• Leaf miners

  lost before the harvest is affected. The size of a leaf tunnel depends on the stage of development of the leaf, the species of host plant and the species of [...] miners belong to the order Diptera (the true flies ) and form the family Agromyzidae. This is a family of small flies whose larvae tunnel into the leaves of [...] enemies, allowing the leaf miner population to erupt into serious numbers. In addition, the pesticides used to control leaf miners disrupt the biological control

• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  crop protection . As a result, he acquires a lot of knowledge and is prepared to fully transition to biological crop protection when the government decides [...] considerations and a conscious choice. Inheriting the farm from his parents, Koen had the opportunity to continue the business. While the trend towards organic [...] pesticides The increasing interest, especially from governmental bodies, in organic farming marks the path to the future. "You grow into it a bit," notes

• Ulti-Mite: Revolutionizing biocontrol with innovative predatory mite sachets

  release The breeding sachets function like a continuous engine, allowing predatory mites to reproduce within the sachet and gradually emerge over a period [...] Similar to other sachet products, the feeder mite population inside increases, creating a sustainable food source for the predatory mites to build new [...] Ulti-Mite represents a significant advancement in the packaging of predatory mites , designed to enhance biological pest control across a wide range of crops

• Blueberry

  Beneficial antagonistic fungi which protect the plants against these diseases can be applied to the growing medium when the plants are being grown under permanent [...] 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 vulnerable [...] methods and reducing the use of pesticides, growers can limit their exposure to harmful chemicals and minimise the negative impact on the environment. Various

• Target pests of beneficial nematodes in Soft Fruits

  Grapevine Cranberry When to apply Where to apply Targeted pest instar(s) Dose Otiorhynchus sulcatus Autumn/Spring Soil Larvae 1,5 to 5 billion/ha Other [...] g Soil Larvae 1,5 to 5 billion/ha Caterpillars Numerous species Apply once caterpillars detected. Apply 2 to 3 times - 3 to 5 days apart. Foliar [...] Leaves no residue This is an overview of the nematode-pest combinations that have been tested successfully so far. If a specific pest is not mentioned in this

• Natutec Airobreez

  Always charge the battery before use: the battery is fully charged when the light is green Place the battery to connect to the device Clip on the shoulder belt [...] speed for the determined amount to be released Remove the cap of the reservoir Fill the reservoir with the material to be released and close the reservoir [...] Store the Airobreez and accessories in a dry and dust-free area. The Airobreez can be stored in the supplied case. Always store the batteries in the chargers

• Grey mould

  for germination, the spores can survive a few days on the plant surface and still germinate when the RH increases, for example when cut flowers are harvested [...] Botrytis cinerea ) is part of the foot rot complex, which causes rotting of the foot and may cause death of the plants. In cucumber and tomato the fungus causes [...] compounds that kill the plant cells and then uses the content of the plant cells as nutrients. On the infected area, new spores are formed within a few days. Under

• Kosarid™ FP

  pathogen, spreading quickly along the fungal stands and creating a biolfilm that coats the fungal pathogen. This biofilm acts like a shield, suppressing fungal [...] Kosarid FP is registered for sale in the following U.S. states and territories: KY, IL, IN, IA, MI, MO, OH Mode of action Kosarid™ FP will surround a pathogen [...] On-farm or Retailer Seed Treatment / Planter Box. Timing Sowing Process. Storage time after receipt Adhere to expiration date printed on product packaging.

• Pollination checklist Growing lights

  need max. 2 hours to return to their hive 15:00 Do not keep a hive closed for longer than one day unless additional pollen is fed to the bees. Bumblebee [...] 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 [...] filters Place the Natupol hive with the WBH on a Natupol Hive Support. Alternatively use pneumatic opening systems. Don’t close the screens when the bumblebees

• Precautionary measures for product allergies

  Just as you can be allergic to cats, pollen, and dust mites, it is also possible to be allergic to the natural substances in predatory mites , feeder mites [...] plastic bag. Moistening the clothes in the bag prevents allergens and other particles from dispersing in the air when you open the bag. Possible allergic [...] can occur within just a few weeks of the first moment of contact, or could take years to appear. Not everyone who is exposed to allergens will develop