Natupol Excel

such a way that the hive is exposed to the first daylight Wait for at least 15 minutes after positioning the hive before opening the hive entrance, this [...] once there is no life in the bumblebee colonies, the ‘Beehome’ system should be closed. Remove the plastic liner and the sugar water tank from the hive, then [...] After introduction of the hive, worker bumblebees start pollinating the flowers while at the same time collecting pollen to feed the brood. More workers

Cucumber

IPM ) is of importance in cucumber cultivation, to ensure the health and productivity of cucumber crops. Cucumbers are exceptionally susceptible to a range [...] threat to cucumber plants, potentially decimating yields. Implementing IPM strategies is crucial for effectively controlling and mitigating the impacts [...] pesticides but also promotes the long-term resilience of the crops, ensuring the production of high-quality cucumbers for consumers. Pest monitoring and scouting

Aphelinus abdominalis

the antennae. She turns herself around, curls up the wing tips, and will try to pierce the aphid in the abdomen with her long ovipositor. The ovipositor [...] egg. The small aphids are used for host feeding while the larger individuals are parasitized. The control of the aphids is due to host feeding and parasitization [...] advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use of Aphelinus abdominalis The parasitic wasp Aphelinus abdominalis is effective

Cannabis

Integrated pest management (IPM) is important when it comes to keeping cannabis plants healthy and productive. This is because cannabis can attract a lot [...] make the plants weaker, slow down their growth, and affect the leaves and buds if you don't manage them properly. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is vital [...] proactive approaches involve regular and systematic inspection of crops to identify the presence and severity of pests and diseases. Growers use various techniques

Onion thrips

cells of the surface tissues and sucking out their contents, causing the surrounding tissue to die. The resulting silver-grey patches on leaves and the black [...] indicate their presence in the crop. The vigour of the plant is reduced by loss of chlorophyll. When infestations become serious the leaves themselves can shrivel [...] cucumber, only occurs if the crop is heavily infested. In some countries, the onion thrips (Thrips tabaci) has been identified as an important vector of tomato

Feltiella acarisuga

emerging from the egg, the larva is yellowish white. The eggs and the first larval stages are very difficult to find in the crop due to their small size [...] biological control. The predatory gall midge Feltiella acarisuga is used for the control of the following pests: Spider mites Some of the common spider mites [...] Feltiella acarisuga is available in plastic cups ( Spidend ). Make a hole in the lid and place the cup on the rock wool slab or directly on the soil Protect against

Optimal placement of bumblebee hives

seasons, it is advisable to position the hives at a height of 20 – 60 cm above the ground on the south side of the path. This location ensures that the hives [...] increase the productivity of bumblebees: To ensure successful communication between bumblebees and humans, it is crucial to position the hives in visible [...] meters above the ground, particularly in dense crop areas. On the darkest days of winter, consider placing the hives above the crop near the greenhouse roof

Nematodes established solution for Nesidiocoris in France

validated in the field. The results are very clear. It is very effective on the larvae. The nematodes also act on Macrolophus , which is biologically very [...] on several blocks to regulate the bug and have tried several application methods: the small backpack sprayer directed at the head of the plant in a very [...] very localized way, and also the treatment robot, which is used by blocking the lower nozzles so that it acts only on the head and avoids our Macrolophus

Aphidius ervi

pursue the aphid to parasitize. Because of this, the disturbance of aphid colonies can have a serious impact. The aphids can be spread through the crop, [...] regions around the world due to its effectiveness. An Aphidius ervi female wasp can parasitize hundreds of aphids within two days. Aphidius ervi is used for [...] is available in a bottle ( Ervipar ). Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its

Tomato

contributes to integrated pest management (IPM) practices. The use of bumblebees contributes to sustainable pest control and promotes the overall health [...] honeybees, but bumblebees are the perfect fit for effective pollination of the crop. Adequate pollination ensures that the ovaries in the flowers are fertilized [...] fertilized with pollen, leading to the formation of healthy fruits. To encourage pollination in tomato crops, growers need to create pollinator-friendly environments