• Optimal placement of bumblebee hives

  it is crucial to position the hives in visible locations, enabling easy identification and access for both parties. For optimal visibility, it is recommended [...] but away from the crop, with a maximum of two hives grouped together. Protection of the hive To maintain hive efficiency, it is crucial to shield the hives [...] Yet, bumblebees need sunlight to be effective pollinators. Additionally, it is essential to maintain humidity around the hives below 80%. Hive placement

• Spidex Boost

  persimilis is most effective at temperatures between 13 and 27°C (55 and 81°F) and not effective above 30°C/86°F. Phytoseiulus persimilis is sensitive to [...] them evenly spaced in the crop. Release should be repeated weekly if the pest is not controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert [...] to relative humidity below 70%. Combined use Can be combined with Neoseiulus californicus and Feltiella acarisuga . Storage time after receipt Apply as

• Strawberry

  strawberry crops, with certain species causing damage to the plants, affecting their overall health and productivity. One of the species that is known to infest [...] attribute of bumblebees is their ability to perform buzz pollination. By rapidly vibrating their flight muscles, they dislodge pollen that is firmly attached to [...] techanique is particularly important for strawberries, as their pollen requires this buzzing action to be released. Another advantage of bumblebees is their

• Ervipar

  material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The dosage [...] Releases should be repeated weekly during the period when aphid infestation is expected. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert [...] at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Combined use Can be used in combination with other aphid biocontrol agents, like for instance Aphidend . Storage time

• Aphipar

  25°C (68 and 77°F). Effectivity is reduced at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Combined use Can be used in combination with other aphid biocontrol agents, [...] material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The dosage [...] typically range from 0.25-4 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated at least 3 times. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products

• Aphipar-M

  25°C (59 and 77°F). Effectivity is reduced at temperatures above 28°C/82°F). Combined use Can be used in combination with other aphid biocontrol agents, [...] material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The dosage [...] typically range from 0.25-4 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated at least 3 times. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products

• IPM: The Path to a Successful Approach

  April 23, 2019

  chemicals; that is integrated pest management (IPM) in a nutshell. You can fully adapt this system to your own crop and company, and there is always something [...] mean you are confronted with lots of choices. How do you, as a grower, make the right choices? The step-by-step plan below is the perfect guide! First [...] customers? Call in help: a consultant you trust and who is well versed in the field of IPM. Work with the consultant to draw up a plan. After all, IPM relies

• How to protect bumblebees in cold

  . When your crop is healthy and the average 24-hour temperature is at least 15 ºC, you can ensure that there won't be any issues with the foraging activity [...] es: Warmth is key Place the hives in the warmest part of the tunnel/greenhouse, ensuring they catch the morning sun. Make sure the hive is in a sheltered [...] Keep in mind that the impact of climate on pollination and colony quality is also time-sensitive. The longer unfavorable conditions persist, the greater

• Quad

  flowers Position the Quad hives evenly througout the plot. The best position is on a horizontal platform just above the ground Wait at least for half an hour [...] hives from direct sunlight and rain, and weigh down the hive for example with a stone, to prevent it from blowing away Open the ventilation openings on [...] best at ambient temperatures of between 12-30°C (keep out of sun on days with temperatures above 25°C). Storage time after receipt To guarantee the best

• How to protect bumblebees from heat

  be reduced if the humidity is too low or radiation is too high. In conventional greenhouses, the recommended humidity range is 60-75%. Due to better air [...] it is crucial to ensure effective pollination to support crop production and maintain high yields for growers. To ensure a positive result, it is crucial [...] environmental conditions. Above 28°C the pollination capacity is reduced as their activity is focused on cooling the hive. Above 32°C pollination may stop