Trial results onion fly and bean seed fly

dies within a few days. The nematodes that emerge then start their search for a new host. Unique Formulation Soluble, biodegradable, and a long shelf life [...] Alternative chemical program A Alternative chemical program B Capirel: 5 billion/ha - 2 applications 7 days apart, starting 7 days from first flies detection [...] control of many pests. Meet Frank Keijzer, the owner of a 57-hectare organic arable farm and is growing a wide variety of crops, including onions, carrots, sweetcorn

How to protect bumblebees in cold

behavior of bumblebees: 8-11 °C: Bumblebees will start foraging, actively pollinating your crops < 0 °C: When it's extremely cold, all bumblebees will remain [...] When temperatures drop during the winter months, bumblebees face challenges in surviving the cold conditions to maintain their productivity. We understand [...] either by ventilating during warmer temperatures or incubating the brood when it gets colder. Balancing pollination activity and climate To achieve the

Caterpillar control with nematodes

caterpillar which dies within a few days. When applied correctly, beneficial nematodes significantly reduce pest pressure, resulting in a healthier crop and higher [...] tly effective against a variety of caterpillars . It also shows that while nematodes move most efficiently in a liquid layer, a dry leaf surface does not [...] conventional pesticides and even pesticide resistance, growers rely on nematodes as a permanent solution for biological crop protection . Beneficial nematodes

Outdoor crops pollination advice

area 4-7 days before the flowering period begins. The bees will start pollinating as soon as the flowers open. Ensure that the hive is positioned in the crop [...] by placing the hive on a crate or stack of stones. Additionally, remove any flowering weeds in and around the pollination area, as bumblebees may visit them [...] placing it in a sheltered spot or securing it in place with weights or other stabilizing measures. Chemical compatibility Exercise caution when using pesticides

Amblydromalus limonicus

that even at temperatures as low as 14 °C, it maintains high egg-laying and predation rates. Under fluctuating conditions, such as 16 hours at 16 °C and 8 [...] density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first pests are detected in the crop. Introduction rates [...] Amblydromalus limonicus is a species of predatory mite known for its role in biological pest control . Amblydromalus limonicus is a natural enemy of various

Southern European marshland pyralid

fovealis) is a polyphagous species feeding on a wide range of hosts from 38 plant families. They include ornamental crop plants, such as roses and gerbera [...] the lower strata of the crop, sometimes attacking the stem of the plant as well as the leaves. Late instar larvae burrow into soft woody or herbaceous plant [...] which occurs about a week later, the young larva is visible within the egg. The full-grown caterpillars are 20 to 30 mm long and have a creamy white colour

Target pests of beneficial nematodes in Top Fruits

can be used to tackle a broad spectrum of pests in top and stone fruits, like apples and peaches, potatoes, and outdoor vegetables as onions, asparagus, and [...] are compatible with a lot of insecticides, fungicides, herbicides and even nematicides, meaning they don’t lose their efficacy, when used complementary [...] Beneficial nematodes in Top Fruits Top Fruits Crop Apples / Pears When to apply Where to apply Targeted pest instar(s) Cydia pomonella Autumn/Spring

Casea

solution as soon as it is prepared and within a short timeframe. Do not store mixed suspensions How to Use Beneficial Nematodes in Outdoor Crops: A Step-by-Step [...] half-filled spray tank (except when tank mixing with a compatible product) Maintain agitation of mixture in the tank (e.g. with a recirculation pump) Fill the [...] Nematodes can be applied using an airblast sprayer, a vehicle-mounted spray unit, a backpack sprayer or through a sprinkler system To avoid blockage, all filters

Open field pollination

and fruit set only lasts a few weeks. During this crucial time, efficient and active pollinators, such as bumblebees, are a must. The best pollination [...] transfer up to 2,7 times more pollen than honeybees to give growers a flying start to optimal pollination. Advantages of bumblebees in open field In the [...] active across a broader range of temperatures, making them particularly effective pollinators even during cool and wet weather conditions when honeybees may

Target pests of beneficial nematodes in Soft Fruits

can be used to tackle a broad spectrum of pests in top and stone fruits, like apples and peaches, potatoes, and outdoor vegetables as onions, asparagus, and [...] are compatible with a lot of insecticides, fungicides, herbicides and even nematicides, meaning they don’t lose their efficacy, when used complementary [...] Grapevine Crop Blueberries, Strawberries, Raspberries, Grapevine Cranberry When to apply Where to apply Targeted pest instar(s) Dose Otiorhynchus sulcatus