• When it comes to whitefly, misfortune never comes alone

  December 13, 2022

  resilience. While the plant may look healthy on the outside, the nitrogen is actually hard at work inflating its cells, weakening the plant and creating [...] what? The Spread of Whitefly What is Biological Control? A pest like whitefly has a direct impact on the resilience of a crop. It's not just the pest's [...] pest's feeding on the crop that is harmful; whitefly also poses a risk of virus transmission. Worse still is the likelihood that other diseases and pests will

• Very few greenhouse crops are safe from whitefly

  July 19, 2022

  whitefly. The problem inside the greenhouse is more acute than outside, as temperatures inside tend to be higher. This stimulates the development of the infestation [...] mean that the whitefly will not see the tomato as a ‘tasty snack’. Recommended for you Why Is Thrips parvispinus Changing the Rules of the Game? Thrips [...] problems often have company The advantages of Trianum What is Biological Control? At a Glance: Allies in the Fight Against Whitefly The Spread of Whitefly Effective

• Help, whitefly! Now what?

  June 2, 2022

  What are the options? When should I do what? Determine the strategy that you intend to follow and stick to it. Scout the crop thoroughly. Is the infestation [...] advice on the steps that you should take. Recommended for you Why Is Thrips parvispinus Changing the Rules of the Game? Thrips parvispinus: The Tiny Pest [...] spread throughout the crop? To choose an effective control method, you first need to know the scope of the attack. Don’t underestimate the problem – whitefly

• Fusarium spp.

  This species is the only Fusarium that actually grows inside the vascular system of the host plant and spreads upwards inside the plants. The other species [...] Fusarium wilt ) is the species that causes vascular wilt. Initially, the leaves turn yellow and wilt, mostly on one side of the plant. Finally, the whole plant [...] upwards. At the same time, the plant produces gum as a defence mechanism to stop the fungus from spreading. This gum blocks the xylem and causes the wilting

• Spical predatory mite: a true all-rounder

  December 13, 2022

  But there is hope: the mite's natural enemy, the predatory mite in Spical , is also at home in just about every crop. Neoseiulus californicus is only ineffective [...] right for you Don't forget: IPM is not a one-size-fits-all solution. It depends on the crop, the climate, the region, and the expected diseases and pests. [...] more effectively you can tackle it. The following is an overview of the key facts about the spider mite. Spider mite isn't a picky eater – it's found in almost

• Long Lasting Protection From Thrips and Whitefly

  July 11, 2018

  Swirski-Mite LD Thanks to the combination of the doubled number of predatory mites emerging from the sachet AND the fact that the product is active for two weeks [...] Strategies Are No Longer Enough Why Is Thrips parvispinus Changing the Rules of the Game? Thrips parvispinus: The Tiny Pest Growers Can't Afford to Ignore [...] Predatory Mites The same sachet size but with twice as many predatory mites : is it possible? Yes, with Swirski-Mite LD . A simple way to double the number of

• Thripex-V

  bran. Application Turn and shake the bottle or bucket gently before use Bottle: Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Bucket: Use a spoon to [...] should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first pest mites are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically [...] material on leaves or put small heaps on rockwool slabs Make sure the material remains on the introduction site for at least a few hours after introduction

• Ten facts about Spical

  August 3, 2022

  tackle it. The following is an overview of the key facts about the spider mite. The predatory mite Neoseiulus californicus in Spical is one of the old hands [...] scatter the mites from the bottle or disperse them using a blower. You can hang the slow-release sachets in the crop. For a number of weeks, the mites from [...] persimilis, is a powerful natural enemy of the spider mite. At least, it can be. The result that you get largely depends on how you use Spidex. Take the following

• Properly scouting for spider mite helps to avoid surprises

  July 5, 2022

  persimilis, is a powerful natural enemy of the spider mite. At least, it can be. The result that you get largely depends on how you use Spidex. Take the following [...] are the areas where the conditions are ideal for spider mite, often drier and warmer spots. Spotting a spider mite attack is not complicated. The webs [...] spots, such as the frame of the greenhouse, and will seem to have disappeared. At this point, it’s essential that the spider mite is under control. Additional

• Botrytis problems often have company

  December 20, 2021

  What is Biological Control? Condition of the Crop the best Indicator of the Effect of Trianum Aphids and How to Protect Your Crop Insight to the Production [...] Botrytis: ten must-knows Botrytis is an above-ground fungus, and there are many species. The fungus is found all over the world and can infect a wide variety [...] Strategies Are No Longer Enough Why Is Thrips parvispinus Changing the Rules of the Game? Thrips parvispinus: The Tiny Pest Growers Can't Afford to Ignore