• Bumblebee pollination

  biodiversity and the overall health of ecosystems Why are bumblebees good pollinators? Bumblebees are very effective and efficient pollinators as they visit [...] Ready for tomorrow’s challenges Pro-active research and collaboration with a number of scientific institutes and universities ensure we are geared for the [...] Best value for money All the above benefits ensure maximum pollination results at low pollination costs per kg giving customers the best value for money.

• Ten facts about Fusarium

  December 9, 2021

  vary widely and are not always easy to recognize. We have compiled a list of ten facts about Fusarium that are important to know. There are many different [...] Get in touch with one of our experts Recommended for you Why Some Thrips Management Strategies Are No Longer Enough Why Is Thrips parvispinus Changing [...] can produce toxic substances, called mycotoxins. This is especially harmful for food crops, as these may contain only very low concentrations of these substances

• Fungi and Bacteria Deserve Greater Appreciation!

  May 31, 2019

  is one big ecosystem. But most ‘members’ are never seen because they are far too small. For example, there are billions of microorganisms living on our [...] fungi and bacteria are actually useful. Plants, humans, and animals couldn't even exist without these microorganisms. And it's with good reason that the number [...] role in our defence against diseases. Plants are also partly dependent on fungi and bacteria if they are to continue to function well. The roots live in

• What is Biological Control?

  September 15, 2020

  organism are regulated, maintaining the balance between organisms and their natural enemies. When organisms are introduced in areas where they are not native [...] native, this balance is easily disturbed because there are either no natural enemies, or they are not effective enough to keep the balance. These organisms [...] to healthy and better growing plants. Recommended for you Why Some Thrips Management Strategies Are No Longer Enough Why Is Thrips parvispinus Changing

• Ten facts about Spical

  August 3, 2022

  life-long passion for predatory mites Rhyzobug – ready to deal with armored scales Sized for Success: Introducing the 125k Entomite-M for Cost-Efficient IPM [...] result. Properly scouting for spider mite helps to avoid surprises Ten facts about spider mites Knowledge is critical to ensuring good biological control. And [...] sachets in the crop. For a number of weeks, the mites from the sachet enter the crop. So when the spider mites turn up, they’re ready for action. The mites

• Everything Still Begins with Swirski

  May 14, 2020

  certainly true for growers taking their first steps in biological plant protection. You could say that everything starts with Swirski." Recommended for you Why [...] life-long passion for predatory mites Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal Unveiling new packaging designs for Horiver sticky trap [...] trap portfolio Sized for Success: Introducing the 125k Entomite-M for Cost-Efficient IPM! A viable alternative to chemical pesticides: Koppert’s natural

• Botrytis problems often have company

  December 20, 2021

  sometimes create conditions for other pathogens to strike. But it also works the other way around: there are pests that make it easier for the fungus to get a [...] such as Duponchelia , are a good example of this. They cause substantial damage as they feed, creating the ideal access points for the fungus. Sciarid flies [...] entry points for the fungus. You should also know that some insects avoid affected plants. For example, aphids have a clear preference for plants that have

• Big impact starts small

  May 1, 2023

  horticulture crops for many years. Benefits for growers Using microorganisms in crop protection can offer many benefits to growers. They are safe and easy to [...] new design, same trusted quality Our micro products are small, really small. And although they are not visible to the naked eye, they have a big impact [...] organisms in our micro products are a great way to biologically control various soil-borne diseases and foliar pests and are an effective alternative to chemicals

• Tobacco aphid

  rendering them unsuitable for market. At the same time, photosynthesis in the leaves is reduced, affecting production. They are usually found in closely [...] the body. The antennae are 0.7-1.0 times the body length, reaching to the siphunculi. The body length is 1.2-2.3 mm. Recommended for you Isarid: The Foundation [...] closely packed colonies, although they are also capable of dispersing through the crop by walking. The tobacco aphid tends to form denser colonies, closer to

• Swirskii Predatory Mite Not All That Demanding

  May 3, 2019

  little predatory mite laid the foundation for biocontrol today Sized for Success: Introducing the 125k Entomite-M for Cost-Efficient IPM! A viable alternative [...] house guest: they are happy to eat almost anything and quickly feel at home in a crop. This is why this predatory mite is perfect for use with most fruiting [...] like extreme cold. You can store it for a short time at 10-15 °C/50-59°F, but the eggs will not hatch. To ensure good development, the daytime temperature