• Greenhouse crop pollination

  pollinators, to ensure reliable and effective pollination in greenhouses. Koppert bumblebees are carefully selected, reared, and delivered to growers all [...] it ensures the efficient fertilization of plants within a controlled environment, leading to increased crop yields, improved fruit set, enhanced size, [...] extensive research, we have gained in-depth knowledge of pollinators and their behavior. Our team of experts is dedicated to creating sustainable pollination

• 6 Steps for a Successful Mealybug Biological Program

  March 14, 2024

  increasingly difficult to control in grapes. With chemical restrictions increasing and consumer demands shifting, many growers are turning to more organic and [...] management methods such as augmentative insect releases. If you are new to the world of beneficial insects, then review the steps below to help you start [...] need to do a knockdown spray. Review your options ahead of time, and consider chemical side effects to native and released beneficial insects. In general

• The Benefits of Integrated Pest Management

  April 5, 2019

  IPM is a widespread method that has proved itself time and again. It has proved to be an effective way of tackling pests and diseases in an environmentally [...] natural enemies in the crop. After application, employees can go back to work in the crop straight away: there is no re-entry time, as with chemicals. The [...] harmless to water, air, and soil. The environmentally friendly cultivation method is an important promotional tool and sales argument. IPM contributes to a better

• Spidex Vital

  Predatory mites Spidex Vital lives up to its promises Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control Protected vegetables [...] Mites Poster [Translate to USA:] Spidex.jpg Application Turn and shake the bottle gently before use Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle [...] and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first pest mites are detected in the crop. Introduction rates

• Amazone Plants continues the path of organic cultivation

  started to take off in 2015. In 2019, the tomato nursery also owned by Van Zijl was converted, before being added to the anthurium nursery in 2020. A [...] were sold in 14 cm pots in the summer, and the plants in 14 cm pots went to the buyers in 17 cm pots. The company has focused on biological plant protection [...] always a strong population in the greenhouse crop and control of the thrips is maintained at the right level. The method works fine in this automated production

• The How and Why of IPM

  April 4, 2019

  plant doesn't get sick, you don't have to use any control. If you want your IPM approach to be successful, you need to start by selecting strong, resilient [...] problems do occur in spite of this, you can solve them using natural enemies. It's often even better to have the natural enemies on stand-by in the crop, even [...] any problem at all. Only in emergencies should you resort to chemicals – and then only those means that are relatively friendly to the natural enemies. Otherwise

• Black vine weevil

  sulcatus, is a pest in many ornamental crops (e.g. rhododendron, cyclamen and azalea), as well as in strawberries and other fruit crops in both temperate and [...] that hatch have a white, translucent to pinkish body and a reddish brown head. These larvae live in the root zone in the soil where they feed on the roots [...] full-grown larvae pupate in spring in the soil. The depth where the pupae can be found varies between 2 and 20 cm. Pupae are white to cream coloured and 7

• Spidex

  Mites Poster [Translate to USA:] Spidex.jpg Application Turn and shake the bottle gently before use Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle [...] and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first pest mites are detected in the crop. Introduction rates [...] temperature 8-10°C/47-50°F. Storage conditions In the dark, bottle horizontally. Recommended for you Spider Mite Control: The Essential Guide Phytoseiulus persimilis

• Mealybugs and scales

  a look at the video or go to our Youtube channel to see our mealybug control products in action. More mealybug control videos The latest news about mealybugs [...] are concerned, these often drop off; plant sap is low in proteins and rich in sugars. In order to gain an adequate intake of protein, mealybugs must ingest [...] leads to sooty mould. Infestations reduce plant vigor, fruit quality and overall yield. Effective control of mealybugs and scales is essential to maintain

• Acadian Organic

  every 1-4 weeks from harvest to dormancy. Applications can be made either foliar or to the soil. Apply 3-5 days prior to an anticipated plant stress. Other [...] temperatures not exceeding -5 to 40 °C. Storage conditions Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store in a cool, dry place away from [...] the physiological processes in plants, promoting root and plant growth, improving nutrient use efficiency, and contributing to better plant performance while