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Maximize pollination in tomato

pollination activity. A single visit by a bumblebee is typically sufficient for successful pollination. Fruit setting occurs once a flower has been adequately [...] approximately 20 closed flowers from different areas. It is essential that all closed flowers exhibit bite marks. Closed flowers offer a precise representation [...] onto the flower and generate vibrations, aiding in the transfer of pollen. Within one to four hours, the bumblebee's jaw imprints on the flower, commonly

Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience in using biological crop protection . As a result, he acquires [...] increase in effective organic methods." Limitation in use of chemical pesticides The increasing interest, especially from governmental bodies, in organic [...] adapt my farm to a future where chemical methods will gradually disappear. I believe that the agricultural sector has a natural interest in such solutions

Cerall, a powerful seed treatment solution against seed-borne diseases in cereal crops

emergence. These diseases can also seriously affect the crop in a later stage. Cerall offers a powerful weapon to protect the seeds against these pathogens [...] Biological fungicide effective against a wide range of seed-borne diseases Combines a direct lethal effect and a long-lasting protection Improves plant [...] stresses, resulting in improved crop yields Easy and safe to use Can be applied with existing seed-treatment equipment Effective in a wide range of conditions

Vidi Fol (Fortafol)

from 0.5-3 litres/ha Applications should be repeated a number of times Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice [...] with strong mint scent. Content 1% fulvic acid in herbal extract. Downloads Using Fortafol with Strawberry in Coir Preparation Foliar application: Shake container [...] system Avoid drainage in substrates when applying by drench/drip to prevent leaching Make sure Vidi Fol (Fortafol) does not remain in the irrigation system

Vidi Terrum

from 3-5 litres/ha Applications should be repeated a number of times Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice [...] venturi Avoid drainage in substrates when applying by drench/drip to prevent leaching Make sure Vidi Terrum does not remain in the irrigation system overnight [...] should always be adjusted to the particular situation Apply during flowering, fruitset and (in bulb/tuber crops) bulb/tuber filling Application rates typically

Mycotal in Salad Crops

g/l), with a maximum permitted individual dose of 2 kg/ha in 2000 l water Spray equipment: full coverage of all plant surfaces is essential in order to achieve [...] Make the most of Mycotal in your salad crop IPM strategy Mycotal is a spore formulation of the insect pathogenic fungus Lecanicillium muscarium and is [...] which for most crops should occur in the late afternoon and evening, as the ambient temperature falls. Do not spray in direct sunlight, and always add the

Caterpillar control in greenhouse crops

often live in rolled up leaves, although some species live between leaves, or flowers, that have been spun together, in holes in stems, flowers, or fruit [...] available for monitoring adults of several species. Installing a range of different traps in problem areas at the beginning of the season can help with i [...] The most harmful caterpillars that occur in the greenhouse belong to the Noctuidae, which is the largest of all the lepidopteran families. Their forewings