Open field pollination

reliable pollinators. Their foraging activities enable the cross-pollination of plants, increasing genetic diversity, and promoting robust crop growth. Bumblebees [...] outdoor crops is vital for ensuring abundant yields and healthy, thriving plants. Our advice is designed to empower growers like you with valuable insights

Consumers

little tomato reaches your plate, it has already had a very long journey. The plant first has to form fruit before the tomato can actually start to grow. In [...] bacteria and fungi form a third pillar for the sustainable production of plants and crops. Even though they cannot be seen with the naked eye, these products

Integrated Pest Management

crops throughout their growth cycle. This involves a close inspection of plants for signs of pests and diseases. This practice proves invaluable for early [...] pesticides. Additionally, maintaining healthy soil or substrate promotes strong plant growth, making them less susceptible to pests. This not only includes the

Rhyzobug

Rhyzobug in the evening. Open the cap and tap the beetles directly on the plants. Be aware that adults may not fly away immediately after release. Dosage

Steinernema carpocapsae

Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes are often applied to the soil or sprayed onto plant foliage as a biological control method, offering a natural and environmentally [...] through a process called parasitism. When applied to the soil or sprayed onto plant foliage, these microscopic roundworms actively seek out their target pests

Phytoseiulus persimilis

volatiles emitted by damaged plants. Phytoseiid mites have no eyes and therefore rely on volatiles released by damaged plants and their tactile sense to [...] adult, except for the resting period in the larval and nymphal stages. On plants, the oval eggs are usually deposited close to, or in a spider mite colony

Predatory insects

effectiveness as biological control agents. Female gall midges lay their eggs on plant leaves, and when the larvae hatch, they feed on aphids. Gall midges are [...] reducing aphid populations, gall midges contribute to the overall health of plants and help maintain a balanced ecosystem without the need for chemical pesticides

Eggjuvant

Eggjuvant helps eggs adhere onto plant surfaces and allows emerging larvae to hatch closer to their food source. Availability Eggjuvant is registered for

Effective thrips control with predatory mites

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 and product [...] thrive in greenhouses and covered production environments. They puncture plant tissues to feed on cell contents, leading to scarring, deformed growth, and

Encarsia formosa

Suspend the cards in the crop, if possible approximately 75 cm under the plant head Avoid to hang cards at places exposed to direct sunlight The dosage [...] to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively soon after planting of the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 1-10 per m 2 /release