• Amblydromalus limonicus

  whitefly eggs (less than 24 hours old, white in colour) are a much better prey than older whitefly eggs (more than 24 hours old, brown in colour). At 25°C under [...] and does not build up a population. How to use Amblydromalus limonicus The predatory mite Amblydromalus limonicus is available in a bottle ( Limonica ). [...] offering a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative to chemical pesticides. Amblydromalus limonicus is valued for its effectiveness at relatively

• Caterpillar control with nematodes

  circumstances at spraying, spraying technique and caterpillar species, an efficacy of 50 to 80% can be achieved. Download brochure Nematode products to control [...] 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 [...] nematodes are also very effective on foliage-feeding pests. A fact that offers growers many new opportunities the biological control of caterpillars . Our

• RedStar places trust in Natutec Scout

  developing.’ At RedStar, Jan van Nieuwkerk is responsible for plant protection at the company's six locations in Voorne-Putten. In total, this amounts to a 28-hectare [...] asked him to test a number of improvements and report back on his findings. The scan function made more powerful This testing is ongoing at RedStar, but [...] but Jan now has a clear conclusion about the new version: it is a significant improvement. First of all, the scanning function was made much more powerful

• Knowing & recognizing

  Koppert - A knowledge company The use of biological control is not a simple process, it has become a complex system in which many aspects need to be considered [...] microorganisms have led to new practical solutions for growers. This updated edition of Knowing and recognizing also includes new biopesticides and biostimulants [...] with the necessary information to understand the interaction between pests, diseases and their natural enemies. It explains how they spread in the crop, the

• Designed with growers in mind

  February 22, 2023

  Our new branding: inspired by nature Integrated crop management: the key to sustainable business operations IPM: The Path to a Successful Approach The [...] by additional product ranges each month. The new product branding is more than a refresh. We've developed a recognizable look and feel across the entire [...] demonstrate the required storage conditions, a recycling icon was added to the design. This icon shows how to safely recycle our packaging, supporting s

• Sized for Success: Introducing the 125k Entomite-M for Cost-Efficient IPM!

  November 30, 2023

  excited to grow the family and add on a new size – 125,000! While we could have just made a bigger container and pumped up the numbers, we went back to the [...] our predator to carrier material volume vs. the 50k by 2.5x, and you'll see a decent chunk less in freight charges there. Additionally, the new formulation [...] Flower Thrips can establish a beachhead. Also – keep moisture in mind with respect to how long they'll last in your growing medium. At the end of the day, they

• Integrated Pest Management

  often referred to as IPM, is a sustainable and environmentally responsible approach to pest management. It employs a combination of strategies to prevent and [...] incorporates the principles mentioned above. It's a dynamic approach that adapts to changing conditions and new information. Integrated Pest Management in a [...] an effective way to control pests without resorting to chemicals. Mass trapping techniques like Rollertraps or Horiver contribute to control of the flying

• Very few greenhouse crops are safe from whitefly

  July 19, 2022

  much better on gerbera than on roses. It certainly has its preferences. This is partly due to the fact that some plants offer a better food supply for [...] insects find difficult to cope with. In other words, tomato plants have better defense mechanisms to guard against ‘intruders’ than other vegetable crops [...] How to control whitefly? Help, whitefly! Now what? The Spread of Whitefly Swirski-Mite: First Aid for Problems with Thrips and Whitefly The Benefits of

• Beneficial nematodes

  much less than a millimeter, play a crucial role in the biological control of agricultural pests. Despite their tiny size, these nematodes have had a significant [...] no residue How do nematodes work? Beneficial nematodes use a fascinating strategy for parasitizing and killing their host insects. Here's how they work: [...] bacteria, thousands of new nematodes emerge from the dead insect's body. These newly emerged nematodes are now ready to seek out new hosts and continue the

• Lesser house fly

  remain in flight as they wait to be visited by an unmated female. Female flies are less active and tend to remain close to breeding sites, where they deposit [...] cause any direct damage to animals or buildings, they are considered a serious pest because: The males form swarms above the ground at head height inside barns [...] batches of up to 100 on animal feces, moist organic matter or carrion. The brown larvae that emerge after a few days are typically flattened, with a fringe of