• Top 10 Questions about Bell Peppers Answered

  May 9, 2018

  day, people ask dozens of questions about the food that is grown in NatureFresh Farms ’ greenhouses. That is why the company decided to answer the most h

• Investing in thrips control: always a good idea

  March 6, 2023

  beneficials in the fight against thrips can be expensive, but don't let that stop you from using these natural enemies. It will cost you much more if [...] seriously affect the product's value or even make it unsaleable. The viruses that thrips can transmit in vegetable crops are a major threat. The best known [...] ), but thrips also 'delivers' many other types of viruses. The trouble is that you can't get rid of a viral infection, and the crop can die from it. Investing

• Red Headed Flea Beetle Eradication Described in April 2025 GrowerTalks Issue

  February 25, 2025

  appears in the April 2025 issue of GrowerTalks. He discusses the progress that has been made in managing this notorious pest in ornamentals , and a surprising [...] detail regarding the subsequent trials, and paints a picture of the work that still needs to be done with respect to rate, location, timing, and application

• The Pest is Gone, but What Happened to the Good Guys?

  April 24, 2019

  into a sort of hibernation, but in most cases we've selected them not to do that. After all, they were ‘hired’ to work. Standing army The rapid disappearance [...] the crop before the pest arrives. This is absolutely essential for pests that develop at lightning speed. This strategy can be used for predatory bugs

• New Approach Significantly Reduces Aphids in Soft Fruits

  March 21, 2019

  tackling the aphids. Reducing Aphid Levels Through Prevention The approach that has been developed is based on the preventative use of the gall midge Aphidoletes [...] August, the crop of the second cultivation cycle was cleared on René’s farm. That cultivation cycle started with a single aphid. Jan Snijders, crop protection [...] achieved with less effort. The crops at these companies were standard crops that were started later than on René’s farms. The experiences gained at his farms

• Got Mealybugs? Here’s The Solution.

  July 17, 2025

  warm up in spring. To make matters worse, these pests have a waxy coating that’s like a suit of armor protecting them from many pesticides. In dense crops [...] immediate solution is Cryptobug-L , predatory beetles in their larval state. That’s key. Adults can fly away but the larvae can’t fly and they can’t see so [...] problem. These spores lie in wait and are highly infectious on any mealybugs that get too close. There is no such thing as a harmless mealybug—it’s important

• Koppert bumblebee hives: fresh look, trusted quality

  June 19, 2023

  branding while preserving the same exceptional quality and effectiveness that Koppert bumblebees have always been known for. For many growers good pollination [...] With more than 35 years of gained knowledge and expertise, we guarantee just that. Our Natupol hives meet the demands of the bumblebees, the logistic chain [...] production process and logistic journey may be, we do everything possible to see that our pollinators reach their destination ready to do their valuable work in

• 4 key benefits of biological crop protection

  March 19, 2024

  levels. Fortunately, biological crop protection offers a sustainable solution that maximizes flexibility for growers and helps meet these increasing challenges [...] flexible in harvest allows growers to respond to shifts in demand, ensuring that crops are harvested and available when market conditions are most favorable [...] unexpected temperature fluctuations may delay harvesting schedules. Or even mean that growers have to start the harvest earlier than planned. By not having to

• Pollination checklist Growing lights

  Don’t close the screens when the bumblebees are active. Also take care that coating, polycarbonate plates, screens, or other light restricting filters [...] for better performance in difficult light conditions. Beevision Tests show that the Beevision features lead to more efficient pollination. For further

• 6 Steps for a Successful Mealybug Biological Program

  March 14, 2024

  beneficial insect populations to build up. But rest assured that you are creating an environment that released and native insects (and your grapevines) can thrive [...] crops, insectary rows, or hedge rows. For Citripar (Anagyrus), choose plants that provide nectar, such as buckwheat or yarrow. 6) Practice patience It can [...] strategy is an excellent starting point. However, it's important to recognize that each crop presents its own set of challenges and considerations. For personalized