• Gilfresh Pumpkin Pollination Providing Excellent Yields

  May 5, 2023

  are a family run company, first established in 1965, that have grown into one of the country's leading vegetable providers. Gilfresh grow, source, process [...] and now we're up to 80Ha", Richard explains, " We are using approximately one hive per hectare and this year we plan to bring in 75 hives". Gilfresh have [...] Our Best Yields In Fields Where We Have Hives" In order to sustain and develop the recent pollination efforts, Gilfresh have mapped their pumpkin fields

• Boisduval scale

  Boisduval scale is described in more detail, as it is the most important one. The Boisduval scale, Diaspis boisduvalii , occurs throughout the tropics [...] suitable place to feed and become sessile usually after a few hours The development from egg to the adult stage takes on average 33 days for males, and 50

• Praon volucre

  the family Braconidae and to the subfamily Aphidiinae . Praon volucre is one of the most abundant parasitoids of many aphid species in Europe. Praon volucre [...] typically range from 0.75-1.5 parasitic wasps per m 2 . This is equivalent to one unit every 250-350 m 2 . The parasitic wasps will emerge within 2 weeks. Releases [...] lays an egg inside the aphid where the larva of the parasitic wasp will develop. Larval pupation takes place under the aphid. This causes a silky, whitish

• Chula Brand is a pioneer in biological pest control in papaya

  methods, due to the resistance generated by these pests, Chula Brand began to develop its biological control programs in cooperation with Koppert more than two [...] we went from a conventional management to a more environmentally friendly one. What was the most challenging at the beginning to reach the biological management [...] can contribute, bringing very specific biological solutions that do not develop resistance to pests," said José Armida, agricultural director of Chula Brand

• Nothing beats original

  levels, and crop protection strategy. Each product in our portfolio is developed to meet these unique needs, supporting growers to safeguard both quality

• IPM app

  multiple locations Add treatments and check efficacy Easy communication via one portal For more information Optimized Scouting with Koppert iPM Pest and disease [...] decisions and apply precision treatments. Koppert Biological Systems, Inc. has developed Koppert iPM, a unique scouting software application, to assist growers

• European red mite

  long, yellowish red, and more slender and tapered near the hind end. The development from egg to adult goes faster at higher temperatures and takes approximately [...] approximately two weeks at 21°C; therefore there can be many generations in one year. The European red mite overwinters in the egg stage; the “winter eggs” are

• Broad mite

  above-ground growth of the plant. The mites show a preference for young, developing plant tissue, like the growing tips, young leaves and flower buds. The [...] dark brown edges at the base of young leaves. In case of a mild infestation, one can often see brown, frequently collapsed spots, or brown stripes forming [...] growth stops and, in time, the whole plant dies off. Cork tissue can also develop on fruit. Where pierced cells are killed, deformed corky patches frequently

• Pepper weevil

  holes where eggs are laid or adults were hatched. Meanwhile, the larvae develop in flower buds and young fruit, causing the stalk and calyx to turn yellow [...] flower bud, they feed on immature pollen. In both cases, they begin to feed one to four hours after hatching. In total, the larva passes through three larval [...] creating a type of cell, to be used later when it begins its metamorphosis. It develops a shiny white colour and eyes which are yellow at first, and become darker

• Trianum-P

  through several different modes of action. It also improves root system development, nutrient uptake and plant growth. Diseases Trichoderma harzianum T-22 [...] nutrients that the pathogens need. The pathogens therefore have less chance to develop. Parasitism of pathogens Trianum-P grows around the mycelia of the pathogens [...] the plant Do not use disinfectants in drip irrigation systems from at least one day before until two days after the application of Trianum-P Dosage The dosage