• Steinernema carpocapsae

  Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes are often applied to the soil or sprayed onto plant foliage as a biological control method, offering a natural and environmentally [...] through a process called parasitism. When applied to the soil or sprayed onto plant foliage, these microscopic roundworms actively seek out their target pests

• Phytoseiulus persimilis

  volatiles emitted by damaged plants. Phytoseiid mites have no eyes and therefore rely on volatiles released by damaged plants and their tactile sense to [...] adult, except for the resting period in the larval and nymphal stages. On plants, the oval eggs are usually deposited close to, or in a spider mite colony

• Botrytis problems often have company

  December 20, 2021

  too. When this fungus grows on a wound, the plant defends itself by creating antibodies. Although plants can fight off the fungus, that point of initial [...] many problems, can transmit Botryti s from sick to healthy plants. If they go on to eat soft plant tissue, they create entry points for the fungus. You should [...] should also know that some insects avoid affected plants. For example, aphids have a clear preference for plants that have not been infected by Botrytis . Get

• Predatory insects

  effectiveness as biological control agents. Female gall midges lay their eggs on plant leaves, and when the larvae hatch, they feed on aphids. Gall midges are [...] reducing aphid populations, gall midges contribute to the overall health of plants and help maintain a balanced ecosystem without the need for chemical pesticides

• Encarsia formosa

  Suspend the cards in the crop, if possible approximately 75 cm under the plant head Avoid to hang cards at places exposed to direct sunlight The dosage [...] to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively soon after planting of the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 1-10 per m 2 /release

• Parasitic wasps

  What are parasitic wasps? Parasitic wasps are small insects that play a crucial role in natural pest control. They are called "parasitic" because they lay their eggs inside or on harmful pest insects.

• Effective thrips control with predatory mites

  damage to a wide range of crops. Their ability to reproduce rapidly, damage plant tissue, and spread viruses makes them a serious threat to yield and product [...] thrive in greenhouses and covered production environments. They puncture plant tissues to feed on cell contents, leading to scarring, deformed growth, and

• Aphidius colemani

  to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively soon after planting of the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 0.25-4 per m 2 /release [...] Although many aphids die as a result, many will survive and migrate to other plants to begin new colonies. To avoid becoming covered in their secretions, the

• Fungi and Bacteria Deserve Greater Appreciation!

  May 31, 2019

  rhizobacteria that enhances plant growth by improving availability of plant nutrients through the root system. After all, a plant starts it's growth from the [...] in humans, animals, and plants. But this is largely undeserved: the majority of fungi and bacteria are actually useful. Plants, humans, and animals couldn't [...] diseases. The plant is also teeming with organisms, inside and out, the function of which is not yet known in many cases. What's certain is that plant resistance

• Flowering and Pollination – One of the Most Critical Blueberry Growth Stages

  May 30, 2022

  Before the plant goes into dormancy, the plant is ‘deciding’ which buds will be vegetative, and which buds generative. The more energy the plant has, the [...] contains seaweed extracts, in a plant-based form for rapid assimilation, and Veni Calcium is easily absorbed by the plant due to its unique composition - [...] ensures it is directly available to the plant. These applications will have a very positive impact on plant performance. Once the number of generative