How beneficial nematodes control onion fly

larvae of the onion fly can cause significant damage to the roots and bulbs of onions and related plants, sometimes even killing seedlings. To combat this [...] proactive and effective due to the rapid onset of damage. Effective control with Capirel After Michiel witnessed the success of biological control with beneficial [...] death of the pest within a short period. Additionally, Capirel is easy to apply, it can be sprayed or injected via irrigation, offering flexibility to fit

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Downy mildew of Cucurbits

Because there are more stomata on the underside of the leaf, this is where most fluffy symptoms are found. How to prevent Downey mildew Choose resistant cultivars [...] On the underside of the leave fluffy growth appears which is first white and later turns grey-brown. This is actually the sporulation of the pathogens extruding [...] stomata. Life cycle and appearance of Downy mildew Pathogens causing downy mildew are not fungi but Oomycetes and related to Pythium and Phytophthora. They

Black leg of seedlings

easy stripping of the skin from the root cortex with a finger nail. Life cycle and appearance of Black leg of seedlings Pythium belongs to the Oomycetes [...] substrate in the absence of plants. Many species are entirely saprophytic, so these do not harm plants. How to prevent Black leg of seedlings Use resistant [...] flagellae, which enable the spores to move through water. The zoospores are chemically drawn to the growing roots of young plants and move towards them

Bacterial canker of tomato

only occurs in the second half of the season. The first symptoms are wilting of the lower leaves and subsequent expansion of the wilt upwards. Cutting the [...] tubers can infect healthy tubers during post-harvest storage. How to prevent Bacterial canker of tomato Use clean propagation material: Use only tested and [...] rotation in field crops of at least two years and alternate with a non-host crop Apply deep-ploughing to stimulate the decay of crop residues Prevent plant

Optimal placement of bumblebee hives

can be taken to increase the productivity of bumblebees: To ensure successful communication between bumblebees and humans, it is crucial to position the [...] During these seasons, it is advisable to position the hives at a height of 20 – 60 cm above the ground on the south side of the path. This location ensures that [...] the crop, with a maximum of two hives grouped together. Protection of the hive To maintain hive efficiency, it is crucial to shield the hives from adverse

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Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

been released and they get right down to doing their job.’ A tense moment Sjaak van Dijk switched over to Spidex Vital at the start of February. ‘I have three [...] problems in cucumbers. The ability of Spidex Vital to tackle spider mites and hot-spots effectively brings a sense of calm to the farm.’ He states that the [...] the full potential to develop into a game changer in spider mite control. It changes the rules of the game and is even more in control of spider mites . And

Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

once. When a honeybee tries to withdraw its stinger, it tears loose from the abdomen, taking the venom gland with it. How to prevent bumblebee stings? [...] sting leads to a non-allergic , local reaction: swelling, itchiness and redness at the site of the sting. This may last for only a couple of hours. Further [...] hyperventilation, perhaps because of shock, may also cause loss of consciousness. In such cases it is also necessary to call the emergency medical services

Poinsettia Cultivation Has To Apply IPM