• A dive into organic hop farming and biological crop protection

  innovation in the face of change, acknowledging the importance of learning from both setbacks and triumphs in this evolving process. Beneficial insects for [...] promising future of organic agriculture For Lukas Locher, the experiences gained from using beneficial insects mark a significant advancement in the toolkit for

• Ervipar

  Myzus persicae var. nicotianae ). Mode of action Adult parasitic wasps emerge from the mummies and females lay their eggs into aphids . The next generation [...] wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The dosage of Ervipar [...] preventively soon after planting of the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 0.25-2 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated weekly during the period

• Aphipar

  Myzus persicae var. persicae ). Mode of action Adult parasitic wasps emerge from the mummies and females lay their eggs into aphids . The next generation [...] wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The dosage of Aphipar [...] preventively soon after planting of the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 0.25-4 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated at least 3 times. Consult

• Aphidend

  of action Adult gall midges emerge from the pupae and deposit their eggs in the aphid colonies. After emerging from the eggs the larvae consume the aphids [...] first aphids are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 1-10 per m2/release. Releases should be repeated at weekly intervals until

• Aphipar-M

  Myzus persicae var. persicae ). Mode of action Adult parasitic wasps emerge from the mummies and females lay their eggs into aphids . The next generation [...] wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The dosage of Aphipar-M [...] preventively soon after planting of the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 0.25-4 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated at least 3 times. Consult

• Natupol Smart

  and the sugar water tank from the hive, then place the liner back inside. Seal the entire hive in a plastic bag, remove it from the crop area, and dispose [...] at the same time collecting pollen to feed the brood. More workers emerge from the brood in the weeks after the introduction, increasing both colony size [...] ventilated environment, out of direct sunlight. Hygiene Never move a hive from one greenhouse to another Remove bumblebee hives the latest 10 weeks after

• Natupol

  and the sugar water tank from the hive, then place the liner back inside. Seal the entire hive in a plastic bag, remove it from the crop area, and dispose [...] at the same time collecting pollen to feed the brood. More workers emerge from the brood in the weeks after the introduction, increasing both colony size [...] ventilated environment, out of direct sunlight. Hygiene Never move a hive from one greenhouse to another Remove bumblebee hives no later than 10 weeks after

• Outdoor crops pollination advice

  practical advice to maximize pollination rates and overall crop productivity. From attracting pollinators to implementing pollination techniques, we aim to [...] honeybees out of sight. This precaution is necessary to prevent honeybees from being attracted to the sugar water in the bumblebee hives, especially if [...] bumblebees restless initially. Temperature and shade Protect the bumblebee hive from excessive heat caused by direct sunlight, especially during warm periods

• Feltiella acarisuga

  programs, agricultural and horticultural producers can protect their crops from spider mites while reducing reliance on chemical pesticides. This natural [...] spider mites are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 0.25-25 per m2/release. Releases should be repeated at least 3 times at weekly [...] Phytoseiulus persimilis and Neoseiulus californicus . Immediately after emerging from the eggs, the midge larvae start to feed on spider mite eggs, nymphs and

• Tobacco aphid

  General The tobacco aphid ( Myzus persicae subsp. nicotianae ) probably evolved from the peach potato aphid in the Far East and is a key pest of tobacco crops [...] and cut flower crops. Damage symptoms Nymphs and adults extract nutrients from the plant and disturb the balance of growth hormones. As a result, the plant’s