Beneficial nematodes

weevils , and other insect larvae. They are commonly used in greenhouse and nursery pest management and are becoming more and more popular in orchards and outdoor [...] The bacteria secret toxins and antimicrobial compounds that kill the host insect within a few days. The host becomes immobile and eventually dies due to the [...] white grubs, and root weevils . They are used in turfgrass management and for controlling pests in several vegetable crops, blueberries, and other soft fruit

Rose

or trailing with a stem that has sharp thorns. The flowers of the rose plant can vary in shape and size, but are often ornate and bright coloured. Colours [...] the flowers the plant bears. There are more than one hundred rose species and thousands of different cultivars. The rose is a woody, perennial plant which [...] Colours range from white to yellow, pink and orange to red, the most popular colour.

Sweet pepper

vanilla/white and yellow to orange, green and red and even dark purple and brown. The sweet pepper is a very rich source of vitamin C and antioxidants. [...] to as bell pepper or just pepper, is part of a specific group of cultivars that belongs to the species Capsicum annuum . These different cultivars of the

Chrysoperla carnea

head is light grey, with black eyes, and dark mouthparts and antennae, with two converging dark brown dorsal stripes that become broader towards the rear. [...] outer cocoon is 8 mm long and 4 mm thick. The inner more closely spun cocoon is off-white and egg-shaped, about 3 mm long and 2.5 mm thick. The space between [...] lacewings target on aphids , caterpillars , thrips , mealybugs , and other soft-bodied insects that are harmful to plants. In agriculture, Chrysoperla carnea

Koppert Foundation

sustainable solutions for horticulture and agriculture and improvement of the health and availability of food and nutrition for those who need it most. [...] can find more information in English and Dutch on www.koppertfoundation.org . Do you need help with explanation and/or application? Please contact your

Pear

is a pear species that originates in central and eastern Europe and southwest Asia. The pear tree belongs to the family of Rosaceae and sub family of Pomoideae [...] Pomoideae , together with the apple and quince. The genus Pyrus consists of around 22 species, which are grown in Asia, Europe and northern Africa. The European [...] perennial, deciduous tree and cultivated for its fruit. The tree grows small, white flowers (about 2.5 cm or 1 inch in diameter) and produces a pyriform, fleshy

Crop Protection

against pests, diseases, and harmful influences to ensure healthy growth and reliable harvests. It is essential in agriculture and horticulture for achieving [...] wasps, beneficial nematodes and beneficial microorganisms , growers can control pests and diseases, minimize pest resistance, and strengthen plant resilience [...] pollinators, and strengthens crop resilience. Advantages Pest and insect management Biological crop protection provides effective pest and insect management

Asparagus

like the related Allium species of onion and garlic. Nowadays the onion-like plants belong to the Amaryllidaceae and asparagus are classified as Asparagaceae [...] plant in most of Europe, western Asia and northern Africa. Commercially it is an interesting vegetable crop and it is extensively cultivated. Asparagus [...] ‘green asparagus’ and ‘white asparagus’. To produce white asparagus, the shoots are not exposed to the sun (they are covered with soil) and without this exposure

Encarsia formosa

whitefly populations in various agricultural and horticultural settings. This parasitic wasp, native to temperate and subtropical regions, has become an important [...] species ( En-Strip ) and in combination with Eretmocerus eremicus ( Enermix ). Open package carefully inside the greenhouse Bend and tear off the strips [...] 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

Biological Pest Control

a sustainable and effective long-term strategy for pest management. Additionally, as consumers and retail increasingly favour organic and environmentally [...] between pests and their predators. Instead of introducing new organisms, this method involves creating conditions that encourage the survival and activity of [...] planting specific flowers that provide shelter for beneficial insects like ladybirds and parasitoid wasps . By preserving and nurturing these natural predators