• Fusarium spp.

  the baking quality of wheat and brewing qualities of barley. Furthermore, mycotoxins are produced, of which DON (deoxynivalenol) is the best-known. The [...] appearance of Fusarium spp. Fusarium is a group of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops [...] ascospores. In general, the life cycle of different Fusarium species is similar. Fusarium overwinters for many years in the soil, and on crop residues of infected

• Cucumber

  (IPM) in cucumber crops Integrated pest management ( IPM ) is of importance in cucumber cultivation, to ensure the health and productivity of cucumber [...] long-term resilience of the crops, ensuring the production of high-quality cucumbers for consumers. Pest monitoring and scouting in cucumber Scouting and [...] Attracker ) in combination with traps ( Deltatrap , Funnel Trap) or sticky traps (Horiver) play a crucial role in monitoring and scouting for plant pests in agriculture

• Beneficial microorganisms

  it produces more spores, which can be released into the environment to infect other pests. Advantages of microorganisms in agriculture No harmful residue [...] biological systems and organisms. These microorganisms play a crucial role in biological pest control by effectively infecting and controlling harmful pests [...] for pest control include fungi, bacteria and viruses that naturally occur in environments such as soil, water and air. These microorganisms are harnessed

• Ornamental Breeder at Floranova Relies on Biological Control

  July 22, 2022

  specialists in the breeding & supply of F1 and open pollinated flower seed Part of the Syngenta Flowers group since 2018, Norfolk-based Floranova is a leading [...] also has a joint-venture in India for the production of warm-climate crops. In Norfolk 4,000m 2 of heated and unheated glass and polytunnels are used to [...] traps into four and use a piece of trap in every-one as physically catching the pests can be one of the best ways to get rid of the problem,” says Peter. “

• Open field pollination

  plays a pivotal role in the formation of fruits and seeds. In the context of open field crop cultivation, effective pollination is key to bountiful harvests [...] growers a flying start to optimal pollination. Advantages of bumblebees in open field In the realm of outdoor crop pollination , both honeybees and bumblebees [...] advantages over honeybees in enhancing pollination outcomes: Pollen-carrying capacity The pollen-carrying capacity of bumblebees is notably superior, depositing

• Collaboration With Valto Against Pepino Mosaic Virus

  August 9, 2024

  ‘V10 is used preventatively and needs to be applied to young plants. In a lot of countries, multiple strains of Pepino mosaic virus are present. In Europe [...] production around the world, with V10. What Is V10? V10 is composed of two mild variants of the Pepino mosaic virus (VX1 and VC1) and provides twofold [...] protects a substantial percentage of the total production of tomatoes globally. V10: A Success Story V10 is now registered in 37 countries, including England

• Tomato

  (IPM) in tomato crops Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is of importance in tomato cultivation. Tomatoes are exceptionally susceptible to a range of formidable [...] you stay ahead of potential crop damage. Pollination of tomato crops Pollination plays a crucial role in the successful cultivation of tomato crops, enhancing [...] critical role in enhancing fruit set and yield in tomato crops, but also contributes to integrated pest management (IPM) practices. The use of bumblebees

• Apple scab

  dark lesions which may not be noticed before harvest. Life cycle and appearance of Apple scab Venturia inaequalis overwinters in the form of unripe fruiting [...] released and repeat the cycle of infection of new plant parts and spore production. In autumn, the fungus produces new pseudothecia in leaves that have already [...] mechanism is to produce corky rings around the lesions to prevent further invasion of tissue by the fungus. Late fruit infection only results in small dark

• Phytophthora blight

  higher water content than is optimal for crop growth. Phytophthora overwinters in roots, infected tubers and bulbs or in the soil in different stages: as oospores [...] a period of mass starvation caused by this disease which ravaged potato crops throughout Europe during the 1840s. Life cycle and appearance of Phytophthora [...] overwintering structures which infect the host. Zoospores are spores with flagellae which enable them to move through water. Infection is usually from the root

• Predatory mites

  chemical pesticides. Koppert is the pioneer in the development of predatory mite solutions, starting in 1967 with the rearing of the predatory mite Phytoseiulus [...] practical effectiveness, enabling the use of predatory mites even in suboptimal conditions. Examples of predatory mites in Ulti-Mite sachets are: Spical Ulti-Mite [...] pests, so knowing the target pest is crucial. Scouting is essential to know where the pest is, how severe the infestation is and to identify the pest. Select