• Citrus mealybug

  defoliation. The overall effect is a reduction of photosynthesis and therefore the yield. Flowers and fruit often drop off. Plant sap is rich in sugars, but low [...] filaments. Their sole task is to fertilize the females and as soon as a male emerges from its cocoon, it goes in search of a female. A fertilized female lays [...] development. After the second instar, a male nymph forms a dark brown ‘prepupa’ from which a pupa rapidly develops, inside a white cottony cocoon. Females undergo

• Lily

  About Lilium is a genus of herbaceous flowering plants. Most lily species originate from temperate regions in the northern hemisphere, but they also grow [...] bulbs and all varieties have large, attractive and often fragrant flowers. These flowers come in various colours such as white, yellow, pink, orange, red

• Open field pollination

  early risers, is recommended. Natupol Booster is developed for crops with a short (one to four weeks) intensive blossom period and which produce a lot of nectar [...] nectar. For early blossoming crops Tripol with extra insulation is a better choice. Long flowering crops These crops, such as apples, pears or avocados, cha [...] number colonies is the best choice for long flowering crops. Outdoor crops pollination advice Achieving optimal pollination in outdoor crops is vital for ensuring

• Ten facts about Fusarium

  December 9, 2021

  best Indicator of the Effect of Trianum Trianum's Seven Benefits Fusarium is a soil-borne fungus that manifests in many different ways. The symptoms of [...] compiled a list of ten facts about Fusarium that are important to know. There are many different species and varieties of Fusarium that affect a wide variety [...] variety of 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

• Effective thrips control with predatory mites

  predatory mites have a somewhat higher sensitivity to chemical pesticides. Transeius montdorensis The predatory mite Transeius montdorensis is a versatile predator [...] indirect damage to a wide range of crops. Their ability to reproduce rapidly, damage plant tissue, and spread viruses makes them a serious threat to yield [...] bottle, bulk, or sachets. Amblydromalus limonicus Amblydromalus limonicus is a generalist predatory mite feeding on thrips, whiteflies and other small insects

• Quad

  bumblebees including a queen, workers, brood and sugar water. Application Quad hives can be placed 4-7 days before the crop flowers Position the Quad hives [...] hives evenly througout the plot. The best position is on a horizontal platform just above the ground Wait at least for half an hour after placing the hives [...] per crop and depends on environmental conditions. Always consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best

• Top Reasons for Using Bumblebees

  April 25, 2018

  will allow a bumblebee to pollinate a flower in a single visit. A honeybee typically needs to visit a flower between 7-10 times, before it is fully pollinated [...] of up to 40mph (64km/hr). Bumblebees pollinate flowers through a method called “buzz- pollination ”, a rapid vibrating motion which releases large amounts [...] likely to leave your crop for more attractive flowers. Unlike honeybees, bumblebees are attracted to flowers with narrow corolla tubes, such as blueberries

• Outdoor crops pollination advice

  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 [...] the hive entrance is visible to both humans and bumblebees during the flowering period. You can achieve this by placing the hive on a crate or stack of [...] However, maintain a minimum distance of 100 meters between bumblebee and honeybee hives, keeping the honeybees out of sight. This precaution is necessary to

• Economical and Better Biocontrol of Aphids, Mealybugs and Echinothrips

  May 10, 2021

  product is supplied in a 6-litre bucket containing 10,000 larvae, the eggs are delivered in a 90 ml canister containing 100,000 eggs, so there is a huge gain [...] control: always a good idea Trianum can hold its ground Whitefly – small pest, big problem Thrips: a tiny pest with big consequences Trianum is a true all-rounder [...] has a very large army of biological control agents ready for action. Chrysopa-E eats all types of aphids , mealybugs and Echinothrips, so this is a natural

• Limonica Ulti-Mite: Cool by Nature. Tough on Pests

  What is Limonica Ulti-Mite? Limonica Ulti-Mite ( Amblydromalus limonicus ) is the first line of defense against emerging thrips species, including Scirtothrips [...] now What Makes This Beneficial Different? Limonica Ulti-Mite represents the next generation of biological control for thrips and whiteflies. It is a specialized [...] thousands of hours of research, and a lasting commitment to innovation. Together, they form a legacy that provides growers with a more effective, more reliable