• Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

  case of a sting in the mouth or near the throat, specifically the pharynx, the patient should be taken to the hospital immediately; since the sting can result [...] over the whole body Level 2 - level 1 symptoms plus intestinal problems (vomiting, diarrhea) Level 3 - level 1 and/or 2 symptoms plus difficulties in breathing [...] may choose to keep an eye on the situation and see how things go. A period of observation in hospital is desirable, as the reaction may increase progressively

• Pepino mosaic virus

  What is Pepino Mosaic Virus (PepMV)? Pepino Mosaic Virus (PepMV) is one of the most economically significant viral diseases in greenhouse tomato production [...] against PepMV US1. This approach is based on the principle of cross-protection, where: A mild virus strain occupies the plant It prevents infection by more [...] (PepMV) Symptoms can vary depending on the strain, environmental conditions, and tomato variety, but common signs include: On leaves Mosaic or mottled patterns

• A life-long commitment to help growers thrive with sustainable growing practice

  December 10, 2024

  persimilis Preparing for the future ‘The future holds many challenges and one of them is the severe reduction in the use of chemical agents. In fact, a lot of them [...] pest management strategies in horticulture. We have the most experienced consultants in the industry with years of practice in the field. We know our natural [...] vital role during the introduction and rollout.’ Making biocontrol the norm In the Netherlands, the use of biocontrol has become the norm when it comes

• Fungi and Bacteria Deserve Greater Appreciation!

  May 31, 2019

  diseases. The plant is also teeming with organisms, inside and out, the function of which is not yet known in many cases. What's certain is that plant [...] with good reason that the number of biological beneficials and supporters is growing on this basis! In fact, our whole world is one big ecosystem. But [...] recent increase in caterpillar problems, this hero from history is once again in the spotlight today. Bacillus subtillis and Bacillus amyloliquefaciens – parts

• Natupol - Consistent Quality and Continuous Innovation

  June 10, 2020

  their pollination work on arrival. For example, in the United States, the Bombus impatiens , is the bumblebee of choice and is bred in Howell, Michigan. At [...] Nations report. "There is a world of difference between the hives we produced in 1989 and the high-tech bumblebee colonies we produce today. Three decades [...] innovation The introduction of natural pollinators into greenhouses since the 80s resulted in spectacular increases in yield and improved quality in tomato

• Prevent internal spider mite contamination

  December 13, 2022

  contaminates another, an older crop contaminates a new crop, and so on. Not to worry – there are several ways to minimize the internal contamination risks [...] can prevent the infestation from spreading to the rest of your organization. It’s only likely to be a real challenge when the infestation is really bad [...] Spider mite occurs in hotspots, and it’s important to uncover its hiding places as promptly as possible. If you take the right measures in these hotspots,

• Acadian

  Concentrate with the water in the tank prior to adding the calcium product. If interaction of chemicals is unknown, a "jar" compatibility test is recommended [...] Concentrate with the water in the tank prior to adding the calcium product. If interaction of chemicals is unknown, a "jar" compatibility test is recommended [...] dissolves in water and is suitable for use in liquid foliar, soil applied, and irrigation water applications. ACADIAN® Liquid Seaweed Concentrate is compatible

• Plant Pollinator interactions in high temperatures

  protection, the plant aborts the fruit to reduce fruit load on the plant and directs the assimilates to the vegetative growth of the plant. This is undesirable [...] radiation levels given in Watts. can be reduced if the humidity is too low or radiation is too high. Staying outside the gray and yellow areas in the table [...] strong, and the climate in the greenhouse is consistent. No easy feat, but the payback is more than worth the effort. Relative Humidity The second guideline

• Municipality Doetinchem: Entonem nematodes managing oak processionary caterpillar

  There are many oak trees in the forests and plantations around Doetinchem. Marc van Rijswijk is the spokesman for Buha, the implementing organization for [...] ‘We think it is important to maintain the biodiversity in the centre, and public opinion is quite sensitive to spraying here. We worked in consultation [...] For the optimal effect, we did it twice.’ Entonem an important link Van Rijswijk is confident that the use of nematodes helps to reduce the level of i

• Using Capirel for healthy fruit orchards

  another half an hour. Once they are fully diluted, we add the mix into the tank. The sprayer is filled halfway and the bucket with the nematodes is injected [...] that the nematodes can enter the soil. In the dryer season we rely on irrigation.’ The French fruit grower has been using Capirel for 3 years. ‘The results [...] nematodes in apple Michel Loubejac is a fruit grower in Moissac in the Tarn-et-Garonne, region of France. Here he grows organic apples on 5 hectares used