• Aphids

  aphids can cause leaves to curl or twist as they feed on the plant sap. How to prevent aphids To prevent aphid infestations in crops, you can take several [...] crops. Aphid control videos Take a look at the video or go to our Youtube channel to see our aphid control products in action. More aphid control videos [...] insects that belong to the superfamily Aphidoidea. There are over 4,000 species of aphids that have been described, and they can be found in a variety of habitats

• Cottony cushion scale

  considered to have originated in Australia. It was accidentally introduced to California in about 1868 and devastated the citrus industry there until a natural [...] discovered in greenhouses in temperate regions, but is not generally a pest in these situations. Damage symptoms Cottony cushion scale is a particular [...] from the body. On reaching maturity, the ‘female’ produces a white, fluted, wax ovisac with a series of uniform ridges running lengthwise over the surface

• trial results wireworm control

  by Koppert has been selected to target specific pest insects. How does it work? After application, the nematodes set out in search of their prey. They can [...] Wireworm control with beneficial nematodes Results in irrigated potato Wireworms damage in irrigated potato (% of potatoes with holes) 2023, Italy 80 [...] (%) Efficacy (%) Casea efficacy against wireworms in irrigated potato (% damage reduction compared to untreated control) Emilia-Romagna Region - North Italy

• Amazone Plants continues the path of organic cultivation

  started to take off in 2015. In 2019, the tomato nursery also owned by Van Zijl was converted, before being added to the anthurium nursery in 2020. A remarkable [...] were sold in 14 cm pots in the summer, and the plants in 14 cm pots went to the buyers in 17 cm pots. The company has focused on biological plant protection [...] it is not easy for the employees to access the plants, for example to scout them. Infestations may therefore occur in the greenhouse that only become

• Ahold Delhaize: ‘We can't sell anything without substantiated information’

  November 26, 2018

  brands in the shops. We need to be able to provide consumers with information about the product and show how they are produced. We are not able to do this [...] then there is no need to work on improving these aspects.’ According to Weidema, this attitude can't provide a foundation for a bond of trust and the open [...] and fruit sector for many years already. ‘Ahold Delhaize wants to firstly understand what the issues are for the ornamentals sector and how improvements can

• Our new branding: inspired by nature

  January 17, 2022

  years it was time for an update, a branding that matches our ambition and reflects our connection to nature. ‘Our mission to contribute to the health of people [...] solutions in a wide range of crops.’ ‘We aim to collaborate and co-create with partners in pursuit of our mission. We believe this branding will open a world [...] that what we stand for is reflected consistently in how we communicate,’ says Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), Peter Maes. With offices in thirty countries

• FAQ Spidex Vital

  research, Koppert has managed to develop a new formulation for better control of a number of vital aspects. This results in keeping the surrounding conditions [...] persimilis. Is this a different Phytoseiulus species to the Spidex I am used to? No, it is exactly the same Phytoseiulus species as in de former Spidex Vital: [...] Spidex Vital, compared to the regular Spidex. Does anything change to the rate of application? No, continue to introduce Spidex Vital in the numbers you recommend

• Beetles

  habit. A number of species are a serious pest in crops or stored products. There are many useful beetles as well. For instance, ladybirds contribute to the [...] beetles Beetle control videos Take a look at the video or go to our Youtube channel to see our beetle control products in action. More beetle control videos [...] sustainable production. Solutions for beetle control Learn more about What are beetles? Beetles belong to the order Coleoptera, a well-known group of insects

• Mealybugs and scales

  are concerned, these often drop off; plant sap is low in proteins and rich in sugars. In order to gain an adequate intake of protein, mealybugs must ingest [...] rendering them unfit for sale, and the reduced level of photosynthesis in the leaves also reduces flower and fruit production; in ornamental crops, the [...] the mere presence of mealybugs is sufficient to render the product unfit for sale. A very small population can thus cause considerable loss of value. Soft

• Municipality Doetinchem: Entonem nematodes managing oak processionary caterpillar

  think it is important to maintain the biodiversity in the centre, and public opinion is quite sensitive to spraying here. We worked in consultation with [...] nests as a curative measure, we can keep the situation manageable for now. In the longer term, improving biodiversity will have an important role to play – [...] many oak trees in the forests and plantations around Doetinchem. Marc van Rijswijk is the spokesman for Buha, the implementing organization for the Municipality