• Want to Tackle Diseases and Pests in Roses?

  July 14, 2020

  Aphids The good news is that aphids have all sorts of natural enemies. The best strategy for you to use depends on the type of aphid you encounter. The options [...] out pheromone traps to attract the male butterflies. The damage is caused not by the butterflies, however, but by the caterpillars. These can be tackled [...] you need to catch early . Caterpillars In order to know the type of butterfly you are dealing with when faced with caterpillars , it is useful to set out

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

  January 14, 2025

  during the introduction and rollout.’ Making biocontrol the norm In the Netherlands, the use of biocontrol has become the norm when it comes to cultivating [...] them is the severe reduction in the use of chemical agents. In fact, a lot of them are going to disappear over the next three to five years due to more stringent [...] passionately supported growers in transitioning to biological solutions and vows to continue this mission for the rest of her life. Growing up in a farming family

• HyFood takes habanero to another level with biological control

  facilitated the protection of their crops without the use of agrochemicals and has allowed them to comply with the legal framework for entry into the U.S. market [...] Koppert... at the beginning of the establishment of the biological control tools, their consultants showed us the range of possibilities they had to establish [...] One of the key factors for the successful implementation of the biological control program was the training of personnel in pest monitoring and the release

• La Hacienda Fresh increases crop profitability thanks to biological control

  pest control has helped us to have a better yield by lengthening the harvest weeks. We have managed to reach 42 weeks thanks to the fact that agrochemical [...] hand in hand with the consultant to be able to release in a timely manner... we have seen the impact reflected in a safe environment for the worker and a better [...] longer shelf life, but also in the number of productive weeks and, therefore, in the profitability of the business. The implementation of a biological

• Top Reasons to Use Biological Control in Berries

  August 18, 2021

  eliminating the mite population quickly and effectively even in areas that chemicals are unable to reach. Resistance Management Biological control helps to avoid [...] Food Safety Fewer pesticide applications delivers a cleaner, safer berry to the final consumer. Worker Safety 100% safe for employees and customers. Crop [...] where few miticides are currently available. Cost The cost of biological control per season is comparable to and often lower than chemical control. Eco-friendly

• When it comes to whitefly, misfortune never comes alone

  December 13, 2022

  attack by a pest like whitefly will undermine the crop. The extent will depend on the species and variety, but the fact remains that a plant that has been attacked [...] look healthy on the outside, the nitrogen is actually hard at work inflating its cells, weakening the plant and creating an 'obese plant.' The result will [...] pest like whitefly has a direct impact on the resilience of a crop. It's not just the pest's feeding on the crop that is harmful; whitefly also poses a

• Less use of chemical pesticides due to Natutec Scout

  Volgering. "Upon inputting all the data into the app, it seamlessly syncs with the computer," the Scout elaborates. "The data is then organized into graphs. This [...] option to manually count and enter the quantities of thrips or whitefly , or opt for automatic counting by scanning the sticky trap," according to Volgering [...] feature, wherein colors on the company's map indicate the severity of the pest pressure. This feature swiftly and clearly illuminates the path towards optimal

• A Hybrid Approach to IPM by Jeremy Webber in GrowerTalks Biosolutions Guide 2025

  April 22, 2025

  GrowerTalks implemented the Biosolutions Guide to shine a light on what they consider to be one of the most dynamic discussions within the horticultural industry [...] has asked industry leaders in the biosolutions space to discuss what’s new and, more importantly, what growers need to know to achieve success with products [...] constantly challenging the industry to consider new ways to implement bio-based strategies with the end goal of sending amazing quality to market. GrowerTalks

• Properly scouting for spider mite helps to avoid surprises

  July 5, 2022

  little use, as the mites are not attracted to them. Even if there’s a contamination hotspot in the crop, you’re unlikely to find anything on the sticky traps [...] crawl off to untraceable spots, such as the frame of the greenhouse, and will seem to have disappeared. At this point, it’s essential that the spider mite [...] really – the mites don’t fly. To uncover this pest, it’s important to make regular checks of your crop. A good guideline is a weekly check of the entire

• Windset Farms® Partners with Koppert to Showcase Sustainable Pest Management Practices

  September 10, 2025

  continues to rise, WINDSET FARMS® has partnered with Koppert Biological Systems to launch an engaging digital campaign that takes consumers behind the scenes [...] consumers into the world of sustainable greenhouse growing while demonstrating how natural solutions protect crops and reduce environmental impact. The whole series [...] practices, with a focus on the beneficial insects utilized in Windset’s Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program. By featuring the expertise of Windset’s IPM