Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

wanted to offer safe and sustainable products to our customers,’ Zoboli continues. ‘It is better to use them when the larvae are small in order to maximize [...] per hectare. We prefer to apply them in the evening so that the leaves stay wet for longer and the nematodes have more time to reach their targets. We [...] allows us to achieve the maximum effectiveness. The crops are now strong and healthy and the Tuta absoluta is not such a big problem anymore thanks to the

Bumblebee pollination

greenhouses, tunnels or netted orchards compared to honeybees. Bumblebees tend to visit all crops close to the hive, which can be a benefit when less attractive [...] compared to rival products because Koppert’s bumblebee colonies grow faster and last longer. The hive design developed over the years helps bumblebees to save [...] play a crucial role in enhancing fruit and vegetable production, leading to better harvests and improved crop quality. Unlike other pollinators, bumblebees

FAQ Spidex Vital

control with Spidex Vital, compared to the regular Spidex. Does anything change to the rate of application? No, continue to introduce Spidex Vital in the numbers [...] you recommend your customers to obtain the best pest control. Does anything change to the mode of application? No, continue to introduce Spidex Vital the [...] as the current product. How will this change my existing program that has been working for years? Apart from the fact you have to switch your current pl

Municipality Doetinchem: Entonem nematodes managing oak processionary caterpillar

necessary. ‘We think it is important to maintain the biodiversity in the centre, and public opinion is quite sensitive to spraying here. We worked in consultation [...] the bycatch of other caterpillars is much lower, which is a great benefit to biodiversity. In mid-April, we started using nematodes at locations with [...] an 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

Aphids

Some species of aphids can cause leaves to curl or twist as they feed on the plant sap. How to prevent aphids To prevent aphid infestations in crops, you [...] insects: the super- family Aphidoidea, belonging to the order Hemiptera . The aphids discussed here all belong to the family Aphididae, a family containing many [...] colour forms, or resistance to pesticides, remain unchanged and unsorted. The young aphids are born as developed nymphs and begin to feed instantly on plant

Amblydromalus limonicus

alternative to chemical pesticides. Amblydromalus limonicus is valued for its effectiveness at relatively low temperatures and is especially recommended to suppress [...] slightly larger. The larvae of Amblydromalus limonicus have to feed. If they do not have access to food, they develop very slowly and the mortality is high [...] colour can vary according to the prey eaten and they are sometimes greenish in colour when they take fluids from the leaves. Due to their size and colour they

Open field pollination

Bumblebees visit up to two times more flowers and transfer up to 2,7 times more pollen than honeybees to give growers a flying start to optimal pollination [...] leading to increased yields. Adaptability to weather conditions Bumblebees exhibit an impressive adaptability to diverse weather conditions due to their [...] per flower compared to honeybees. This abundance of pollen proves instrumental in promoting robust pollination and contributes to the development of more

Crop scouting

resources but also contributes to environmental conservation by reducing chemical inputs. Furthermore, crop scouting empowers growers to make informed decisions [...] 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 [...] irrigation schedules, fertilization programs, and pest control strategies, to suit the unique requirements of each field. This data-driven approach enhances

Spider mites and other mites

as little as one to two weeks. This rapid development contributes to their ability to multiply rapidly and cause significant damage to plants if left u [...] pairs of legs. During this stage, the larvae start to feed on plant sap and undergo molting to transition to the next stage. Nymph: After the first molt, the [...] effective way to keep plant mite populations under control. Mite control videos Take a look at the video or go to our Youtube channel to see our mite control

Shore fly

green algae. However, they can transmit plant diseases and can be a nuisance to greenhouse works by their sheer numbers. Frass deposited on leaves or flowers [...] of damp soil, where they also pupate. The adult shore fly is black, about 4 to 5 mm long, and stout with short antennae and short legs. The head of the adult