Shore fly

diseases and can be a nuisance to greenhouse works by their sheer numbers. Frass deposited on leaves or flowers in ornamental crops, lettuce and herbs also [...] and the adult fly. The eggs are laid singly and are bean-shaped. A first instar larva is translucent white. Second instar larvae are brownish, less translucent [...] about 4 to 5 mm long, and stout with short antennae and short legs. The head of the adult has a pair of conspicuous eyes. The wings have grey-brown patches

Cannabis

healthy and productive. This is because cannabis can attract a lot of different pests and diseases that can cause problems. Biological control is a key component [...] infections, mold, and other fungal diseases. These diseases can make the plants weaker, slow down their growth, and affect the leaves and buds if you don't [...] feed on thrips eggs and larvae. Isaria fumosorosea ( Isarid ), a biological pesticide, can be applied to target thrips populations and inhibit their growth

Cabbage

Cabbage About Cabbage or headed cabbage (consisting of various cultivars of Brassica oleracea ) is a biennial plant with green, white or purple leaves. This [...] consumption. Cabbage heads come in various sizes and their weight usually varies between 0.5 to 4 kilograms (or 1-9 lbs). Recommended for you

Pollination

production of vegetables, fruit and seed. Well pollinated crops result in considerably higher yields and improve the quality and shelf-life of these products [...] stigma of another flower on the same plant or on another plant. Many flowers require insects such as bumblebees or flies to transfer the pollen. Navigate to [...] ally for growers worldwide, offering reliable and efficient pollination solution that elevates crop yields and overall quality. Their carefully managed deployment

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Greenhouse whitefly

whitefly need a lot of protein for growth, and thus consume a large quantity of plant sap. This contains a high proportion of sugar, and the excess is [...] larva stadium develops into a white, oval case encircled by a ring of erect waxy rods. This is called the pupa stadium and these pupae are found on the [...] development of fruit and lead to a reduction in yield. The honeydew deposited on fruit makes it sticky. Dirt adheres to the fruit, and the growth of sooty

Tree specialist Wolterinck: Control of oak processionary caterpillar with Entonem

Netherlands, is a specialist in tree care and weed control and works on behalf of local authorities and governmental bodies. Co-owner and general director [...] r. Ivo de Groot continues, ‘The product has a guaranteed firm, preventive effect, it’s a 100% natural and it helps preserve biodiversity.’ [...] Nematodes are a better solution for urban areas.’ Wolterinck BV sprays the nematodes when the caterpillar egg casings begin to emerge. A second spraying

Protected vegetables

cultivation, IPM plays a pivotal role in ensuring both crop health and environmental sustainability. Understanding IPM IPM is a holistic and proactive strategy [...] crop health and ensuring a successful harvest. Disease management involves a combination of preventive measures, cultural practices, and, when necessary [...] such as fungi, and other natural components, to suppress or prevent fungal plant diseases. Find products Scouting and monitoring for pests and diseases Scouting

Biological seed treatment

like fungi and bacteria, as well as plant extracts and algae extracts. Biological substances are applied to the seed in a powder form or as a liquid. An [...] products (Cerall, Cedomon, Cedress), which have a clear effect against pests or diseases (biotic stress), and biostimulants (Panoramix) that increase crop [...] biostimulant: a treated crop becomes stronger and grows better; The treatment enhances crop yields while helping plants to fight off plant pathogens and minimize

Corn

sweet corn and flour corn. Already about 10,000 years ago, corn was domesticated by the indigenous communities in Mexico and it still plays a main role [...] Zea mays subsp. mays Corn About Corn or maize ( Zea mays subsp. mays ), is a large grain plant that divided in six main types: flint corn, dent corn, popcorn [...] Mexican food dishes. The leafy stalk of the corn plant produces separate pollen and ovuliferous inflorescences, also specified as ears, which are fruit, producing