• Thrips: a tiny pest with big consequences

  February 2, 2023

  picky, with most thrips species targeting many plant species. However, there is a difference in where the thrips congregate and feed on the plant, as each [...] leaf fall. Moreover, the excrement of thrips causes black spots, which naturally also affect the ornamental value. In leeks, thrips mainly cause cosmetic [...] their less attractive appearance. A general side effect of thrips infestation is reduced vigor of the crop. But that's no surprise, given that the insects

• Optimum Conditions for Bumblebees

  August 18, 2021

  bumblebees cannot see. If there is little natural light, they are reliant on the grow lights in order to find their way around. That is not easy: finding the hive [...] hives are equipped with all kinds of innovations. Horticulture is changing, and the system is changing with it. Amongst other aspects, the increase in the [...] the greenhouse Ideally, you want bumblebees to fly out only when navigation is effortless for them. The Wireless Beehome system offers the solution! This

• Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal

  February 8, 2024

  highly values that Trianum is a 100% natural product authorized for organic farming and does not leave residues on fruit. Trianum is aligned with the company's [...] of peppers in the Marinhais area. The entire crop is harvested mechanically. With mechanization, it is very important that all plants reach the end of their [...] company's positioning, which is conscious of sustainable agricultural practices that respect the environment. 'Without a doubt, it is a product with a lot of

• Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

  have stingers. This is also true with honeybees and wasps. Drones, which are the male bumblebees, cannot sting. Further, the stinger is mainly used as a weapon [...] the chance of an allergic reaction again is small. Reactions to bumblebee stings may differ in each case. It is now possible to take a test using purified [...] next time you are stung. It is also possible to use the purified venom for a hyposensitization treatment. This treatment is intended to desensitize the

• Strawberry

  both foliage and fruits, if not properly managed. Implementing IPM strategies is crucial for effectively controlling and mitigating the impacts of these pests

• FytoFert S

  Crops Canola, Cereals, and corn Learn more about FytoFert™-S Pack size: 2 x 2.5 gal Presentation: Liquid Concentration: 40% Free Sulfur Product Label Safety Data Sheet Application: Apply 0.32 - 0.42 g

• Leaflet_Acadian Strawberry_MAR2026_Digital

  Acadian™ The Gold Standard in Biostimulants Acadian is a premium Ascophyllum nodosum biostimulant produced through a proprietary alkaline extraction process [...] process that preserves and concentrates key bioactive compounds. The result is a pure, fully soluble, and highly consistent formulation with 3+ years of [...] resilient plants Nutrient deficiency Improves nutrient uptake and use through natural chelators and a larger root system Ensures plants access essential nutrients

• 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

• Trianum-P Improves Open Field Pepper Production in Portugal

  June 29, 2021

  fact that Trianum is a 100% natural product, authorized for organic farming and that it does not leave residues on fruit. Trianum is aligned with the [...] of peppers in the Marinhais area. The entire crop is harvested mechanically. With mechanization, it is very important that all plants reach the end of their [...] of the company which is very conscious of sustainable agricultural practices that respect the environment. "Without a doubt it is a product with a lot

• Does Swirskii Really Do What it's Intended To?

  June 5, 2019

  means that you may still notice adult pests in the beginning, even when the natural enemies are working hard to contain the problem. So you may still see the [...] you're on the right track. Supplementary Feeding for Predatory Mites If there is too little food for the predatory mite, it will starve. This sounds logical