• Predatory mites

  are similar to the adults in appearance, but smaller in size. Predatory mites are typically measuring only a millimeter in length. Their bodies are often [...] Predatory mites are beneficial arthropods used in pest control to manage and reduce populations of harmful pests in various agricultural and horticultural settings [...] to chemical pesticides. Koppert is the pioneer in the development of predatory mite solutions, starting in 1967 with the rearing of the predatory mite P

• Gummy stem blight

  days after opening in areas suspected of disease (only feasible in high-wire crops) Pick and remove dead and diseased leaves Prevent plant diseases by optimizing [...] (Didymella bryoniae) is a fungal plant pathogen that causes gummy stem blight. Damage symptoms Mycosphaerella cucumis in cucumber causes brown lesions on [...] Remove all pots and plant parts from previous crop that may serve as inoculum source for the new crop prevent condensation on all plant parts at all times

• Open field pollination

  Pollination plays a pivotal role in the formation of fruits and seeds. In the context of open field crop cultivation, effective pollination is key to bountiful [...] enable the cross-pollination of plants, increasing genetic diversity, and promoting robust crop growth. Bumblebees in particular are nature’s best pollinators [...] growers a flying start to optimal pollination. Advantages of bumblebees in open field In the realm of outdoor crop pollination , both honeybees and bumblebees

• Downy mildew of Cucurbits

  structures in which zoospores are produced. However, in downy mildews, sporangia often germinate directly and the germ tubes infect the plants either through [...] climate in greenhouses. Use hygiene measures. Start clean, remove crop residues and prevent splashing water. Prevent plant diseases by optimizing plant potential [...] required. Inside the plant, the pathogens produce haustoria, small organs with which the pathogen can take up nutrients from the living plant cells. The pathogens

• Integrated Pest Management

  practices that deter pests from infesting in the first place. Monitoring Regular monitoring of pest populations helps in making informed decisions about control [...] conditions and new information. Integrated Pest Management in agriculture Integrated Pest Management in agriculture is crucial for sustainable farming. It reduces [...] approach is not just about eliminating pests; it's about achieving a balance in the ecosystem. The principles of IPM Prevention IPM focuses on prevention

• Grape downy mildew

  compounds involved in microbial interactions. When used as a lysate, these compounds support plant protection by acting both on the plant surface and by [...] primarily as oospores in fallen leaf litter, though in milder climates it can also persist as mycelium within infected buds and canes. In spring, oospore g [...] mildew, caused by Plasmopara viticola , is one of the most important diseases in wine and table grape production worldwide. The disease spreads rapidly under

• Tropicals

  of ‘Tropical Plants’, are plants that grow naturally in a tropical climate. Tropical plant is a typical north American term, whereas in other countries [...] countries this group of plants is often referred to as ‘Green Potted Plants’. In colder climates north of the equator, tropical plants are often grown as houseplants [...] Tropical plants also come in both blooming and foliage plants. Bromeliads, palms, and orchids are considered tropical plants. Contrary to what most people

• Spider mites and other mites

  where they feed on the plant's sap. The damage caused by plant mites can result in discolored or speckled leaves, stunted growth, and in severe cases, leaf [...] Learn more about What are mites? Plant mites are a diverse group of small arthropods that feed on plant sap. They are found in a wide variety of habitats, from [...] phoenicis ) Each species of plant mite has its own unique characteristics and feeding habits. Plant mites generally thrive in warm and dry conditions, which

• Trianum-P 5kg Label

  transplants in a suspension of 1.0-3.0 lbs of Trianum-P in 20 gal of water. Plant treated cuttings, bulbs or transplants in potting mix or soil in the usual [...] propagative material, or to soil or planting mixes, grows onto plant roots as they develop and provides protection against plant root pathogens including Pythium [...] and nematicide* is for use in soil applications (drench, in soil furrow, potting soil and broadcast), and seed treatments in or on all raw agricultural

• Trianum-P 500g Label

  transplants in a suspension of 1.0-3.0 lbs of Trianum-P in 20 gal of water. Plant treated cuttings, bulbs or transplants in potting mix or soil in the usual [...] propagative material, or to soil or planting mixes, grows onto plant roots as they develop and provides protection against plant root pathogens including Pythium [...] and nematicide* is for use in soil applications (drench, in soil furrow, potting soil and broadcast), and seed treatments in or on all raw agricultural