• Effective spider mite control with predatory mites

  portfolio to suit every crop and condition: Bottles Bottles with dosing caps for quick and easy manual application - ideal for hot spots and fast pest [...] persimilis . Over the years, we have further specialized in producing a big range of natural enemies and have several patents to our name. Our stability in [...] reliability, and secure delivery is well-known around the world. Our dedication and commitment to develop methods that enable growers to effectively introduce

• New Generation Mycotal

  June 2, 2023

  microbiological product range and production processes to ensure that growers continue to benefit from the highest quality and best performing biological [...] pest’s body cavity. Once inside, they proliferate and destroy the tissue. It is safe and easy to use, and can be applied using existing spraying equipment [...] special attention to temperature fluctuations during the fermentation and concentration process. "The production improvements to Mycotal have resulted in better

• Common asparagus beetle

  The elytra have two distinctive rows of white or yellow spots. Eggs are oval and black to greenish brown and laid singly or in rows of 3 to 10 eggs, standing [...] perpendicularly on the branches and leaves of the asparagus plants. Larvae are dark grey to whitish, have small black heads and three pairs of stout, light [...] a pupal instar and the adult beetle. Adult common asparagus beetles ( Crioceris asparagi ) have a shiny blue head, black antennae and a red thorax. The

• Orius laevigatus

  various agricultural and horticultural systems. Both adults and nymphs of Orius laevigatus are voracious predators, adept at piercing and feeding on the soft [...] wool slabs, leaves and/or in application boxes (Dibox) Apply in groups of at least 50 insects in order to establish a population and encourage mating Make [...] The dosage of Thripor-L depends on climate, crop and thrips density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon

• New Leaf Plants back Koppert biocontrol

  June 9, 2021

  commented David. “We aim to grow our plants in an environmentally responsible manner, and to this aim, we have adopted biological control and the use of biostimulants [...] finished plants per year, and 95% are propagated in-house. The nursery produces up to 600 different varieties of Clematis and over 400 varieties of other [...] Trachelospermum and Wisteria . “It is imperative that we manage pests and diseases in a preventative and pro-active way, in order to meet the high plant

• Leaf miners

  belong to the genus Liriomyza and are very common in temperate regions. Leaf miner damage Leaf miners cause damage to plants both directly and indirectly [...] can lead to desiccation, premature leaf-fall and cosmetic damage. In (sub)tropical areas this can lead to burning in fruit such as tomato and melon. Loss [...] essential to protect plant vitality and maintain marketable yields. Biological control of leaf miners combines effective natural enemies and monitoring

• Carnation tortrix

  carnations and strawberries in greenhouses; the damage inflicted to strawberries and other crops grown outdoors is less serious. Life cycle and appearance [...] fliers and are active diurnally, unlike most leafrollers, which mainly fly at dusk and after dark. The females have a limited flight capacity and only cover [...] green colour, later becoming yellow. They have a flattened oval to round shape. Caterpillars have an olive-green to bright or yellow green colour, with a black

• Optimal placement of bumblebee hives

  can be taken to increase the productivity of bumblebees: To ensure successful communication between bumblebees and humans, it is crucial to position the [...] sunlight to be effective pollinators. Additionally, it is essential to maintain humidity around the hives below 80%. Hive placement for different seasons [...] bumblebees to receive maximum daylight, aiding their orientation. To avoid overheating, ensure that the hives are not positioned too close to heat-generating

• Spotted Wing Drosophila

  spread extensively in North and South America and Europe where it has caused severe yield losses in many berry crops, cherries and grapes. Damage symptoms [...] from the fruit but are difficult to see. Larval feeding in the fruit leads to fruit tissue collapse. Even if the fruits have not collapsed, the occurrence [...] exposes fruits to secondary pathogens (e.g. bacteria, fungi and yeasts). Finally, deterioration of fruit can increase its susceptibility to attack by other

• Fly pollination

  plants have evolved specific adaptations to attract flies as pollinators. These adaptations include unique colors, shapes, and odors that appeal to the [...] them valuable in diverse agricultural settings. From fruits and vegetables to nuts and grains and ornamental plants for seed production. These flies are often [...] flower to flower in search of nourishment, they inadvertently transfer pollen from one bloom to another. This accidental pollination contributes to the genetic