Municipality Venray: biological control of oak processionary caterpillars

is that avenues running east to west are typically free of oak processionary caterpillar, while those running north to south still have some nests. It [...] away. In some cases, we have to take curative action and extract the nests. But, on balance, Entonem makes a big difference to us in the fight against the [...] nematodes kill fewer other caterpillars , which means they are less harmful to biodiversity. This is something that is high up on the political agenda, as

Adalia bipunctata

Adalia bipunctata contributes to natural pest control, by preying upon aphids at various stages of their life cycle, helping to control aphid populations and [...] trees. How to use Adalia bipunctata The predatory beetle Adalia bipunctata is available in a cotton bag ( Aphidalia ). Open the bag and attach it to the tree [...] vary in color from pale yellow to light brown depending on environmental conditions. Pupae are often found attached to plant surfaces or hidden in sheltered

Yes, I’m satisfied with Natupol Booster and Koppert’s services!

Bumblebees have a high capacity to visit more flowers and are able to carry more pollen Bumblebees have a better tolerance to certain microorganism-based [...] helps us a lot in when it comes to complementary pollination by other insects.’ Advantages of Koppert hives According to Madalin who has worked at MerryBerry [...] picturesque county of Dambovita. Surrounded by forests, the 115 ha plantation aims to meet all the necessary conditions for quality biological cultivation. And

Mycotal your natural partner for whitefly and thrips control

cultivation. How Mycotal works When applied to the target pest, the spores of the fungus Akanthomyces muscarius attach to the whiteflies and thrips and germinate [...] the insect's internal organs, leading to its death. The fungus then uses the dead insect as a source of nutrients to grow and produce more spores, which [...] insects. Why use Mycotal Easy to use, can be applied with existing spray equipment Effective high-quality natural product Easy to integrate in your Integrated

Tomato leafminer

Mining by the caterpillar causes malformations. Damage to fruit allows fungal diseases to enter, leading to rotting fruit before or after harvest. Life cycle [...] creamy white to bright yellow, darkening in the embryonic phase and becoming almost black near eclosion. The first-instar larvae are whitish to yellowish [...] (Tuta absoluta), a major pest of field- and greenhouse-grown tomatoes, belongs to the family of Gelechiidae . It is oligophagous, feeding mainly on Solanaceae

Steinernema feltiae

often applied to the soil as a biological control method to target pest larvae, offering a natural and environmentally friendly approach to pest management [...] rate cone nozzle types Continuous mixing should take place to prevent nematodes sinking to the bottom of the spray tank Avoid sprayers equipped with c [...] nematodes control pests through a process called parasitism. When applied to the soil or sprayed onto plant foliage, these microscopic roundworms actively

Broad mite

emus latus) are not a serious problem, as they are unable to overwinter. Mites belonging to the family of tarsonemids ( Tarsonemidae ) display a greater [...] mainly concentrated on the underside near the leaf stalk, which tends to cause the leaf to turn brown and curl up. A typical indication of an attack of broad [...] of legs in both males and females is different to the others and not used for walking. After moulting to the third larval stage the larvae stay in their

Fly pollination

flower to flower in search of nourishment, they inadvertently transfer pollen from one bloom to another. This accidental pollination contributes to the genetic [...] evolved specific adaptations to attract flies as pollinators. These adaptations include unique colors, shapes, and odors that appeal to the preferences of different [...] evenly, leading to improved fertilization and higher crop yields. Benefits of flies Lucilia sericata is a generalist when it comes to choosing plants for

Aphidius matricariae

eggs inside an aphid, the larvae hatch and begin to feed internally. They use their specialized mouthparts to penetrate the aphid’s body and siphon off its [...] the wasp waist. Aphidius matricariae is specific to aphids of the family Aphididae. Most species belong to the genera Myzus, Aphis, Ovatus, Rhopalosiphum [...] wasp Aphidius matricariae Aphidius matricariae is a parasitic wasp belonging to the family Braconidae and is widely recognized for its role in biological

Zucchini

can be yellow, dark green or light green) belonging to the cucumber family. It is also referred to as marrow or summer squash and it is eaten as a vegetable [...] Together with a number of other varieties of squash and pumpkin, it belongs to the species of Cucurbita pepo . This species grows in tropical regions of [...] especially in Africa and South America. In addition, the courgette is very easy to grow in areas with a temperate climate. In the Netherlands, courgettes are