• Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

  regulations limiting the use of certain pesticides and obliging farmers to apply sustainable agricultural practices. More and more retailers are even requiring [...] conditions for the marketing of fruits and vegetables in their aisles. IPM enables farmers to comply with these regulations and ensure safe and environmentally [...] an effective and safe control of thrips , crystalline spider mites and other pests, which has guaranteed the success of their production and their entry

• Parasitic wasps

  wasps are natural and do not harm beneficial insects, animals, or the environment. Benefits of parasitic wasps Using parasitic wasps for pest control offers [...] experience and expertise, Koppert is a trusted source for growers seeking effective and reliable biological control solutions. Koppert offers various parasitic [...] growers can significantly reduce the damage caused by pests, ensuring a higher yield and product quality. Environmental sustainability : Parasitic wasps provide

• Artificially lit crops pollination advice

  receive direct and early daylight Provide shade for colonies during intense sunlight between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., especially during autumn and early spring [...] winter to extend daytime for plants, can lead to issues for bumblebees. Grow lights emit the light spectrum relevant for plant growth and development (400-700nm) [...] implementing smart strategies for attracting pollinators, we aim to equip you with the knowledge and insights essential for successful pollination in your

• Broad mite

  both males and females is different to the others and not used for walking. The larvae stay in their larval cuticle for one or two days and then emerge [...] malformation and distortion of the above-ground growth of the plant. The mites show a preference for young, developing plant tissue, like the growing tips, young [...] appear on the leaf stalks and main stems. The growing tips of affected plants acquire a misshapen appearance, with contorted leaves and sporadic brown discolouration

• Beneficial nematodes to control pests in outdoor crops

  here. Beneficial nematodes for bean seed fly control Using Capirel for healthy fruit orchards Using Casea for a healthier and safe asparagus How do nematodes [...] resuspended in water and dispersed over the crop by using spraying/irrigation systems most commonly used in agriculture. But… you are not spraying a conventional [...] Beneficial nematodes can be used to tackle a broad spectrum of pests in top and stone fruits, like apples and peaches, potatoes, and outdoor vegetables as onions

• Rhizoctonia solani

  seen, but they vary in size and colour and are therefore not a good feature to determine the cause of the disease. Life cycle and appearance of Thanatephorus [...] rain, water, machinery and tools and in soil particles and via movement of plant parts. The fungus grows from plant to plant and from the soil upward, therefore [...] parts in contact with the soil and from there can grow upward. Lesions are brown and rot on fruits is brown, water-soaked and sunken. Late infection causes

• 4 key benefits of biological crop protection

  March 19, 2024

  protection offers a sustainable solution that maximizes flexibility for growers and helps meet these increasing challenges. Maximize yields and quality Biological [...] crop quality, and, ultimately, higher prices and turnover. Efficient labor and logistics Labor availability is an increasing problem for many growers worldwide [...] ensuring efficient and timely harvesting operations. Harvesting involves labor and various logistical factors, such as transportation, storage, and processing

• Biological Pest Control

  only reduces the environmental impact but also minimizes the risk of pesticide resistance, making it a sustainable and effective long-term strategy for pest [...] pest control methods do not harm the environment, ensuring the preservation of ecosystems. Sustainable Biocontrol reduces the need for continuous chemical [...] control uses nature's own mechanisms, such as predators, parasites, and beneficial microorganisms , to keep pest populations in check. This approach not only

• Free Webinar series; Implementing Plant Empowerment

  May 19, 2020

  same time, resources such as water, energy and nutrients are used more efficiently. This makes Plant Empowerment the road map to sustainable horticulture [...] , 2020 at 9am and 3pm – Dutch time (Eastern Time Zone 3am and 9am. The following dates are; June 10, 17 and 24. Join us! Sign up now for the first webinar; [...] Empowerment. They also learn how to grow crops in a sustainable way by using the natural growing power and resilience of a plant. The first webinar will be

• Crop Protection

  pests, diseases, and harmful influences to ensure healthy growth and reliable harvests. It is essential in agriculture and horticulture for achieving healthy [...] protection Easy to use and integrate Biocontrol agents can be integrated into existing farming practices and complement other sustainable approaches, such [...] nematodes, and microorganisms are used to control pests and diseases. What are biocontrol agents? Biocontrol agents refer to products and methods that