• Beneficial nematodes to control pests in outdoor crops

  a broad spectrum of pests in top and stone fruits, like apples and peaches, potatoes, and outdoor vegetables as onions, asparagus, and beans. Caterpillars [...] pollination , microbials, and biostimulants that support, protect, and strengthen crops both above and underground. We were founded in 1967 by Jan Koppert, a Dutch [...] nematodes are resuspended in water and dispersed over the crop by using spraying/irrigation systems most commonly used in agriculture. But… you are not

• Beneficial microorganisms

  biological systems and organisms. These microorganisms play a crucial role in biological pest control by effectively infecting and controlling harmful [...] for pest control include fungi, bacteria and viruses that naturally occur in environments such as soil, water, and air. These microorganisms are harnessed [...] examples of beneficial microbes are the fungi Akanthomyces muscarius , Beauveria bassiana, Metarhizium anisopliae and Isaria fumosoroseus and the bacterium

• Flies

  soft fruits in Europe and North America. Sciarid flies and shore flies are mainly a problem in greenhouses. Their larvae live in the ground and prefer moist [...] Biological control of flies Flies are a common pest problem in greenhouse and field crops, where they disturb plant growth, spread diseases and affect crop hygiene [...] traps, lures, and attractants Insect traps Sticky traps Beneficial nematodes and predatory mites target fly larvae in the soil, while traps and attractants

• Less use of chemical pesticides due to Natutec Scout

  facilitates the rapid identification of trends and shifts in pest and disease development. Of particular note is the utilization of the 'Heatmap' feature, wherein [...] The time of endless Excel sheets with rows full of scout data about disease and pest pressure is over for good at Scheurs in De Kwakel since they switched [...] observation of trends in pest pressure, whether they are escalating or diminishing, and offers insights into the most recent developments." Less use of chemical

• Nature's Perfect Pollinator

  environment. Additionally, we work and partner with the USDA, the Michigan Department of Ag¬riculture and Rural Development, and Michigan State University Ag [...] pollinate for efficient transfer large amounts of pollen. Bumblebees still forage at low temperatures and cloudy and windy conditions. Bumblebees provide an [...] hives and is designed for outdoor pollination. Our hives are easy to use and require low maintenance. Want to know more about our Quad hives and how to

• Potato aphid

  Life cycle and appearance of Potato aphid Aphids have a complex life cycle, with both winged and wingless forms of adults and a great variety in colour. When [...] Various vegetable and ornamental crops grown in greenhouses are colonized, including tomato, aubergine and roses. Damage symptoms Nymphs and adults extract [...] occurs early enough in the season, the death of young plants. Retarded growth and defoliation reduce yield. Plant sap is rich in sugars, but has a low

• Spidex Vital Go

  Tetranychus urticae ) and other Tetranychus spp., except Tetranychus evansi . Mode of action Predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop [...] spider mite hotspots, in sheltered locations in the crop, not exposed to direct sunlight. In tomato only use Spidex Vital Go in hotspots Sachets already [...] crop over a period of a couple of weeks. Predatory mites use their piercing mouthparts to extract the contents of their prey. Pack size 250 sachets. Each

• Garden chafer

  most of its damage in the larval stage when it feeds on roots of grasses and clover. The adults feed on the leaves of trees like oak, hazelnut and birch [...] birch and on the flowers and developing fruits of, for instance, roses and cherries. Damage symptoms The garden chafer ( Phyllopertha horticola ) does most [...] bases of plants. Larvae can also feed above ground within stems of plants and on strawberry fruits lying on the ground. Both adult beetles and larvae are

• HyFood takes habanero to another level with biological control

  g 90% of total world consumption. In the last 10 years, exports of this fruit have had an average annual increase of 1.8% in volume and 11.4% in economic [...] successful implementation of the biological control program was the training of personnel in pest monitoring and the release of beneficial agents such as [...] have acquired knowledge and skills to be able to identify pests such as whitefly , red spider mite and thrips in time and release in a timely manner the

• More than solutions, a partner in your success

  Consultation On-site and regional support across the US From a global presence in 100+ countries and over 58 years of experience to a team of 30+ consultants [...] Ornamental Team Lead and Technical IPM Consultant, discusses the importance of planning, education, and strong grower relationships in developing effective [...] Ornamental Team Lead and Technical IPM Consultant, discusses the importance of planning, education, and strong grower relationships in developing effective