Spical: The effective weapon against all types of spider mite

Spical: The Effective Weapon Against All Types of Spider Mite

californicus What is Biological Control? Spider mite is the favorite food of the predatory mite in Spical , whose appetite for all species of spider mites means [...] Panonychus citri ) is not only a problem in citrus fruits but also in tree nursery crops, such as Skimmia. Spical is a perfect part of a biological control [...] be used in many crops. It’s an effective biocontrol solution against the entire ‘spider mite family’! Harmful spider mites come in all sorts of species

A life rooted in agriculture: transforming the future with Koppert

pioneering change in crop protection "Agriculture is the basis of everything," Antonio ads, highlighting the role of farmers and agribusinesses in ensuring food [...] with quality produce is motivating his team of consultants every day. “I’m convinced that Koppert is helping to change the model of crop protection worldwide [...] a pivotal role in IPM programs of every grower. “They establish themselves quickly in the crops and build up populations very fast, which means growers

International Day of Plant Health: Protecting plant health with sustainable solutions

approach is based on the principles of natural balance and working with nature, rather than against it. One of our core solutions is the use of beneficial [...] International Day of Plant Health: Protecting plant health with sustainable solutions On the 12th of May, the world celebrates International Day of Plant Health [...] are proud to be part of a global movement that recognizes the vital role that plants play in our lives. Plants are the foundation of life on Earth. They

A legacy of sustainability: Stolk Brothers and Koppert’s shared vision

ago. The Stolk Brothers’ journey in horticulture began in 1925 when Pieter Stolk’s great-grandfather purchased land in Bergschenhoek and started growing [...] necessity and a calling. “In the early 90s, my father and uncle began working with Koppert, driven by firsthand experience of the impact of chemical pesticides [...] horticulture is entirely free of chemical pesticides. “It’s achievable, but we need full commitment—not just from growers, but also from policymakers in The Hague

Spidex Vital Plus – Effective spider mite control in a sachet

hotspots of spider mites, growers are now able to build of defense lines to both control the mites in the hotspots and prevent further infestation of the crop’ [...] application is more time efficient, which offers potential savings on labour. Easy application Spidex Vital Plus is easy to use. Introduce the sachets in and around [...] by the sachets of Spidex Vital Plus allows Phytoseiulus persimilis to multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks,

Infestation Levels in Tomato Crops: A Look at the Top Four

Source of Multiple Problems There are also many different kinds of whitefly . Tobacco whitefly ( Bemisia tabaci ) is a problem all over the world. In greenhouses [...] problem of caterpillars – the larvae of moths. In greenhouse-grown and outdoor tomato crops, Tuta absoluta represents a particularly tricky problem. In subtropical [...] chemicals. The spider-mite family is huge, but it is the two-spotted spider mite ( Tetranychus urticae ) that causes most damage in both greenhouse crops and outdoor

The cost-saving potential of biological crop protection for your IPM strategy

intervention once established. An example of this is the use of a combination of the Orius predatory bug in combination with the banker plant Lobularia [...] benefits. In some studies, value is defined as the savings achieved by not utilizing other pest and disease management methods. Cost-saving advantages of biocontrol [...] usage One of biocontrol's most immediate cost-saving benefits is reducing chemical pesticide use. By integrating biocontrol agents early in the season

Flowering and Pollination – One of the Most Critical Blueberry Growth Stages

periods in the blueberry growth-cycle. The first is bud initiation in the autumn. Before the plant goes into dormancy, the plant is ‘deciding’ which buds [...] maturation The third critical period in the growth cycle of a blueberry plant is fruit maturation, and the growth of new shoots. Focus on flowering and [...] ones that produce flowers in spring. Poor growth in the late summer/early autumn will limit the number of generative buds, and, consequently, the yield. Second

Written in GrowerTalks: "Cold Chain Management" by Heidi Doering

article in the January edition of GrowerTalks. In Cold Chain Management Of Biologicals she discusses the critical time between the delivery of biologicals [...] for the past decade and is one of the most well-informed plant experts of the day regarding ornamental IPM. Her broad range of experience includes greenhouse [...] different types of products are covered, as well as preparing for application and troubleshooting. It’s a highly informative treatment of a topic of great importance