• The Spidex®-Spical® dual solution to spider mite control in glasshouse strawberry production

  July 20, 2021

  control of TSSM in glasshouses-grown strawberries. “It is essential that the grower keeps a watchful eye on the long-term weather forecast, and specifically [...] knowledge of this pest and the beneficial mites which are used for its control, is fundamental to the implementation of a successful, season-long strategy against [...] temperatures occur At the beginning of the season, when the glasshouse environment is relatively cool, Neoseiulus californicus should be introduced in sachets,

• Ornamental Breeder at Floranova Relies on Biological Control

  July 22, 2022

  controls work well on them, but it is very important to get them applied early on so they can establish. If you end up firefighting, it is too late.” As well [...] crop protection challenges. “I think there are higher pressures on the plants as they are on site for a longer period of time; it’s not just a case of getting [...] very severe issue we need to get on top of.” Thrips are a prominent pest for Peter The biggest pest issue for Floranova is thrips , along with sciarid flies

• Two-spotted spider mite control in hardy nursery stock grown in polytunnels

  July 20, 2021

  them in the same area on the nursery, makes spider mite control easier to implement. It ensures that no TSSM-susceptible crop is overlooked, and it makes [...] Airbug® or larger Airbug® is advisable. Due to the greater variation in environmental conditions in HNS growing in polytunnels, there is also a potential role [...] highly experienced Technical Consultant for the North West, provides advice and on-site support in many HNS crops. “This year has been quite challenging, with

• Aphelinus abdominalis

  wasp is available in a bottle ( Aphilin ). Release mummies near infested plants, because Aphelinus abdominalis is not very mobile Spread material on rock [...] Aphelinus abdominalis is a parasitic wasp for the biological control of various aphid species. The parasitic wasp Aphelinus abdominalis is used for the biological [...] for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use of Aphelinus abdominalis The parasitic wasp Aphelinus abdominalis is effective

• Montdo-Mite

  cap to open the dosage hole Carefully sprinkle material on leaves Make sure the material remains on the leaves for at least a few hours after introduction [...] or twice, or until control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your [...] conditions Transeius montdorensis is most effective at temperatures between between 20 and 32°C (68 and 90°F). It is not effective at temperatures below

• Aphidius ervi

  Aphidius ervi is available in a bottle ( Ervipar ). Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved [...] period when aphid infestation is expected. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your [...] ervi The parasitic wasp Aphidius ervi is most effective between 20 and 25°C (68 and 77°F). This natural enemy is not effective at temperatures above 30°C/86°F

• Natutec Mini-Airbug

  mixing pot The Mini-Airbug is also available for use on trolleys and is then delivered with a converter Volume of dosing pot/drum 1.5 litres. Range 2-3 metres [...] metres (depending on product/carrier material). Application Adjust the size of the holes in the dosing pot to the required dosage based on the information [...] n provided in the table on the underside of the pot Fill the dosing pot with the material to be released and close the lid Place the fully charged battery

• Pepino mosaic virus

  against Pepino Mosaic Virus (PepMV) is the use of cross-protection with a mild strain, such as V10 . What is V10? V10 is a mild strain of Pepino Mosaic Virus [...] What is Pepino Mosaic Virus (PepMV)? Pepino Mosaic Virus (PepMV) is one of the most economically significant viral diseases in greenhouse tomato production [...] spread and impact on fruit quality, effective prevention and management are critical for maintaining yield and marketability. PepMV is a highly contagious

• Powdery mildew

  stomata on the underside of the leaf. On the upper side, yellow spots are noticeable. In case of a severe epidemic, the fluffy colonies also appear on the [...] fungus causing powdery mildew is extremely sensitive to water and ‘hides’ on the underside of the leaves. Therefore, this is where the colonies mostly occur [...] layer of plant cells. Most of the fungus remains on the outside of the plant surface. On the mycelium on the plant surface, new conidiophores are formed

• Pea blight, leaf and pod spot

  symptoms Ascochyta pisi causes spots on leaves, stems and pods of peas. The spots on leaves and pods are round, on the stems they are more elongated. The [...] dark brown to red-brown border. The first infection is often on the primary leaves. The fungus is seed borne and thus also causes post- and pre-emergence [...] General Ascochyta pisi is a fungal plant pathogen that causes A scochyta blight on pea (leaf blight or pea blight) and lesions of stems, leaves, and pods