Tomato Disease Top 10 Topped by mildew and Botrytis

Less use of chemical pesticides due to Natutec Scout

facilitates the rapid identification of trends and shifts in pest and disease development. Of particular note is the utilization of the 'Heatmap' feature, wherein [...] The time of endless Excel sheets with rows full of scout data about disease and pest pressure is over for good at Scheurs in De Kwakel since they switched [...] at the rose and gerbera grower. Henri Volgering, Scout at Schreurs, explains: “Scouting is very important within this cultivation. This is why we not only

Swirski-Mite: First Aid for Problems with Thrips and Whitefly

Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

This way of working allows him to gain experience in using biological crop protection . As a result, he acquires a lot of knowledge and is prepared to [...] expects more and more that agriculture is environmentally friendly and responsible. And that the vegetables consumers eat are safe. Future of biological [...] traditional and organic agriculture come together. Koen shares his personal experiences and insights about the future of agriculture, where traditional and organic

Thrips

later stage, the empty cells become desiccated and the adjacent cells turn brown. The vigour of the plant is also reduced by loss of chlorophyll. With a serious [...] infestation the leaves themselves can shrivel, and there can be varying levels of fruit damage depending on the species of thrips and their population density. [...] t in color and have a similar shape to the adults but are smaller and lack wings. One of the most distinctive features of thrips larvae is their characteristic

Rhyzobug FAQ

lophanthae) What is Rhyzobug? Ryhzobug is a product with the predatory beetle Rhyzobius lophanthae and can be used against armoured scales. What does Rhyzobius [...] damage is visible as irregular holes in scale cover. What is the life cycle of Rhyzobius lophanthae? Eggs are laid underneath scales in groups of 1-5 eggs [...] Application What is the best application time during the day? Apply in the evening. What is the best application time related to the pest level? As soon as the

Two-spotted spider mite

yellow, and as more cell sap is removed, the leaf, and eventually the whole plant, may die. In tomatoes and cucumbers, as little as 30% damage of the leaf [...] underside of leaves where they pierce the cells and suck out the contents. The empty dead cells become yellow, and in many plants the damage can also be [...] surface of leaves as small yellow dots. The destruction of cells results in reduced photosynthesis, increased transpiration and reduced plant growth. As damage

Pollination

yields and improve the quality and shelf-life of these products. Pollination is the transfer of pollen from the anthers of the flower to the stigma of the [...] What is pollination? Pollination is an annual challenge for growers when it comes to the production of vegetables, fruit and seed. Well pollinated crops [...] If the pollen is transferred from anther to stigma on the same flower it is called self-pollination. Cross pollination, is the transfer of pollen from the

Effective spider mite control with predatory mites

productivity and health, and ensure market compliance – without an impact on the environment and human health. Koppert is the pioneer in the development of predatory [...] crops, ensuring optimal performance, is an integral part of our DNA. Nothing beats original What we can do for you and your crop Whether you're just starting [...] in greenhouse and open-field crops. These pests pierce plant cells, causing stippling, leaf yellowing, and eventual necrosis. Outbreaks can escalate quickly

Effective thrips control with predatory mites

targets thrips larvae as well as whitefly eggs and young larvae, other small insects and mites. It originates from mediterranean regions and therefore establishes [...] limonicus is a generalist predatory mite feeding on thrips, whiteflies and other small insects and mites. It feeds on all larval stages of thrips and has a [...] productivity and health, and ensure market compliance – without an impact on the environment and human health. Koppert is the pioneer in the development of predatory