• Plant Disease Management

  disposing of diseased plant material is essential to prevent the spread of pathogens. This practice is particularly important in containing the spread of diseases [...] What is biological disease control? Biological control of plant diseases is a method used to manage and reduce the impact of plant diseases by utilizing [...] organisms to suppress or control plant pathogens, which are microorganisms that cause diseases in plants. The primary goal of biological control is to reduce

• Knowing & recognizing

  resilience to stress and help the plant to grow better and remain healthier. Koppert believes that sharing this knowledge can play an important role towards [...] company The use of biological control is not a simple process, it has become a complex system in which many aspects need to be considered. The need for knowledge [...] Get the growers’ guide to biological crop protection Knowing and recognizing does exactly what it implies. It empowers you with knowledge about the pest’s

• Municipality Doetinchem: Entonem nematodes managing oak processionary caterpillar

  became necessary. ‘We think it is important to maintain the biodiversity in the centre, and public opinion is quite sensitive to spraying here. We worked in [...] product Entonem . A major advantage is that the bycatch of other caterpillars is much lower, which is a great benefit to biodiversity. In mid-April, we started [...] As already stated, the use of nematodes is an important part of this. Entonem is without doubt an important link in ensuring manageability of the oak

• Grape downy mildew

  forming haustoria to parasitize mesophyll cells. The latent period (the time from infection to visible symptoms) ranges from 4 to 21 days, depending on [...] mildew or grapevine downy mildew, caused by Plasmopara viticola , is one of the most important diseases in wine and table grape production worldwide. The disease [...] and humidity), the disease is often well-established before it can be visually detected in the field. Leaf symptoms Yellowish to light-green oil spots on

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• Gummy stem blight

  How to prevent Gummy stem blight Before cropping: Remove all crop debris and disinfect the greenhouse Choose a cultivar that is less susceptible to internal [...] leaves, round and extending lesions may occur. In cucumber, the most important symptom is internal fruit rot, which can only be recognized from the outside [...] General Mycosphaerella cucumis (Didymella bryoniae) is a fungal plant pathogen that causes gummy stem blight. Damage symptoms Mycosphaerella cucumis in

• Two-spotted spider mite

  urticae ) is by far the most important species in greenhouses and many outdoor crops. Spider mite damage Larvae, nymphs and adults cause damage to the host [...] females, with a body that is narrower and more pointed at the rear. Colour is very variable: from light yellow or orange to dark yellow or brown.The colour [...] leaves to dry up and fall off the plant. How to prevent spider mite Preventing spider mites in your crop involves several strategies. Firstly, it is important

• Green peach aphid

  peach tree, is native, however it is now a pest with a world-wide distribution. The green peach aphid ( Myzus persicae subsp. persicae ) is a particularly [...] persicae subsp. persicae ) is the most important vector of viral diseases. It can transmit at least 100 different viruses and is thus rightfully feared by [...] reduce yield, Plant sap is rich in sugars, but has a low protein content. Aphids therefore need to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein

• Thrips

  shape to the adults but are smaller and lack wings. One of the most distinctive features of thrips larvae is their characteristic "frass," which is a type [...] hairs. How to prevent thrips Preventing a thrips infestation in your greenhouse crop involves several strategies. Firstly, it's important to maintain good [...] fertilization, as stressed plants are more susceptible to thrips infestations. Additionally, it's important to make sure thrips cannot enter your greenhouse by

• Biosolutions for Tropicals: Pest Control for Floral and Foliage Crops

  succeeds due to its ability to feed on larger larval instars, not just smaller instars or eggs. Even in cooler temperatures, it continues to feed on many [...] shield against diseases. This balance is key from the very start at sticking, planting, or repotting. It’s also important whenever roots are disturbed or pests [...] without harsh chemicals. Limonica: One Mean Mite Released to the American market a decade ago, Limonica is a meaner mite for a badder bug like Thrips parvispinus