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

  February 20, 2025

  Cost-saving advantages of biocontrol Cost savings through reduced chemical usage One of biocontrol's most immediate cost-saving benefits is reducing chemical pesticide [...] chemical pesticides. Avoiding resistance means fewer resources spent on developing and purchasing new chemical products, which further enhances cost savings

• Sportnem-T

  bacteria convert the host tissue into a food source, on which nematodes feed, develop, and reproduce inside the host. This kills the pest within a few hours to [...] two applications are required. 2.5 bilion (10x250 milion) SPORTNEM-T Dose One box for at least 5000 litres of liquid Area to be treated 1 hectare Jan Feb

• Neoseiulus cucumeris

  second instar larvae, and smaller thrips species more easily than larger ones. Thus, Neoseiulus cucumeris preys almost exclusively on first instar larvae [...] as the eggs, and are only slightly larger. They do not need to feed to develop into a protonymph. The nymphs are larger than the larvae, have eight legs

• Amblydromalus limonicus

  (L2) thrips larvae Demonstrates exceptional reproductive capacity Delivers one of the highest predation rates among predatory mites Shows promising potential [...] Amblydromalus limonicus have to feed. If they do not have access to food, they develop very slowly and the mortality is high. The nymphs are larger than the larvae

• Protected vegetables

  judicious use of compatible pesticides when necessary. Emphasizing Sustainability One of the fundamental principles of IPM is its commitment to sustainability. [...] of pests. IPM's diversified approach reduces the likelihood of pests developing resistance, ensuring its long-term effectiveness. Improved crop quality [...] pollinators. Faster Fruit Maturation: Bumblebees facilitate quicker fruit development due to their efficient pollination techniques. Enhanced Crop Consistency:

• Protect Poinsettias From Whiteflies

  April 14, 2025

  inputs to shipping in November. Poinsettia crops start when whiteflies develop the fastest, and just a few pests can turn into hundreds of thousands by [...] crops including poinsettias. This is a look into why they use Isarid ™ as one of their foundation products to provide pest prevention for a wide range of

• The Pest is Gone, but What Happened to the Good Guys?

  August 18, 2021

  crop before the pest arrives. This is absolutely essential for pests that develop at lightning speed. This strategy can be used for predatory bugs and predatory [...] on pollen, for example. But without their protein-rich snacks, their development is much slower than when they have an unlimited supply of their favorite [...] , the difference can be as much as a factor of ten! To stimulate the development of predatory bugs and mites, we feed them with prey mites or moth eggs

• Perfect Potted Hydrangeas for Super-Strict Customers

  December 6, 2019

  Portugal, there is a propagation period. Then, when the shoots and buds have developed sufficiently, the topped plants have to spend at least 1000 hours in a [...] tarsonemid mites , a helping hand. This supplementary feed is usually given after one and two weeks using the Airobug from Koppert. "This way we have a number of

• Increase in Thrips Infestation Demands More R&D

  December 4, 2019

  immediately available for all species of thrips in all types of crop." Developments in the Netherlands are replicated elsewhere. The situation varies between [...] thrips), which caused the most damage. "In a major crop like onions, thrips are one of the biggest problems," explains Frank. "Around the world, we’re seeing

• Nodokare__container___carton__v1.1_24.02.02_B.pdf

  seaweed, NodoKare is designed to promote vegetative growth, enhance root development, and improve crop resilience to abiotic stress. Ideal for use in broadacre [...] quality, improve overall plant nutrition, improve plant establishment and development, improve plant vigor, and maximize crop potential during periods of stress [...] after the system is fully pressurized, inject finished solution for at least one hour and follow with clean water for at least two hours. Avoid heavy irrigations