• Infestation Levels in Tomato Crops: A Look at the Top Four

  June 6, 2019

  biggest problems vary from one country to another, and even between regions. Nevertheless, all growers need to be able to tackle the top four pests: spider [...] bugs are also increasingly causing problems in tomato crops grown under glass. Their existence and movements are hard to detect, making control a complicated [...] complicated matter. Good to know: mealy bugs were among the very first pests to be combated with natural enemies - ladybirds. Caterpillars Lastly, there's the

• Rhizoctonia solani

  fusion site die. To complicate matters further, subgroups can be distinguished within AG’s. The different AG’s are more or less specific to the pathogenicity [...] known as Rhizoctonia solani , the vegetative stage. It was long believed to be a sterile fungus, but recently it was discovered that the fungus produces [...] ed and sunken. Late infection causes top leaves to curl up. The fruits stay firm. The disease may also show up in storage. Potato tubers get a crusty layer

• New edition Insect Pest Management

  November 4, 2020

  it was high time to bring this popular reference book up to date,' says co-author Richard Binks. 'A new generation of students is keen to learn about more [...] reference book will soon be released. Published by CABI and showing a Koppert photograph on its cover , Insect Pest Management , will be available towards the [...] alternative sustainable solutions for many growers these days. Time to bring them up to speed on all the developments!' The book covers monitoring and forecasting

• Everything Still Begins with Swirski

  May 14, 2020

  continues to be number 1 in terms of effectiveness. Versatile and reliable Amblyseius swirskii is not only an extremely effective glutton, it can also be used [...] It is still the benchmark, the one pest control product that everyone else in the field automatically uses to compare other natural enemies, old or new [...] has taken his time to point out what the power of Swirskii actually is. "The predatory mite is extremely effective and resistant to high temperatures.

• Knowing & recognizing

  company The use of biological control is not a simple process, it has become a complex system in which many aspects need to be considered. The need for knowledge [...] beneficial microorganisms have led to new practical solutions for growers. This updated edition of Knowing and recognizing also includes new biopesticides and [...] and biostimulants that increase the plant’s resilience to stress and help the plant to grow better and remain healthier. Koppert believes that sharing this

• Beneficial nematodes

  Beneficial nematodes for pest control Nematodes for pest control, often referred to as entomopathogenic nematodes or beneficial nematodes, are microscopic [...] weevil and beetle larvae. Its ability to adapt to different temperatures makes it a good choice for controlling caterpillars in various crops. Heterorhabditis [...] nematodes for pest control offers several key benefits: Fast-acting biological solution Resistance proof - pests cannot build resistance Can be applied with

• IPM: The Answer to the Challenges of the Future

  August 18, 2021

  plants are also subject to ever tougher demands. You will remain a valued supplier to customers if you are able to grow a healthy crop without being heavily [...] system that can always be adapted to new circumstances. We provide a summary of the major reasons for the switch from chemicals to integrated pest management [...] the development of new chemicals is slowing to a crawl. The result? A shrinking range of chemical control options! The effect of chemical plant protection

• Protected vegetables

  pests is an important step into understanding how to control them. Go to pest overview Biological pest control in vegetable crops Vegetable cultivation faces [...] known as biological pest control . Biological control, or biocontrol, is a natural approach to pest management. Instead of resorting to chemical solutions, [...] beyond the conventional 'chemical-first' approach to pest control. It integrates various methods to effectively manage pests, diseases, and other threats

• Green peach aphid

  sugars, but has a low protein content. Aphids therefore need to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The excess sugar is secreted in the [...] start to feed on plant sap and grow rapidly. When reproduction is sexual, the aphids lay eggs that overwinter. In greenhouses reproduction also takes place [...] of growth hormones. As a result, the plant’s growth is retarded giving rise to deformed leaves or, if the infestation occurs early enough in the season,

• Thrips: a tiny pest with big consequences

  February 2, 2023

  Adjacent cells may also die off. But the damage symptoms also differ by thrips species and by crop. And that's not all: thrips can also cause a loss of vigor [...] leads to discolored spots and dots. These patches are brown on white roses and white on red roses. Early damage to a cucumber fruit causes it to grow curved [...] infestations may also lead to yellowing and occasionally even leaf fall. Moreover, the excrement of thrips causes black spots, which naturally also affect the