• Advanced biocontrol of spider mite with Spidex Vital

  February 3, 2021

  of the predatory mites covered a greater distance over a longer period as adults were followed up by growing nymphs in an ever-growing population. Born [...] Systems by the company’s founder, Jan Koppert. The eventual product, Spidex, became the foundation of what is now a leading international force in biocontrol [...] more info on Spidex Vital Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control A true pioneer in the biocontrol of spider mite, Koppert Biological Systems

• La Hacienda Fresh increases crop profitability thanks to biological control

  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 quality of fruit for export [...] export, since it is produced in safer conditions." Importance of bell pepper cultivation in Mexico The profitability of a crop is based on the quantity [...] also in the number of productive weeks and, therefore, in the profitability of the business. The implementation of a biological control program is one of

• Caterpillars

  be eaten by larger caterpillars. Some species mine in leaves or bore holes into fruit or stems, making them difficult to detect and control. In addition [...] most harmful caterpillars that occur in greenhouses belong to the Noctuidae (the noctuid or owl moths), which is the largest of all lepidopteran families [...] The caterpillars mostly pupate in the ground. Another family containing several species that damage greenhouse crops is the leafroller family, the Tortricidae

• Protected vegetables

  pesticides, there's a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative known as biological pest control . Biological control, or biocontrol, is a natural approach [...] overview Disease control in vegetable crops Controlling diseases in vegetable crops is essential for maintaining crop health and ensuring a successful harvest [...] traps ( Horiver ) play a crucial role in monitoring and scouting for plant pests in agriculture and horticulture. Rollertraps are used in case large numbers

• Ten facts about Fusarium

  December 9, 2021

  crops. If a crop is weak, damaged, or under stress this increases its risk of being infected by Fusarium . Infection by Fusarium results in wilting and [...] which all specialize in one or just a few crops. This species of Fusarium grows inside the plant vessels resulting in the wilting that is characteristic of [...] effectively controls Pythium in cucumber Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision

• Thrips

  presence in the crop. At a later stage, the empty cells become desiccated and the adjacent cells turn brown. The vigour of the plant is also reduced by loss [...] larval instars, a pre-pupa and a pupal instar, and finally the adult insect. The eggs are kidney-shaped and have a white or yellow shell. Before a female deposits [...] help keep thrips populations in check. Predatory mites in sachets can be a good preventive measure as the sachets enable a continuous supply of predatory

• Spot the caterpillar!

  June 28, 2023

  very uniform in appearance and behavior, but they vary in size. The smallest moth has a wingspan of only one and a half to two millimeters, while the largest [...] made a helpful list for you. Caterpillars are the larvae of butterflies and moths, and there are as many as 150,000 species worldwide. The group is very [...] egg deposited on the plant by the butterfly or moth. Caterpillars can be recognized not only by their appearance but also by the damage they cause or the

• Embracing sustainability brings value

  July 17, 2024

  solely economic but also rooted in a broader mission and vision of the company. ‘Sustainability is not just a strategy but a fundamental aspect of our existence [...] asked which one is closest to his heart, Maes responded, ‘Biodiversity is a fundamental aspect of sustainability, but it’s becoming a buzzword these days [...] In a world where the health of people and the planet are increasingly intertwined, the role of agriculture is paramount. It's not merely about producing

• Biofungicide that gives soil-borne diseases no chance!

  January 21, 2021

  Trianum-P is a water dispersible granule (WDG) formulation for spray application and for use in overhead and drip irrigation systems. There is also a granular [...] T-22 Tomato Disease Top 10 Topped by mildew and Botrytis A healthy plant starts with a healthy root system Trianum is a biological fungicide product that [...] healthily, resulting in increased uniformity and reduced wastage from sub-standard plants. The unique mode of action means there is no chance of pathogens

• Plant Pollinator interactions in high temperatures

  greenhouse, even if pollination occurs by hand. A humidity of 85% is fine for pollination in a semi-closed greenhouse, while a humidity of more than 80% starts [...] 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 in figure [...] the humidity is too low or radiation is too high. strong, and the climate in the greenhouse is consistent. No easy feat, but the payback is more than worth