• Gerbera

  known as Gerbera hybrida and there are now many cultivars that differ greatly in size, shape and colour. The main colours are white, yellow, orange, red [...] Standard in Biostimulants Nodokare: The New Standard in Biostimulants Acadian™: The Gold Standard in Biostimulants Acadian™: The Gold Standard in Biostimulants [...] red and pink, but one flower can have petals in varying colours. In addition, the gerbera is also used as a model organism with regards to botanical studies

• FAQ Nematodes

  is or Steinernema. In addition, there are a number of other genera and species, but they are found in much smaller quantities. Are the released bacteria [...] 1. Nematodes in general What are nematodes? Nematodes are microscopically small (0.6 to 1 mm), unsegmented worms that occur naturally in the soil throughout [...] throughout the world. Are there different types of nematodes? Yes, there are entomopathogenic nematodes (insect parasitic), plant pathogenic nematodes, and

• Asian citrus psyllid

  a citrus tree in as little as five years, and there is no known cure. Life cycle of Asian citrus psyllid Adult Asian citrus psyllids are mottled brown [...] eggs are light yellow when freshly deposited and bright orange with two distinct red eye spots at maturity. Eggs are anchored to plant tissue in an upright [...] citrus in several countries as it is a vector of a serious citrus disease called greening disease or Huanglongbing. It is widely distributed in southern

• The use of Swirski-Mite brings great advantages!

  December 13, 2022

  with thrips , but you are always ready - just in case. Biological control also offers major advantages: advanced investments result in higher productivity [...] retain your status as a valued supplier. The requirements in this area are sure to increase further in the future. Always prepared Besides these general advantages [...] product Reduced use of chemicals also means reduced residues on the product. There are legal rules governing the amount of pesticide residues that may be present

• Koppert Has the Answers at IFTF 2018

  October 18, 2018

  exhibitors from 116 countries this year. In cooperation with Union Fleurs, HPP Exhibitions and Hortipoint, there will also be an International Floriculture [...] Changes in the field of international trade and product innovation will be the focus for Koppert Biological Systems at this year's International Floriculture [...] speakers who have been invited to share their views on ongoing trends and changes in the sector, such as rising protectionism, the potential impact of Brexit,

• Biological Pest Control

  infestations in a greenhouse. Augmentative biological control can provide rapid results and is particularly useful when natural enemies are insufficient in the [...] resorting to harmful chemicals. In biological pest control, beneficial organisms like parasitic wasps and predatory mites are introduced into agricultural [...] animals, making them a safer option. Types of biological pest control There are three primary types of biological pest control methods: conservation, classical

• Entonem keeps young orchids free from fungus gnats

  uses ten different beneficials for its two sites in Heemskerk, the Netherlands and its third location in Assendelft, the Netherlands. One of them is Entonem [...] a Dosatron,’ explains Rogier Veldhuijs, assistant location manager in Assendelft. ‘In the past, the product was not fully compatible with a Dosatron. But [...] nematodes over the young plants in a fine mist. This is followed by a second fine mist to rinse off nematodes that are on the leaves. A while later, I

• Pollination checklist Growing lights

  Make sure the hives are not overheated by the lamps and other means, or by the sun in spring and late autumn. The later the lights are turned on, the more [...] when the bumblebees are active. Also take care that coating, polycarbonate plates, screens, or other light restricting filters are not blocking (early) [...] If side screens are used, take the angle of the sun into account. Natupol Excel Natupol Excel was developed for better performance in difficult light

• Tomato leaf miner

  crop damage in many parts of the world, including North Africa, Europe and northern Asia. In warmer regions, the insect is found outdoors but in temperate [...] occurs in greenhouses. The tomato leaf miner has been found in greenhouses for decades, but has become a common pest since the 1960’s, particularly in sweet [...] cosmetic damage. In (sub-)tropical areas this can lead to burning in fruit such as tomato and melon. Loss of leaves also reduces yield. In full-grown plants

• American serpentine leaf miner

  cosmetic damage. In tropical and subtropical areas this can lead to burning in fruit such as tomato and melon. Loss of leaves also reduces yield. In full-grown [...] , usually in the upper side of the leaf. Egg spots are oval and hard to distinguish from feeding spots. The larvae of Liriomyza trifolii are entirely [...] exit hole in the leaf with its mouth parts. After roughly one hour the larva crawls out of the leaf and falls to the ground. This occurs in the early morning