Black vine weevil

. Damage symptoms The major damage is caused by the feeding of the larvae on the roots. After the roots have been destroyed the larvae move into corms [...] stems of the plants. Both adult beetles and larvae are polyphagous and feed on a large number of plant species. High populations of larvae can destroy plants [...] are approximately 7 - 10 mm long, brownish black and have dull yellow spots on their back. The wing covers are grooved and fused with the body. Therefore

Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

Agricola Gandini Antonio in the 1950s, the company has based its farming methods on criteria that respect the environment and people, and the quality of its product [...] to offer a consistent quality that is safe and sustainable all year round on our 14 hectares of high-tech greenhouses and other production sites,’ Zoboli [...] this pest chemically in our tomato crops. The problem got worse with the ban on several chemical products, while the demand for produce with low or no residue

Common asparagus beetle

producing regions of the world. Damage symptoms Both adults and larvae feed on the leaves of asparagus. As the larvae feed, they secrete a blackish fluid [...] brown and laid singly or in rows of 3 to 10 eggs, standing perpendicularly on the branches and leaves of the asparagus plants. Larvae are dark grey to whitish

Capyphor

humidity, as described above Storage time after receipt See expiry date on the box. On average product can be stored for 7 weeks. Storage temperature Refrigerate [...] pest's body cavity. These bacteria convert the host tissue into a food source, on which nematodes feed, develop, and reproduce inside the host. This kills the [...] if finer than 0.3 mm (50 mesh) Use a maximum pressure of 20 bar/290 psi (on nozzle) The spray nozzle opening should be at least 0.5 mm (500 microns –

Crop Protection

resilience while minimizing adverse effects on ecosystems and human well-being. Biological crop protection relies on nature's own mechanisms to control pests [...] protection provides effective pest and insect management without relying solely on chemicals. Predatory insects , predatory mites , parasitic wasps, beneficial [...] protection solutions. No chemical residues Biologicals leave little to no residues on crops. This enhances food safety and reduces the risk of pesticide residues

Fruit grower uses Natupol Tripol for outdoor pollination

region of the Netherlands, the 80-hectare orchard grows apples on 45 hectares and pears on 35 hectares. Apple varieties grown include Elstar, Goudreinetten [...] Fruit grower Alfred Verstegen works together with his brother and nephews on their fruit company, Verstegen VOF in Opijnen, Gerlderland. Six years ago

Plant Disease Management

impact of plant diseases by utilizing beneficial organisms. This method relies on the use of living organisms to suppress or control plant pathogens, which [...] by various pathogens such as fungi, bacteria, and viruses, can wreak havoc on agricultural crops and ornamental plants. For successful biological disease [...] practices. Monitoring Regular monitoring of your plants is vital. Keep a close eye on their health and appearance. Look for any unusual signs, such as yellowing

Blueberry

diseases that can impact the health and productivity of these plants. IPM focuses on using a combination of methods to manage pest populations, which includes [...] limit their exposure to harmful chemicals and minimise the negative impact on the environment. Various beneficial organisms can be used for the control [...] mites , parasitic wasps and predatory beetles. These natural enemies feed on pests, reducing their numbers and preventing them from causing significant

Glasshouse potato aphid

young aphids are born as developed nymphs. They immediately start to feed on plant sap and grow rapidly. When reproduction is sexual, the aphids lay eggs [...] the body. The legs are also long, there are two distinctive dark green spots on the abdomen at the base of the cornicles. Alate (winged) females are yellow-green [...] There is no alternation of hosts, and the two types of life cycles occur on the same host plant. The aphid can overwinter not only in greenhouses, but

Wireless Beehome

negative effect on pollination . Mode of action Each Wireless Beehome receiver can open or close the hive entrance of a Natupol hive on set times. One central [...] hive entrance of the Natupol hives can be opened and closed automatically on set times. When assimilation lights dominate the natural (UV) light in the