• Horiver Drystick

  Drystick traps generally do not catch insects for as long as Horiver Wetstick as the glue gets saturated earlier with insects or dust and debris The silicone [...] sticks at max. 30 cm above the crop and adjust height when plants are growing Do not place traps in-between the plants as parasitic wasps will then also be trapped [...] Drystick for trapping and monitoring different flying insects. The traps work particularly well for bugs such as Lygus spp. and Nesidiocoris tenuis. Pests

• The Spidex®-Spical® dual solution to spider mite control in glasshouse strawberry production

  July 20, 2021

  remain active at low temperatures, e.g. 12 o C, the ability to locate spider mites at low pest densities, and the potential to survive for an extended period [...] should be introduced in sachets, as Spical Plus® or Spical Ulti-Mite ®, or applied as loose Spical® over the canopy surface. “Early release of this predator [...] strawberry crops grown in glasshouses. An in depth knowledge of this pest and the beneficial mites which are used for its control, is fundamental to the

• Protected vegetables

  rely on chemical pesticides, there's a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative known as biological pest control . Biological control, also known as biocontrol [...] Biofungicides, also known as biological fungicides, are formulations that harness the power of beneficial micro-organisms, such as fungi, and other natural components [...] natural enemies and pollinators, such as predatory mites and bees, to thrive. Pesticide resistance: Overreliance on chemical pesticides can lead to resistance

• Woolly apple aphid

  galls may seriously disfigure young trees and nursery stock. If the galls split they may allow entry of pathogenic fungi such as Gloeosporium rots or apple [...] sticky masses of “wool” may contaminate leaves and fruits and can be a nuisance at harvest time. Life cycle and appearance of Woolly apple aphid In contrast [...] overwinters as “naked” nymphs (without wax covering) on apple trees sheltering in cracks and under loose bark. The nymphs become active in late March or April (in

• Two-spotted spider mite control in hardy nursery stock grown in polytunnels

  July 20, 2021

  spider mite control in hardy nursery stock grown in polytunnels Phytoseiulus persimilis and Feltiella acarisuga have been at the centre of two spotted spider [...] HNS production capacity, which has also resulted in an increase in the number of plant species being grown. Since many of these plants have their own specific [...] often leads to a much wider range of pests that require a mix of ICM solutions to keep pests below population thresholds at which crop damage occurs. Steve

• Cerall, a powerful seed treatment solution against seed-borne diseases in cereal crops

  ng the plant at the same time. Europe’s only microbiology-based biological seed treatment to protect against seed-borne diseases What is Cerall Cerall [...] such as Fusarium spp, it also improves overall crop growth: Increased seedling emergence Better ability to deal with abiotic stress This results in improved [...] Cerall is an effective seed treatment solution against various seed-borne fungi. Download trial results More information on seed-borne diseases in cereals

• Pea blight, leaf and pod spot

  foot rot in peas, whereas Ascochyta pisi does occur sometimes at the stem base but is not part of the foot rot syndrome in peas. Infected seeds may have brown [...] most rapidly at temperatures below 20 °C and the spores require water for dispersal. How to prevent Pea blight, leaf and pod spot Grow peas in arid regions [...] Ascochyta pisi is a fungal plant pathogen that causes A scochyta blight on pea (leaf blight or pea blight) and lesions of stems, leaves, and pods (pea leaf

• Leek moth

  closed by the epidermis. When feeding takes place at the base of the hollow flower stalk, this can be broken easily. On inflorescences, damage is characterized [...] posterior edge of the forewings. The hindwings are uniformly grey. The moth are active at night and rest during the day. Development time is temperature dependent [...] dependent. At 25°C, eggs hatch after 3-4 days. Larval development takes 2 weeks, pupal development 1 week and adults can survive 7-10 days. The moths

• Nothing beats original

  Dive into the rich history and innovative spirit behind Koppert’s predatory mite solutions. Since 1967, we have been at the top of our game helping growers [...] Predatory Mites Predatory mites stand as a cornerstone in integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, providing a sustainable alternative to chemical [...] gold standard growers worldwide trust as the basis for their integrated pest management strategies. Predatory mites are applied to effectively control pests

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