• Tomato

  Sachets? Insight to the Production of Nematodes Infestation Levels in Tomato Crops: A Look at the Top Four Help! How Does Thrips get Into My Crop? Swirskii [...] damage. The most common species in tomato are the Glasshouse potato aphid ( Aulacorthum solani ) and the Potato aphid ( Macrosiphum euphorbiae ). To a lesser [...] proceed to tunnel through the leaf tissue, creating distinctive mines that can severely damage the foliage. As a result, the plant's ability to photosynthesize

• Help, whitefly! Now what?

  June 2, 2022

  More about whitefly control At a Glance: Allies in the Fight Against Whitefly The Spread of Whitefly The How and Why of IPM Swirski-Mite: First Aid for [...] spread throughout the crop? To choose an effective control method, you first need to know the scope of the attack. Don’t underestimate the problem – whitefly [...] should I do what? Determine the strategy that you intend to follow and stick to it. Scout the crop thoroughly. Is the infestation localized to one spot or

• Trichoderma harzianum

  harzianum grows faster on the surface of the root than soil borne pathogenic fungi, which get no change to establish themselves on the roots. Competition for [...] Induced resistance: Trichoderma harzianum reinforces the defence mechanism of the parts of the plant above the ground, so-called induced system resistance (ISR) [...] harzianum has the capacity to make certain 'fixed' nutrients such as manganese and iron available for the plant to absorb. As a result, it provides a natural

• Nature's Perfect Pollinator

  strategy for a richer and more cost-effective harvest. Quad Pollination at Maddox Family Farms: A Success Story Worth the Buzz Rearing the Best: The Process [...] experience in the industry, our expertise is not merely a selling point - it's a guarantee. When you choose Koppert, you're partnering with the leader in [...] A well-pollinated crop without being dependent on the weather conditions! With bumblebee pollination , you make sure your crop reaches the full potential

• Chrysoperla carnea

  sheltering under the plant or the rim of the pot, during daylight hours. The larvae grasp their prey from below and lift them in their jaws. The prey is injected [...] with a salivary fluid that digests the body contents, which are then sucked out. The prey can sometimes be larger than the larva itself. On average a larva [...] commonly known as the green lacewing, is a beneficial insect used in agriculture as a natural predator of various pest insects. It belongs to the family Chrysopidae

• Cyclamen mite

  smaller than usual. In cyclamen, the flowers are damaged and leaf growth is inhibited. In hedera, a mite attack can cause baldness in parts of the stem. [...] become brown near the base. Life cycle and appearance of Cyclamen mite The life cycle of the cyclamen mite ( Phytonemus pallidus ) has the following stages: [...] used for walking. The males are smaller than the females and their hind legs are modified and used to transport pharate females. Eggs of the cyclamen mite

• Grapevine powdery mildew

  early berry development. As the season concludes, the fungus forms chasmothecia to ensure its survival through the winter. Given the polycyclic nature, preventive [...] mildew (Erysiphe necator) is a widespread fungal disease that poses a serious threat to commercial viticulture worldwide. The pathogen (also known as Uncinula [...] Symptoms of grapevine powdery mildew vary according to the phenological growth stage and the severity of the infection. Early signs manifest as chlorotic (pale

• Biofungicide that gives soil-borne diseases no chance!

  January 21, 2021

  plants. The hybrid strain of Trichoderma harzianum forms a physical barrier on the outside of the roots, without penetrating the plant tissue. A versatile [...] Strengthening the plant. Trianum promotes a healthier root system with more root hairs, thus improving the uptake of water and nutrients. The result is a stronger [...] application, the fungus grows very rapidly along the roots, protecting the plant through four mechanisms. Competition for space Trianum rapidly forms a physical

• Natupol

  be closed. Remove the plastic liner and the sugar water tank from the hive, then place the liner back inside. Seal the entire hive in a plastic bag, remove [...] Place the hive on a horizontal platform (avoid inclination, otherwise sugar water may leak) Position the hive about 20-60 cm above the ground in the shade [...] 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

• Grape downy mildew

  interactions. When used as a lysate, these compounds support plant protection by acting both on the plant surface and by activating the plant’s natural defense [...] viticola , is one of the most important diseases in wine and table grape production worldwide. The disease spreads rapidly under warm and wet conditions [...] early berry development pose the greatest risk to crop performance. Early symptom detection, a clear understanding of the disease cycle, and vigilant