Mushroom

fruiting body of a fungus, typically produced above ground on soil or on its food source. Edible mushrooms are the fleshy and edible fruit bodies of several [...] by hand. Edibility may be defined by criteria that include absence of poisonous effects on humans and desirable taste and aroma. Most mushrooms sold in [...] several species of macrofungi (fungi which bear fruiting structures that are large enough to be observed with the naked eye). They can appear either below ground

Vidi Terrum

stir the content of the IBC) well before use Fill the application tank with half the required amount of water Add the required amount of Vidi Terrum to the [...] better bulb size. Crops All crops. Mode of action Vidi Terrum provides the plant with extra energy for the formation of fruit, tubers or bulbs. Energy is provided [...] remaining amount of water Apply immediately after preparation Application Vidi Terrum can be applied via drench or drip at the base of the plant around

Disease control

Amblyseius andersoni

prefers young larvae of various thrips species but the predatory mite also has an effect on whitefly , and rust mites. Feeding behaviour of Amblyseius andersoni [...] . The life cycle of Amblyseius andersoni consists of egg, larva, protonymph, deutonymph, and adult. Eggs are laid on the underside of leaves, often in [...] species of predatory mite and is used for biological pest control in horticulture and agriculture. These predatory mites are natural enemies of various

Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

Steinernema feltiae and after the first cycle of three nematode treatments, we saw a reduction of Tuta in the crop of more than 80%. The large infestation which [...] nematodes every time there was a new wave of small larvae and the problem never grew big after that.’ Reduction of chemicals ‘Using biological control methods [...] on our 14 hectares of high-tech greenhouses and other production sites,’ Zoboli adds. Joint search for solutions ‘Since the arrival of Tuta absoluta in our

Municipality Enschede: Entonem nematodes against oak processionary caterpillar

The Municipality of Enschede started using nematodes for the first time in the spring of 2021 to try to halt the spread of the oak processionary caterpillar [...] it was not enough. She is the project manager of the oak processionary caterpillar for the Municipality of Enschede. ‘We use Koppert’s nematode product [...] locations where we find a range of unusual butterflies and moths. As we only do this at an early stage, there is no secondary effect on other caterpillars . We’ve

Additives

BULLETIN_VIDI_FORTUM___AQ10_31.1.22_K.pdf

out to evaluate the biostimulatory effects of three commercially available plant biostimulants on the germination of Ampelomyces quisqualis spores in the [...] formulation containing 5x109 spores of A. quisqualis per gramme of product. This hyperparasite can attack a wide range of powdery mildew fungi. On-label approvals [...] first time that a biostimulatory effect of Vidi Fortum® on AQ10® spore germination has been demonstrated. This effect could ultimately lead to better

Plant Disease Management

Preventing plant diseases Effective prevention of plant diseases involves several key practices. Monitoring Regular monitoring of your plants is vital. Keep [...] and reduces the buildup of pathogens in the soil. Disease-resistant varieties Another vital aspect of prevention is the use of disease-resistant plant [...] disposing of diseased plant material is essential to prevent the spread of pathogens. This practice is particularly important in containing the spread of diseases

Natutec Drive

the distribution of large quantities of natural enemies in the crop. The Natutec Drive can be customised based on the specifications of the greenhouse or [...] uniformly over a number of rows. Product components Complete system, adjusted to the particular needs of the grower. Volume of dosing pot/drum 30 litres [...] the amount of natural enemies required per running metre Attach the Natutec Drive onto the pipe-rail, a trailer or a boom Turn on the switch of the Natutec