• Effective Wireworm Control In Potato Crops With Beneficial Nematodes

  July 19, 2024

  plant parts, including potato tubers, causing tunnels and lesions that compromise the quality and marketability of the crop. Wireworm infestations can lead [...] susceptibility to other pests and diseases, and economic losses for potato growers. Recognising A Wireworm Infestation Common signs that indicate the presence [...] wireworm infestations and is also a helpful protocol in which to determine the species of the pest. Digging up soil samples and inspecting for wireworm

• A life-long passion for predatory mites

  October 21, 2024

  biology and living creatures all my life. As a child I would lie on the grass and watch ants and spiders at work. At one stage I even kept snakes and poison [...] pests and diseases all over the world.’ ‘We are often approached by universities and institutions that seek our collaboration on many fronts and see us [...] rearing mites and their mass production are constantly monitored and reviewed. ‘Sourcing consistently available and quality ingredients is crucial and a good

• European biocontrol industry proposes new EU regulatory framework

  November 28, 2018

  technologies that provide effective and innovative plant protection for modern agriculture are a vital tool in the EU’s work to support farmers and effectively [...] IBMA published a White Paper that urges the EU to establish a bioprotection-specific body to develop and implement a short and precise timeline for the evaluation [...] health, the environment, biodiversity and the bio-based circular economy, and therefore, society as a whole. He says that the IBMA foresees a centralized procedure

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• Earth Day 2023

  April 22, 2023

  support biodiversity, and contribute to the health and wellbeing of people and the planet. Our Positive Impact One of the key ways that we promote sustainability [...] develop solutions that support natural pest control, improve soil health, and enhance plant growth. Our positive impact on the environment and biodiversity [...] biological solutions help growers and farmers to reduce the environmental impact of horticultural and agricultural activities and enable them to produce healthy

• Ephedrus cerasicola

  parasitic wasp that belongs to the family Braconidae and subfamily Aphidiinae. This natural enemy is used for the control of aphids in agricultural and horticultural [...] the opening The dosage of Aphiscout depends on climate, crop and aphid density and species, and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start [...] 21 days at 21°C,and 19 days at 24°C. The adult lifespan increases gradually from 2.8 days at 32°C, to 26.2 days at 15°C. Life cycle and appearance of Ephedrus

• Our new branding: inspired by nature

  January 17, 2022

  update, a branding that matches our ambition and reflects our connection to nature. ‘Our mission to contribute to the health of people and the planet by partnering [...] with strong core values. Our new branding reflects that mission and values. This will ensure that what we stand for is reflected consistently in how we [...] need ways of growing that are both safe and healthy. Our goal is 100% sustainable agriculture. We work together with growers and farmers towards this goal

• Natutec Drive – On the road to precision biological control

  March 10, 2021

  versions of Natutec Drive that take care of distributing predatory mites and insects essential for the biological control of pests and diseases in the cultivation [...] towed version of Natutec Drive that can be drawn behind a moving vehicle, a fully autonomous pipe rail, and a module that can be fixed to existing farming [...] Chryposa , and Anso-Mite . Advancing technological support for growers With a growing number of retailers and consumer groups demanding produce that is free

• Mycotal FAQ

  spraying Mycotal, the spores germinate and grow into hyphae that penetrate the pest’s body cavity. Here they proliferate and destroy the tissues, killing the [...] Koppert (Koppert B.V. and/or of its affiliated companies) apply. Only use products that are permitted in your country/state and crop. Check local registration [...] insecticide. It contains a so called entomopathogenic fungus, a fungus that disables and kills insects. The product is packed in a cardboard box which contains

• About bumblebees

  (all females) start emerging and carry out work both inside and outside the nest. Worker bees forage for both pollen and nectar to provide resources for [...] flower visits and large transfer of pollen. Bumblebee pollination result is increased yield , better formed fruit , quality produce and faster ripening [...] Bumblebees work well under poor weather conditions and protected environments Bumblebees are easy to use and require low maintenance Bumblebees are safe since