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Bumblebee pollination

What is bumblebee pollination? Bumblebee pollination is a vital and efficient process for growers seeking high-quality crop yields. As natural pollinators [...] between trees and rows while pollinating. This benefits cross pollination which is often required in various fruit or seed crops. Bumblebees are active from [...] sustainable solution that guarantees maximum pollination . The Natupol system is the result of over 35 years of accumulated expertise coupled to the latest

Plant Disease Management

What is biological disease control? Biological control of plant diseases is a method used to manage and reduce the impact of plant diseases by utilizing [...] to common plant diseases. Healthy soil Maintaining healthy soil is crucial. Soil that is well-draining and nutrient-rich provides a solid foundation for [...] promptly disposing of diseased plant material is essential to prevent the spread of pathogens. This practice is particularly important in containing the spread

Caterpillars

Lepidoptera Caterpillars What are caterpillars? Caterpillars are the larvae of butterflies and moths. Butterflies and moths form the order Lepidoptera [...] occur in greenhouses belong to the Noctuidae (the noctuid or owl moths), which is the largest of all lepidopteran families. Most adults of this family are nocturnal [...] ground. Another family containing several species that damage greenhouse crops is the leafroller family, the Tortricidae. The name ‘leafroller’ refers to the

Leaf miners

Diptera Leaf miners What are leaf miners? Leaf miners belong to the order Diptera (the true flies ) and form the family Agromyzidae. This is a family of small [...] in horticultural crops are mostly polyphagous; that is, they feed on many crops. However, this is not universal among the Agromyzidae. Of the approximately [...] cause damage to plants both directly and indirectly. The most direct damage is caused by the larvae mining the leaf tissue which can lead to desiccation

Amblydromalus limonicus

Amblydromalus limonicus is most effective at temperatures between 13 and 25 °C (55 and 77 °F). It is not effective above 30 °C (86 °F) and is sensitive to relative [...] Amblydromalus limonicus is a species of predatory mite known for its role in biological pest control . Amblydromalus limonicus is a natural enemy of various [...] chemical pesticides. Amblydromalus limonicus is valued for its effectiveness at relatively low temperatures and is especially recommended to suppress high densities

La Hacienda Fresh increases crop profitability thanks to biological control

implementation of a biological control program is one of the key tools that can help you achieve this. This is attested to by La Hacienda Fresh, a company [...] for export, since it is produced in safer conditions." Importance of bell pepper cultivation in Mexico The profitability of a crop is based on the quantity [...] In the crop production process, harvest is where the results of agronomic management can be seen. Good management not only results in quality fruit with

Spider mites and other mites

so keeping them healthy and strong is essential. Regular monitoring of your plants for early signs of plant mites is also critical. This can be done by [...] ensure sustainable production. Solutions for mite control Learn more about What are mites? Plant mites are a diverse group of small arthropods that feed [...] feeding habits. Plant mites generally thrive in warm and dry conditions, which is why they are often problematic in greenhouses and during hot, dry weather

Whitefly

the growth is obstructed by the stiff hairs. As soon as the red eyes of the adult whitefly are visible in the fourth larval instar, the stage is referred [...] whiteflies are usually white or pale yellow in color. This is due to the wax produced by the adults, which is covering their body and wings. Some species have dark [...] es vaporariorum ): This species is one of the most widespread and damaging whitefly pests. As the name suggests, it is commonly found in greenhouse en

Fit roots for plant health Technical bulletin 2020 EN

plant is directly associated with its internal balance, which is continuously changing. According to Chaboussou, it is not just any plant which is attacked [...] best capacity to defend itself against plant diseases. This is an area of knowledge that is easily overlooked in the study of diseases and their diagnosis [...] energy balance Evaporation is by far the most effective cooling mechanism of the plant. That is why the functioning of the roots is directly related to the