• Ten facts about Fusarium

  December 9, 2021

  in wilting and rotting areas that you can see at the base of the plant, the stem, or on the fruit. The most common type, Fusarium oxysporum , comprises [...] the plant vessels resulting in the wilting that is characteristic of this infection. This fungus is incredibly hardy and can survive in the soil, on crop [...] crop remnants, on machines and tools, and in parts of the greenhouse structure. Even seeds can already be infected with this harmful fungus. Fusarium can

• Trade Show Dates for Koppert's Cannabis and Ornamental Crop Team

  December 15, 2024

  As you fill in the squares on a fresh calendar this New Year, remember to pencil in a visit to the Cannabis and Ornamental Crop Team at the Koppert booth [...] tic Nursery Trade Show] | January 8–10 | Baltimore, MD • TPIE [Tropical Plant International Expo] | January 22–24 | Fort Lauderdale, FL • NECANN [New England

• Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

  and feed on mealybug nymphs and adults. Pupal stage: Larvae pupate in various places, on any convenient stalk or on the underside of leaves or on even greenhouse [...] eggs are small, oval-shaped, and usually laid individually or in clusters on plant foliage or near mealybug-infested areas. They are typically yellow-white [...] control . Originating from Australia, this beetle species preys primarily on mealybugs , including species such as the citrus mealybug and the long-tailed

• Trianum's Seven Benefits

  August 18, 2021

  Thielaviopsis. Trianum is very easy to apply. You can pour on the liquid version, ideally while the plant is still young, or you can add it to the water used [...] Trianum has many benefits 1. It improves the plant's resistance to soil-borne diseases 2. It strengthens the plant and promotes growth 3. Pathogens cannot develop [...] active ingredient, Trichoderma harzianum T22, colonizes the root system of plants and thus protects numerous crops against soil pathogens such as, Fusarium

• Enhancing the efficiency of biocontrol applications with Natutec Airobreez

  region, Labeau specializes in breeding and propagating young ornamental plants, with Phalaenopsis orchids as its flagship product. As one of the first [...] evenly distributing natural enemies across the crops, reducing time spent on pest management significantly. "I would highly recommend it to any grower

• Spidex Vital Trial Results

  The trial was conducted on 1-metre tall cucumber plants. 2 rows of 6 plants each, placed in a walk-in cage. The last 2 plants in each row were infested [...] released on the first plant of each row (yellow star) a week later. Results: a larger population of Spidex Vital reached the infested plants due to the [...] of research and fine-tuning, Spidex is now improved with a greater impact on spider mite control: Spidex Vital. Spidex Vital gives you the following a

• The cost-saving potential of biological crop protection for your IPM strategy

  February 20, 2025

  of resources. A significant portion of the current research on biocontrol assessment relies on market data, such as crop yields, prices, and the costs associated [...] the banker plant Lobularia. Trials have shown that a preventative approach requires only two to three applications in addition to planting the banker plants [...] diseases. These biocontrol agents can include predators (e.g., ladybugs feeding on aphids ), parasitoids (e.g., parasitic wasps targeting caterpillars ), and

• Trianum is a true all-rounder

  December 13, 2022

  especially at home on the roots of young plants. After applying Trianum, the spores germinate, and the mycelium colonizes the plant's roots. This is of [...] proven to be an effective plant growth promotor. As a result, Trianum promotes a stronger and more resilient crop, which gives the plant extra support in times [...] times of stress. This ensures that the plant is well-prepared and ready to defend itself against biotic and abiotic stress! The biological fungicide Trianum

• Tackling Thrips is Always a Puzzle

  August 18, 2021

  most problems. It pricks cells on the surface of leaves and flowers and sucks them dry. This causes silver-grey spots on the leaves, which are very cha [...] Western Flower Thrips Frankliniella occidentalis damage on a gerbera flower In the top ten of infestations that lead to sleepless nights, thrips is near [...] characteristic of thrips. Brown dots can often be seen on flowers. The thrips' strongest strategy is to hibernate in the soil or substrate, meaning they can

• Written in GrowerTalks: "BioSolutions for Propagators" by Jeremy Webber

  December 1, 2024

  the impact a customized bioprogram can have on all stages of the propagation process, including stock plants, rooting, and bulking up for shipping. It’s