Blueberry

will compete with the pathogenic fungi for space and nutrients and even kill them. At the same time, they strengthen the root system making the plant less

Southern European marshland pyralid

The secretive habit of the caterpillars of this species makes them very difficult to control with synthetic pesticides. Damage symptoms The caterpillars [...] dark brown with a clearly visible white crinkled line on the forewing. The end of the remarkably long abdomen bends upward almost vertically, with the abdomen

Bumblebee pollination

research and collaboration with a number of scientific institutes and universities ensure we are geared for the future. With feedback from customers and [...] quality. Unlike other pollinators, bumblebees have unique characteristics that make them exceptional at this task. Their large size allows them to carry larger [...] latest technology – our best bumblebees, technically advanced hives, combined with our customized advice, deliver consistent performance and the best value

Ercal

it emerges. Pack size 3,000; 15,000 pupae. Presentation Cardboard strips with 5 cards each, wrapped in plastic, in a cardboard box, each card holds 60 [...] the greenhouse Bend and tear off the strips opposite to the mounting hole Make sure not to touch the pupae during handling Suspend the cards in the crop [...] es above 30°C/86°F. Combined use Ercal is best to be used in combination with generalist predatory mites ( Amblyseius andersoni , Amblyseius swirskii

En-Strip

hole. Pack size 3,000; 7,500; 15,000 pupae. Presentation Cardboard strips with 5 cards each, wrapped in plastic, in a cardboard box, each card holds 60 [...] the greenhouse Bend and tear off the strips opposite to the mounting hole Make sure not to touch the pupae during handling Suspend the cards in the crop [...] be insufficient. Combined use En-Strip is best to be used in combination with generalist predatory mites ( Amblyseius andersoni , Amblyseius swirskii

Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal

doubt it is a product with a lot of potential for pepper cultivation,’ says Pedro Militão. The good results obtained with Trianum make Koppert's biological [...] crops, Koppert Portugal has carried out trials with several growers. One of these trials was carried out with the company Sociedade Agrícola Militão, in the [...] crop is harvested mechanically. With mechanization, it is very important that all plants reach the end of their cycle with a high level of plant health and

A dive into organic hop farming and biological crop protection

fourth-generation hop grower, started his transformative journey in 2020, making the exciting yet challenging shift to organic farming and biological crop [...] natural enemies contribute to more balanced and targeted pest management, with a specific focus on addressing issues like the red spider mite. The promising

Sustainability

it is part of who we are. Since our foundation, we have been on a path to make a positive impact on the world. Our approach involves providing products [...] Goals. Our sustainability vision also includes operational improvements with the aim to become carbon neutral, consciously managing our energy use, and [...] It's not merely about producing crops; it's about fostering a relationship with nature to ensure a healthier, safer, and more productive future. This sentiment

A step-by-step guide to whitefly control

to brown. Fourth instar (pupa) Oval, white case with wax threads. Flat, transparent or yellow, with a visible red-eyed adult. Adults Larger, whiter, [...] Identification: Females are pale lemon yellow with green eyes and clubbed antennae, while males are yellowish-brown with longer, elbowed antennae. Parasitism: [...] s, and compatibility with specific crops. Achieving sustainable and effective whitefly control requires strategic decision-making, balancing the interplay

Aphipar

Wood chips. Application Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site [...] at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Combined use Can be used in combination with other aphid biocontrol agents, such as Aphidend . Storage time after receipt