IPM: The Answer to the Challenges of the Future

Caterpillars: a growth explosion in the life of butterflies and moths

Crop scouting

Benefits of crop scouting One of the key benefits of crop scouting is its ability to enable early detection and targeted intervention. By identifying problems [...] informed decisions based on real-time field data. By understanding the specific needs of their crops, growers can tailor their management practices, including [...] stages, growers can implement timely and precise solutions, minimizing the risk of yield losses and reducing the need for excessive pesticide or fertilizer use

Beneficial nematodes for bean seed fly control

entomopathogenic nematodes play an important role in the biological control of many pests. Meet Frank Keijzer, the owner of a 57-hectare organic arable farm [...] population of bean seed fly larvae in the soil, preventing further damage to crops and promoting sustainable pest management practices. Benefits of Capirel [...] costly reseeding and saves growers from the frustration of replanting. He also stresses the importance of proper mixing and application, as Capirel contains

Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

Oscar Alvarez, orchard manager of Don Sanchez Fresh, it is important to be patient and develop knowledge about the behavior of beneficial insects and their [...] You need the help of Koppert consultants to know which substances affect the performance of beneficial insects. It also takes a lot of dedication to obtain [...] Sánchez Fresh is a producer of avocado, berries and other agricultural crops. Their successful experience with biological control of pests and diseases in crops

Grape downy mildew

This dual mode of action makes Willaertia magna–based solutions well suited for the preventive management of grape downy mildew. Life cycle of Grape downy [...] pressure. Biological control of Grape downy mildew Biological control plays an increasingly important role in the management of grape downy mildew (Plasmopara [...] or grapevine downy mildew, caused by Plasmopara viticola , is one of the most important diseases in wine and table grape production worldwide. The disease

BACILIRID_SDS_v1.0.pdf

Avoid dispersal of dust in the air (i.e., clearing of dust surfaces with compressed air). Avoid the formation and build-up of dust – danger of dust explosion [...] product has not been tested. N/A Based on the structure or composition there is no indication of flammability As a result of our experience with this product [...] Primary Routes of Exposure: Routes of entry for solids and liquids are ingestion and inhalation but may include eye or skin contact. Routes of entry for gases

Bios To The Rescue In GrowerTalks

issue of GrowerTalks. It’s an insightful take on the bio vs chemical pesticide dynamic. Titled Bios To The Rescue , the piece presents a handful of situations [...] production facilities, and was Director of Operations for a large perennial wholesale nursery. Jeremy’s shipped a wide range of perennials, shrubs, annuals, and [...] provides an alternate, and in his opinion more accurate, statement and offers evidence to prove his version correct. The author lays out BioSolutions for eradicating

AMYLORID_Biological_Fungicide_SDS_v1.0.pdf

Avoid dispersal of dust in the air (i.e., clearing of dust surfaces with compressed air). Avoid the formation and build-up of dust – danger of dust explosion [...] tested. N/A, the product is solid Based on the structure or composition there is no indication of flammability As a result of our experience with this product [...] Primary Routes of Exposure: Routes of entry for solids and liquids are ingestion and inhalation but may include eye or skin contact. Routes of entry for gases

Crop Protection

Crop protection in agriculture Crop protection is the practice of protecting plants against pests, diseases, and harmful influences to ensure healthy growth [...] plant resilience. The key advantages of crop protection are: Easy integration – Fits into existing farming practices, IPM, and organic systems without special [...] more Advantages of biological crop protection Easy to use and integrate Biocontrol agents can be integrated into existing farming practices and complement