of bumblebees.