• Koppert One

  the impact of pesticides on beneficial organisms and pollinators Pesticides can have both direct and indirect effects on natural enemies and pollinators [...] the harmfulness of various pesticides, considering both direct impacts like mortality or hindered development from eggs or pupae, as well as indirect effects [...] effects such as reduced fertility (egg laying), problems with regard to moulting, or a repellent effect. The data within this database serves as a valuable

• Bedding plants

  plants used in gardens and parks. There is a wide range of plants especially produced to demonstrate coloured flowers in spring and summer. They are easily [...] biennial plants or perennial plants that serve as perennial; antirrhinum, polyanthus, daisy, foxglove, various dianthus and poppy varieties, campanula, delphinium [...] bulbs and tubers . These are planted every year and removed after the plant has died down. During winter they are either stocked away or disposed of: tulip

• Fusarium spp.

  Fusarium spp. is a group of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species are [...] host plant, and the disease may manifest as wilting, stunting and chlorosis or lesions on the stem and/or leaves. Life cycle and appearance of Fusarium spp [...] spp. Fusarium is a group of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species are

• Hemp russet mite

  Damage is caused by the mites sucking out the contents of plant cells. Hemp russet mite develops on the stems and petioles of the hemp plant and can cause [...] the number of buds and dwarfed buds. This damage can reduce yield and quality. Other signs of damage include dull, greyish, or bronzed leaves and upward curling [...] curling of leaf edges. Life cycle and appearance of Hemp russet mite All life stages of the hemp russet mite are extremely small and difficult to observe

• Trichoderma harzianum

  resources, such as space and nutrients, thereby reducing the availability of resources for pathogen growth and reproduction. Parasitism of pathogens: Trichoderma [...] harzianum T-22 is a species of beneficial fungus commonly used in agriculture and horticulture for its various beneficial properties. This fungus is known for [...] produces enzymes and metabolites that have antagonistic effects on plant pathogens, such as fungi, bacteria, and nematodes. Trichoderma harzianum is often applied

• May beetle

  later leads to signs of wilting and stunted growth. Lifecycle and appearance of the may beetle The adults belonging to the majority of Phyllophaga species [...] e genus is the Phyllophaga . Given the external physical similarities between the adults and larvae of this genus, they are usually treated as a single [...] the aerial parts of the plant, as the larvae only feed on root hairs and organic material during the first and second instars. When they move to the next

• Pepino mosaic virus

  mosaic virus is highly infectious and spreads via infected equipment such as carts, scissors and knives. If plant sap of an infected plant is transferred [...] apple) and Physalis (e.g. Physalis floridana ) can also act as a host. Damage symptoms The impact of a PepMV infection for the tomato grower is variable [...] infection and can significantly impact the yield and quality of crops like tomatoes. Typical symptoms are: Leaves & stems Nettle-like heads and/or bubbling

• Angular leaf spot

  also all types of vascular tissue of the crown can be infected, creating a look similar to that of a Phytophthora fragariae infection. Life cycle and appearance [...] on the leaves and form a secondary source of infection. They are dispersed by rain, irrigation water or handling of the plants. Infection of the plants happens [...] Use clean propagation material and disease-free seed Remove sources of inoculum such as dead leaves In field-grown tomato and pepper, rotate fields to prevent

• Glasshouse potato aphid

  produced) lifecycles. There is no alternation of hosts, and the two types of life cycles occur on the same host plant. The aphid can overwinter not only in [...] with both winged and wingless forms of adults and a great variety in colour. When reproduction is asexual, the young aphids are born as developed nymphs [...] aphids further affect ornamental crops, such as begonia, as well as potato, lettuce, beans, aubergine and sometimes tomato. Damage symptoms When the glasshouse

• Maximize pollination in tomato

  n process and achieve exceptional yields, harnessing the power of commercial bumblebees can be a game-changer. Bumblebees are efficient and reliable p [...] healthy crop and improved pollination outcomes. Positioning and visibility of hives To facilitate effective communication between bumblebees and humans, it [...] against condensation and rainwater will help prevent damage and ensure the well-being of the bumblebee colony. Proper hive maintenance and regular checks are