Vidi Funda

layer to promote the decomposition process If the soil is to be covered with plastic foil, the Vidi Funda pellets must be worked into the soil to avoid [...] potted plants: Ensure direct contact with growing medium to allow decomposition of pellets to start Avoid anaerobic conditions. Therefore do not apply [...] Funda depends on crop, growth substrate and climate and should always be adjusted to the particular situation Start application preventively or soon after

Pea and Bean Weevil Trap

emerged or will emerge within 10 days are likely to be at risk Appropriate measures can then be taken to protect the crop Dosage Five traps per field location [...] Crops Broad bean, peas. Mode of action The Pea and Bean Weevil Trap needs to be used in combination with Pherodis pheromone dispensers. The dispensers release [...] female weevils into the trap. Once in the trap they cannot escape and are easy to detect, count and identify. Presentation One trap. Preparation Place the funnel

Roots Growers positive about Mycotal against whitefly

a crucial factor. ‘We obviously want our cultivation to be as organic as possible. It has to be, as there’s only one chemical product against whitefly [...] yet to find out how much of the effect can be attributed to Mycotal.’ Greater peace of mind Nevertheless, Sam is adamant that Mycotal has helped to combat [...] e Mycotal . ‘We want our cultivation to be as organic as possible, and we’ve seen how Mycotal really helps us to achieve that.’ So says Sam van der Knaap

Natutec Drive

the crop. The Natutec Drive can be customised based on the specifications of the greenhouse or field and can therefore be used in many different crops. Mode [...] metres, depending on the device. Application Fill the drum with the product to be released Place the drum inside the Natutec Drive Choose the speed based on [...] Mode of action The Natutec Drive has a rotating drum to keep the product homogeneously mixed. The natural enemies are blown through tubes and eventually

Angular leaf spot

but also all types of vascular tissue of the crown can be infected, creating a look similar to that of a Phytophthora fragariae infection. Life cycle and [...] causes small, water-soaked lesions on the underside of the leaf. They enlarge to angular spots, often limited by the small veins. The distinctive feature is [...] bacterial exudate forms on the underside of the leaf. This exudate changes to a white film when it dries. Lesions may merge as they grow and later also

Fusarium spp.

the xylem vessels, which can be seen when the stems are cut. In banana, whole plantations may die, and the soil may not be suitable for planting for many [...] typical boat-shaped pink macroconidia are produced, which may be dispersed further. How to prevent Fusarium spp? Remove or destroy crop residues Select [...] pathogens and can only infect wounded or stressed host plants. Three pathogens can be distinguished: Fusarium oxysporum ( Fusarium wilt ): Many different hosts

Bacterial spot

look like scab. These spots may be surrounded by a halo. In pepper, the spots on the leaves are also round and small to start with and slightly raised from [...] and handling and aerosols. Many isolates are resistant to copper-containing pesticides. How to prevent Bacterial spot Use clean propagation material and [...] is favoured by temperatures between 24 and 30 °C and high precipitation due to rain, fog or overhead irrigation. Infection is through stomata and wounds

Apple scab

fall off prematurely. The plants’ defence mechanism is to produce corky rings around the lesions to prevent further invasion of tissue by the fungus. Late [...] build. This system warns growers about conducive periods and when they are to be expected. Ascospores are released at heavy rainfall. They germinate between [...] temperatures this increases to 12-28 hours of leaf wetness for successful infection. Conidia also need water for germination. How to prevent Apple scab Use

Two-spotted spider mite

black spots, giving rise to the common name, “two-spotted spider mite”. The spots can vary in both form and size. The red eyes can be seen in all stages. Recognize [...] of the leaves. Severe infestations can cause the leaves to dry up and fall off the plant. How to prevent spider mite Preventing spider mites in your crop [...] it is important to maintain good plant health through regular irrigation and fertilization, as stressed plants are more susceptible to spider mite infestations

Thripex

gently before use Bottle: Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Bucket: Use a spoon to distribute Thripex Sprinkle material on leaves or put [...] Thripex depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first pest [...] above 30°C/86°F. Neoseiulus cucumeris is sensitive to relative humidity below 70%. Combined use Can be combined with Orius spp.. Do not combine with other