Corn

Mexico and it still plays a main role in the preparation of Mexican food dishes. The leafy stalk of the corn plant produces separate pollen and ovuliferous [...] numbers and volumes; there is more maize produced every year (in terms of weight) than of any other grain.

Pepper

damage or breakage of their tender stems. The pepper plant has become one of the most widely cultivated crop worldwide. The development of greenhouse technology [...] the nightshade family Solanaceae. This plant genus includes all varieties of peppers, including the mild bell pepper and hot peppers in jalapeno and habanero

Soybean

cultivated for its edible beans. The fruit of the plant is a hairy pod, that grows clustered in small bunches of three to five pods. Each pod measures between [...] protein produced per acre than when planting other crops. Major producers of soybeans are Argentina, Brazil and the United States. Soybeans are now an [...] crop can be used as food crop, but also provide oil and are a major source of protein.

Rose

genus Rosa of the family Rosaceae. Rose also refers to the flowers the plant bears. There are more than one hundred rose species and thousands of different [...] shrub, climbing or trailing with a stem that has sharp thorns. The flowers of the rose plant can vary in shape and size, but are often ornate and bright

Chula Brand is a pioneer in biological pest control in papaya

20 years of experience in the production and distribution of papaya and other tropical fruits such as pineapple and lime. An important part of their mission [...] part of an integrated pest management strategy (IPM). Although understanding the adaptability of insects in open field and the preventive approach of natural [...] the adaptability of insects to plants in open fields," said Carlos Canul, technical manager of Chula Brand Mexico. Thanks to the results of tests and field

Spider Mite Control: The Essential Guide

use of chemical control agents has resulted in the spider mite developing resistance to a wide range of pesticides. Identifying the early signs of spider [...] and adults of two-spotted spider mites cause damage to the host plant by feeding on plant tissue and plant sap, primarily on the underside of leaves where [...] appearance of the crop, which is a high concern in ornamental crops. Natural enemies for spider mite control Koppert pioneered the development of natural

How beneficial nematodes control onion fly

onion fly ( Delia antiqua ). The larvae of the onion fly can cause significant damage to the roots and bulbs of onions and related plants, sometimes even [...] one such grower who has witnessed the positive impact of these beneficial nematodes. The challenge of onion fly infestation Michiel's primary challenge is [...] and effective due to the rapid onset of damage. Effective control with Capirel After Michiel witnessed the success of biological control with beneficial

Operation Mealybug

gain an adequate intake of protein, mealybugs must ingest large quantities of sap, getting rid of the excess sugars in the form of honeydew. Characteristically [...] product name Cryptobug-L. Damage symptoms of mealybugs Although most species of mealybugs feed on the aerial parts of the plant, some species extract their [...] the larvae and adults of the predatory beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri . With their voracious appetites, they make short work of this troublesome pest

Municipality Doetinchem: Entonem nematodes managing oak processionary caterpillar

breaching the monocultures of the oak and stimulating the natural enemies of the oak processionary caterpillar. As already stated, the use of nematodes is an important [...] important link Van Rijswijk is confident that the use of nematodes helps to reduce the level of infestation. ‘By using Entonem and extracting the nests [...] important part of this. Entonem is without doubt an important link in ensuring manageability of the oak processionary caterpillar.’

Crop Monitoring and Scouting

detect the presence of pests and respond accordingly. Benefits of crop monitoring and scouting One of the most critical aspects of crop scouting is pest [...] the systematic observation of crops throughout their growth cycle. This involves a close inspection of plants for signs of stress, pests, diseases. This [...] determine the success or failure of a harvest. These essential techniques provide growers with insights into the health and growth of their crops, enabling them