• The nematodes are doing their job

  December 14, 2020

  discoloration, drying out, and shrinkage – the nematodes are doing their job The nematodes in Entonem ( Steinernema feltiae ) and Capsanem ( Steinernema [...] the inside out. The bacteria start by liquefying the innards, and then the nematodes slurp up the contents. At the end all that is left is the shell, which [...] or larva turn yellowish brown to brown over time, and shrink. Caterpillars are usually juicy, and sometimes a little sticky, but when attacked they become

• Reducing our CO₂ footprint, one bottle at a time

  August 6, 2025

  still delivering the same quality and durability our customers are accustomed to. The new bottles are fully recyclable and support our sustainability targets [...] the environmental goals and the practical needs of growers. The new bottles are made from 50% post-consumer recycled plastic and 50% post-industrial recycled [...] new 1L bottle saves up to 39% in CO₂ emissions compared to the earlier virgin plastic version. It’s a meaningful change that adds up quickly across our

• The Revolutionary Spical Ulti-Mite Sachet

  October 28, 2019

  therefore build up its population in the sachet more rapidly and effectively. Compared to regular sachets, Spical Ulti-Mite performs up to three times better [...] resistance to chemical agents can build up quickly. Neoseiulus californicus mites actively search for their prey and successfully control spider mite. Neoseiulus [...] system from a preventative and lightly curative approach is key for overall success during the cropping season. Introduction and establishment of its population

• Crop Protection

  against pests, diseases, and harmful influences to ensure healthy growth and reliable harvests. It is essential in agriculture and horticulture for achieving [...] wasps , beneficial nematodes and beneficial microorganisms , growers can control pests and diseases, minimize pest resistance, and strengthen plant resilience [...] pollinators, and strengthens crop resilience. Advantages Pest and insect management Biological crop protection provides effective pest and insect management

• Larvanem

  information. Timing Timing and frequency depend on the pest species and the crop environment (relative humidity, soil moisture and temperature). Consult a [...] weevils and other beetles in a wide range of crops. Pests Beetles (Coleoptera): Weevils (Curculionidae): Black vine weevil (Otiorhynchus sulcatus ) and other [...] (water temperature: 15-20°C/59-68°F Stir well and leave the contents to soak for five minutes Stir again and pour the contents of the bucket into the half-filled

• Sportnem-T

  application period Timing Timing and frequency depend on the pest species and the crop environment (relative humidity and temperature). Consult a Koppert [...] (Noctuidae), mole crickets (Gryllotalpa spp. ) and various other species. Mode of action The nematodes enter the pest and release symbiotic bacteria into the pest's [...] (water temperature: 15-20°C/59-68°F) Stir well and leave the contents to soak for five minutes Stir again and pour the contents of the bucket into the half-filled

• Municipality Enschede: Entonem nematodes against oak processionary caterpillar

  the spread of the oak processionary caterpillar. The municipality’s built-up area has a total of 22,000 oak trees. In the past, the municipality only extracted [...] product Entonem in locations where we find a range of unusual butterflies and moths. As we only do this at an early stage, there is no secondary effect [...] where different management methods have been used. ‘With that information, and based on the nuisance that we experience, we’ll be able to decide whether

• Natutec biocontrol application devices

  the surface area and layout of your growing environment. Select the system that best suits your operations and maximize efficiency and effectiveness of [...] biological control methods through uniform distribution. Increase efficiency and save up to 80% in labour costs with streamlined application methods. The right [...] the production and supply of biological control products, including beneficial insects such as predatory mites , parasitic wasps , and nematodes, along

• Municipality Venray: biological control of oak processionary caterpillars

  locations in outlying areas where there might be protected species of butterfly and moth. The major benefit of Entonem is that nematodes kill fewer other caterpillars [...] means they are less harmful to biodiversity. This is something that is high up on the political agenda, as well as being an important social issue.’ Entonem [...] are more easily blown away. In some cases, we have to take curative action and extract the nests. But, on balance, Entonem makes a big difference to us in

• Pollination Under Artificial Lights

  October 4, 2018

  greenhouse fruit and vegetables. The best practices and advice it now shares with growers is based on more than 30 years’ experience in the field and valuable [...] on and Growing Lights' gives advice on when to open and close hives, the best placement of hives, the benefits of its ‘Bee vision’ innovation, and influencing [...] behaviour under a wide range of conditions and climates. Its Natupol hives are under continuous development and feature the latest innovations for optimal