• La Hacienda Fresh increases crop profitability thanks to biological control

  January 1, 1970

  results of agronomic management can be seen. Good management not only results in quality fruit with longer shelf life, but also in the number of productive [...] and, therefore, in the profitability of the business. The implementation of a biological control program is one of the key tools that can help you achieve [...] great expertise in the integrated management of pests and diseases, making it a benchmark in know-how in the production of peppers. The harvest cycle for

• Mushroom

  January 1, 1970

  fruiting body of a fungus, typically produced above ground on soil or on its food source. Edible mushrooms are the fleshy and edible fruit bodies of several [...] several species of macrofungi (fungi which bear fruiting structures that are large enough to be observed with the naked eye). They can appear either below ground [...] picked by hand. Edibility may be defined by criteria that include absence of poisonous effects on humans and desirable taste and aroma. Most mushrooms

• The value of Koppert consultants

  January 1, 1970

  service is built on a strong foundation of innovation and expertise: • A market-leading range and production of BCAs • Unmatched access to the world’s largest [...] When you work with Koppert, we don't just sell you bugs . You get a network of ornamental IPM experts who work for salary, not commission. Koppert partners [...] 35 consultants across the United States. Practical and effective pest management solutions is our goal, tailored to your needs. Get Your Free IPM Consultation

• SS_Acadian Wine Grapes_2026_MAR2026_Digital

  January 1, 1970

  shelf life without settling or clogging. Proven Marketable Yield Advantage Wine Grapes: Marketable Yield (Ton / acre) 9.0 8.0 34.4% 7.0 Six independent [...] between 22–26 °Brix, while controls had a higher proportion of berries <22 °Brix. Number of Berries 120 100 80 60 40 20 P 17-18 18-19 19-20 20-21 [...] is a pure, fully soluble, and highly consistent formulation with 3+ years of shelf stability—delivering stronger abiotic stress resilience, improved nutrient

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

  October 21, 2024

  control in biological pest management systems. Since 2016, the Ulti-Mite version of Amblyseius swirskii has been on the market. Nowadays the Ulti-Mite sachet [...] t advancement in the packaging of predatory mites , designed to enhance biological pest control across a wide range of crops. In 2016, we introduced this [...] Swirski Ulti-Mite . Since its market debut in 2006, this beneficial has been a resounding success and has become one of our most frequently produced b

• Using Casea for a healthier and safe asparagus

  November 15, 2022

  so that my harvest reaches the market without any type of contamination.’ José Maria confesses he had been on the point of stopping cultivation on his farm [...] pioneer when it comes to the selection and breeding of beneficial nematodes for the biological control of many pests. Having introduced them successfully into [...] been taken to apply them successfully in a broad spectrum of agricultural crops. A growing number of farmers are now using this natural solution that is rapidly

• Grapevine powdery mildew

  January 1, 1970

  , integrated management are critical for effective control strategies. Signs and damage symptoms of Grapevine powdery mildew Symptoms of grapevine powdery [...] grape quality, sugar accumulation, aroma and marketability Lifecycle of Grapevine powdery mildew The lifecycle of grapevine powdery mildew (Erysiphe necator) [...] upper leaf surface Development of white to grey, powdery fungal growth Powdery coating may also appear on the underside of leaves Leaf curling, distortion

• Enhancing the efficiency of biocontrol applications with Natutec Airobreez

  January 8, 2025

  plants, with Phalaenopsis orchids as its flagship product. As one of the first adopters of the Airobreez, the company has benefited from this advanced application [...] coverage across the greenhouse is exceptional, ensuring optimal distribution of the biocontrol products." Thanks to its innovative double duct system, the [...] zero to one meter and within a four-meter radius, setting it apart in the market. Koppert consultant Wim van der Meer, who regularly visits Labeau, has also

• Tobacco aphid

  January 1, 1970

  therefore need to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The excess sugar is secreted in the form of honeydew, making the crop and its fruit [...] they are also capable of dispersing through the crop by walking. The tobacco aphid tends to form denser colonies, closer to the top of the plant, than the [...] viruses. Life cycle and appearance of Tobacco aphid Aphids have a complex life cycle, with both winged and wingless forms of adults and a great variety in colour

• Cotton aphid

  January 1, 1970

  therefore need to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The excess sugar is secreted in the form of honeydew, making the crop and its fruit [...] them unsuitable for market. At the same time, photosynthesis in the leaves is reduced, affecting production. Life cycle and appearance of Cotton aphid Aphids [...] Nymphs and adults extract nutrients from the plant and disturb the balance of growth hormones. As a result, the plant’s growth is retarded giving rise to