• Corn earworm

  ears of corn. The larvae feed on the hairs of the young corn and on the young kernels at the tip of the cob. During the third instar, the larvae turn c [...] makes it necessary to open the crop to detect the pest. Life cycle and appearance of the corn earworm The eggs of corn earworm are a milky-white colour, which [...] Overview The corn earworm is a major pest affecting over 100 crops, of which the most prominent varieties are corn, sorghum, cotton, aubergine, pepper

• Pollination

  improve the quality and shelf-life of these products. Pollination is the transfer of pollen from the anthers of the flower to the stigma of the flower. [...] If the pollen is transferred from anther to stigma on the same flower it is called self-pollination. Cross pollination, is the transfer of pollen from [...] from the anther of one flower to the stigma of another flower on the same plant or on another plant. Many flowers require insects such as bumblebees or flies

• Top Reasons for Using Bumblebees

  August 18, 2021

  earlier in the morning and later into the evening hours. Bumblebees work better in tunnels, as they have a better sense of direction. Bumblebees are safer for [...] Pollinator Bumblebees are active at temperatures near 40°F (5°C), honey­bees become active at temperatures near 60-65°F (15-18°C). Bumblebees are active on cloudy [...] before it is fully pollinated. Bumblebees lack the sophisticated communication system of honeybees, and are less likely to leave your crop for more attractive

• Mealybugs and scales

  which, as well as the white, waxy secretion of the mealybugs, reduces the ornamental value of the affected plants. Fruit and flowers are also fouled, rendering [...] is mainly the great quantity of honey-dew that causes the damage because of the sooty mould that grows on it. Ants are also attracted by the honeydew. [...] important families within the superfamily Coccoidea. This superfamily belongs to the order Hemiptera (the true bugs ). Coccoidea are at first sight barely

• Steinernema carpocapsae

  ultimately killing the host within a few days. The nematodes then feed and reproduce within the cadaver of the dead host, resulting in the emergence of a new [...] nematodes penetrate the pest's body through natural openings. Once inside the pest, the nematodes release symbiotic bacteria, typically of the genus Xenorhabdus [...] Distribute the spraying solution evenly over the soil/medium surface Application through irrigation systems: Pressure-compensated irrigation systems are recommended

• Why Isarid is a grower-approved ally against pests in ornamentals

  August 31, 2022

  IPM program are the resources that come along when purchasing Koppert's products: 'The side effects app is very helpful when considering what to spray that [...] contributed to the success of Green Valley Greenhouse IPM program are the resources that come along when purchasing Koppert's products: 'The side effects [...] challenges The company added Isaria fumosorosea, the active ingredient of Isarid , into its Integrated Pest Management program three years ago. What started

• Koppert Collaborates with Valto to Control Harmful Tomato Virus

  October 10, 2018

  access to tomato growers around the world. The two innovative biological solutions producers are located in the heart of the Dutch fruit and vegetable growing [...] protects a substantial percentage of the total production of tomatoes in the Netherlands. ‘V10 has proved its worth during the course of several efficiency trials [...] were needed for the full European registration dossier. The two low risk active ingredients and the product V10 have been approved by the Dutch registration

• Natutec Drone Release System

  Mode of action The Natutec Drone Release System contains a reservoir which can be filled with the product to be released. Flight parameters are set depending [...] creating the flight pattern the drone starts its flight to apply natural enemies fully autonomously, with a performance of 8 hectares per hour (measured

• Grapevine powdery mildew

  exhibit stunted growth and poor fruit set. During berry development, the pathogen colonizes the epidermis, causing the skin to lose elasticity. This frequently [...] early berry development. As the season concludes, the fungus forms chasmothecia to ensure its survival through the winter. Given the polycyclic nature, preventive [...] Symptoms of grapevine powdery mildew vary according to the phenological growth stage and the severity of the infection. Early signs manifest as chlorotic (pale

• Perfect Potted Hydrangeas for Super-Strict Customers

  December 6, 2019

  Stratiolaelaps scimitus products are also used at the start. An astonishing result The approach is virtually the same in the propagation phase, except that [...] possible. The most troublesome pests in Van Geest’s potted hydrangeas are thrips , aphids , and spider mites . Thrips are tackled once at the start of [...] astonished by the result." For Pieter, the greatest threat is not in the shrinking number of pest control products or more stringent rules, but in the lack of