• Navigating Energy Efficiency, Greenhouse Lighting & Pollination Success

  December 1, 2023

  daylight is available. As a result, bumblebees may not become active or only become active much later in the day. It is essential that the flowers are open [...] day, it is best to keep hives closed and run hand pollination for one day, or when less that an average 1,5 biting mark is found. Humidity Is Also A Critical [...] humidity levels. It is therefore advisable to activate the plant by means of a heating pipe to lower the humidity around the flowers in the early morning

• Bumblebee pollination

  What is bumblebee pollination? Bumblebee pollination is a vital and efficient process for growers seeking high-quality crop yields. As natural pollinators [...] Bumblebees are very effective and efficient pollinators as they visit a high number of flowers per minute and transfer more pollen to the stigma than other p [...] ? Koppert bumblebees present a reliable, sustainable solution that guarantees maximum pollination . The Natupol system is the result of over 35 years of

• Thrips

  larval instars, a pre-pupa and a pupal instar, and finally the adult insect. The eggs are kidney-shaped and have a white or yellow shell. Before a female deposits [...] control Learn more about What are thrips? Several species of thrips are a major problem in greenhouse horticulture. The Western flower thrips ( Frankliniella [...] which is a type of waste material that they produce as they feed. The frass looks like small black or white specks on the surface of leaves or flowers and

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• Flies

  has recently developed into a major pest on soft fruits in Europe and North America. Sciarid flies and shore flies are mainly a problem in greenhouses. Their [...] prefer moist substrates that is rich in organic matter. Although they cause little direct damage to plants, they are often a problem due to their large number [...] deposited on leaves or flowers in ornamental crops, lettuce , and herbs also causes cosmetic damage, and sometimes this can occur on such a scale that growth

• Consumers

  sufficient quantities to feed a rapidly growing population. Producing our natural enemies, bumblebees, and microbiological solutions is a knowledge-intensive process [...] this list. Biological crop protection What is biological crop protection ? The idea behind biological crop protection is very simple: natural enemies such [...] pollination What is natural pollination ? Vegetables such as tomatoes and sweet peppers are often propagated in greenhouses. By the time a delicious little

• Caterpillars

  more about What are caterpillars? Caterpillars are the larvae of butterflies and moths. Butterflies and moths form the order Lepidoptera, a very large [...] can rapidly decimate a plant. Very small caterpillars are not able to chew and therefore graze the underside of leaves. This causes a window effect where [...] plants and directly affects yield and quality. Effective caterpillar control is therefore essential for maintaining healthy and productive crops. Biological

• Pepino mosaic virus

  use of cross-protection with a mild strain, such as V10 . What is V10? V10 is a mild strain of Pepino Mosaic Virus used in a controlled way to protect plants [...] What is Pepino Mosaic Virus (PepMV)? Pepino Mosaic Virus (PepMV) is one of the most economically significant viral diseases in greenhouse tomato production [...] and management are critical for maintaining yield and marketability. PepMV is a highly contagious plant virus that primarily affects tomato crops. It spreads

• Limonica strong contender against persistent thrips

  August 5, 2025

  predatory mite is showing exceptional promise: Limonica . Why Limonica? Limonica ( Amblydromalus limonicus ) is a predatory mite that feeds on a wide range [...] when supported with supplemental feeding. A. limonicus egg laying and predation capacity on T. parvispinus larvae A. limonicus egg laying and predation capacity [...] different crops and climates. Strengths and considerations “What makes Limonica stand out is its ability to establish quickly and target both first and

• Biological seed treatment

  products ( Cerall , Cedomon , Cedress) have a clear effect against pests or diseases (biotic stress). What is biological seed treatment? Biological seed [...] algae extracts. Biological substances are applied to the seed in a powder form or as a liquid. An even layer covers the whole seed. In this way, the beneficial [...] microbials depending on the organism: Biological seed treatment acts as a biostimulant: a treated crop becomes stronger and grows better; The treatment enhances