Caterpillar control with nematodes

release the pathogenic bacteria they carry with them. These bacteria kill the insect and digest it from the inside. The nematodes feed on the tissues of [...] mainly known for the biological control of soil pests such as thrips pupae, and larvae of sciarid flies and several beetles . Research and field experience [...] growers and consumers alike. Nematodes do not leave any harmful residue on crops, which make them safe for the growers who handle them and the people who

Anthurium

flowers on the spadix. The actual flowers on the spadix are surrounded by four stamens and they have many pistils. These flowers are both bisexual and protogynous [...] About The anthurium is a flowering, perennial plant and has beautiful, long lasting flowers that come in a variety of colors. However, the ‘flower’ is [...] colors and heart-shaped spathes. In many markets, red is the most popular color. Other types include the obake anthuriums which are larger than the standard

Blackberry

About The blackberry is an edible fruit that originates from a wide range of species belonging to the genus Rubus that is part of the family of Rosaceae [...] Rosaceae , but also from hybrids within the Rubus subgenus, and hybrids between the Rubus and Idaeobatus subgenera. The blackberry is actually not a berry b [...] botanically speaking. It is a so-called aggregate fruit that consists of small kernels.

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Almond

subcontinent. The name also refers to the tree’s edible seed that is nowadays extensively produced around the world. The almond belongs to the genus Prunus [...] About The almond ( Prunus dulcis, syn. Prunus amygdalus ) is a tree species originating in the Middle East as well as in North Africa and the Indian s [...] Prunus and together with the peach, belongs to the subgenus Amygdalus . This particular subgenus distinguishes itself from others because of ridges on the shell

Chrysanthemum

family of Asteraceae. The plant is originally from Asia and northeastern Europe and the majority of the different species derive from East Asia. Especially [...] About The chrysanthemum ( Chrysanthemum spp. ), also called mum or chrysanth, is a flowering plant that belongs to the genus Chrysanthemum of the family [...] in China a wide range of varieties and cultivars has been developed for commercial propagation and production. The current, commercially cultivated ch

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Municipality Doetinchem: Entonem nematodes managing oak processionary caterpillar

play – breaching the monocultures of the oak and stimulating the natural enemies of the oak processionary caterpillar. As already stated, the use of nematodes [...] oak trees in the forests and plantations around Doetinchem. Marc van Rijswijk is the spokesman for Buha, the implementing organization for the Municipality [...] reduce the level of infestation. ‘By using Entonem and extracting the nests as a curative measure, we can keep the situation manageable for now. In the longer

General conditions Koppert Biological Systems Inc.

Article 9. Warning 9.1 The buyer must be aware that the trading in and the application of the Natural Enemies and Pollinators and/or Products require a [...] agreed, the Natural Enemies, Pollinators and/or Products are transported at the expense and risk of the buyer. 5.8 Minor variations in regard to the stated [...] Pollinators and/or Products at destination, the buyer refuses to pay the costs of the Natural Enemies, Pollinators and/or Products or the freight costs

Flowering potted plants

of flowering potted plants, the most common species are: Poinsettia is well known and popular for its large red, white and green leaves, especially around [...] around Christmas. Begonia is a perennial flowering plants and belongs to the family of Begoniaceae . The genus consists of 1,795 different plant species. Some [...] indoors and are used as ornamental houseplants in countries with colder climates. Kalanchoe is a tropical, succulent flowering plant and a genus that consists