• Mushroom

  Mushroom A mushroom, or toadstool, is the fleshy, spore-bearing fruiting body of a fungus, typically produced above ground on soil or on its food source [...] considered safe for most people to eat because it is grown in controlled, sterilized environments. Several varieties of A. bisporus are grown commercially [...] portobello. Many other mushroom varieties are also commercially available as growers and breeders search for new and unique tastes for the market.

• Fruit grower uses Natupol Tripol for outdoor pollination

  is a good thing,’ Alfred adds. Koppert’s Tripol hives were introduced into the apple and pear orchards six years ago when Alfred, who has been a fruit [...] we have found that a combination of honeybees and bumblebees is a big improvement.’ Alfred uses two Tripol hives per hectare, starting with the pear orchard

• Aphidius matricariae

  parasitic wasp Aphidius matricariae Aphidius matricariae is a parasitic wasp belonging to the family Braconidae and is widely recognized for its role in biological [...] least a few days The dosage of Aphipar -M depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction [...] /release. Releases should be repeated at least 3 times. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best

• Manual Growing lights

  greenhouse at times when enough daylight is available (28 Watt/m2 PAR light), a Wireless BeeHome system can be used. Even better is a combination of the [...] pollination when daylight is at its minimum. The opening and closing system is pneumatic and is controlled by a timer or the climate computer. On a rare occasion [...] Content 1 Introduction 1.1 Bee vision 2 Placement of hives when using growing lights 3 3 5 2.1 When to open and close the hives 6 2.2 Automated opening

• Roots Growers positive about Mycotal against whitefly

  products, also has a low MRL, which is a requirement for small cherry tomatoes. However, as we can only use this product a few times a year, we have very [...] hectares. As organic as possible Roots Growers grows the Piccolo variety, a mini vine cherry tomato. In this segment is plant protection in particular a crucial [...] organisms. As a result, the effects of spraying are visible sooner. As the active fungus in Mycotal is cold-tolerant and works at temperatures starting at 5°C

• Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

  workers and queens have a stinger, as is the case with honeybees and wasps. Drones cannot sting. The stinger is a weapon for defence. When a bee stings, some [...] stung in a sensitive location, such as near the eyes. As soon as possible after being stung, the person should take an anti-inflammatory (such as aspirin [...] event of a fever occurring or a grade 1 reaction, contact a GP. The decision can be made to keep an eye on the situation and see how things go. A period

• Cerall

  inactive when the seeds are stored dry. After sowing, when water availability increases, the bacteria will become active and will rapidly start to multiply [...] hot water and a suitable detergent before and after applying Cerall. Application Wear appropriate protective clothing. Cerall is offered as a ready-to-use [...] distributed as evenly as possible on the seed. Regular seed treatment equipment can be used to apply on the seed. Dosage Apply preventively at a rate of 1

• Eretmocerus eremicus

  eremicus Eretmocerus eremicus is a small parasitic wasp belonging to the family Aphelinidae . This beneficial insect is used as an important biological control [...] better to switch to the use of En-strip or Enermix/Ercal. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best [...] eremicus Eretmocerus eremicus is a highly effective parasitic wasp used in biological control programs. This wasp exhibits a fascinating parasitic behavior:

• Diglyphus isaea

  Diglyphus isaea is a small parasitic wasp belonging to the family Eulophidae within the order Hymenoptera . It is widely recognized for its role as a biological [...] density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first mines are visible in the crop. Introduction rates typically [...] Larval stage: When the parasitic wasp larva hatches, it remains beside its host, punctures it and sucks it empty from the outside, as a result of which

• Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

  to doing their job.’ A tense moment Sjaak van Dijk switched over to Spidex Vital at the start of February. ‘I have three crops a year,’ he tells us five [...] control starts sooner So far, Spidex Vital has done what Sjaak van Dijk expected of it. A week after the first deliveries were released, he had a closer [...] shall see.’ A more robust system Based on his initial experiences, Sjaak van Dijk is pleased with Spidex Vital. ‘It’s a good sign if you have a predatory