• Harness the added value of nature's helpers

  October 10, 2022

  solutions in the field of integrated pest management for over 55 years, mainly for protected crops. Natural enemies are used on a large scale to combat [...] strategy. They can boost the effectiveness of your plant protection and pest control. However, you do need to take care of these useful creatures if you [...] Solutions' on our website for more information about which natural enemies are effective against which pests. The natural enemies listed on the page are

• 4 key benefits of biological crop protection

  March 18, 2024

  to consider a pre-harvest interval, growers can adjust their plans in response to these changing weather conditions, minimizing the risk of crop damage [...] intervals will offer growers flexibility and help them be in control of their moment of harvest, maximizing yield and quality. [...] are facing many challenges, constantly adapting to changing conditions. One of these challenges is managing pest and disease pressure while maintaining

• Thrips Can Get Out of Hand Quickly!

  August 18, 2021

  (it varies a bit depending on the species of thrips). And under optimum conditions, a population of western flower thrips is even capable of doubling within [...] multiplying much faster on flowering plants than on a crop without flowers. A female can lay one to two hundred eggs that hatch within a few days. At 15°C/59°F [...] occidentalis damage on phalaenopsis A quick response is required if thrips are to be brought under control. A small spot with thrips can become a real infestation

• Keep a Close Eye on Thrips

  May 21, 2020

  are a proven means of monitoring the development of infestations. They are an essential element in Integrated Pest Management . The development of thrips [...] in the heads of the plants, while in others they tend to be in the flowers or on the leaves. Some types of thrips prefer the lower parts of the crop. Contact [...] in your crop depends on the type of crop. For example, if you find three thrips on the sticky trap per week, this may not indicate a problem in one crop

• The various stages of the spider mite

  March 4, 2023

  adult spider mite, i.e., a mite in its fifth stage of development, can vary in color quite considerably. Adult females are half a millimeter in size, and [...] microscope, you will easily recognize all stages of its lifecycle. It starts with the eggs, which are as round as a ball. These eggs produce larvae, which have [...] narrower, with a slightly pointed back. They are also slightly more mobile than the females. It’s also worth knowing that you can find all stages on the underside

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

  decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience in using biological crop protection . As a result, he acquires [...] path to the future. "You grow into it a bit," notes Koen. With the growing availability of knowledge and the number of biological crop protection products [...] consumers eat are safe. Future of biological crop protection Koen advocates for a cautious approach, carefully examining effectiveness when it comes to applying

• Amazone Plants continues the path of organic cultivation

  put so much strain on the safety of the employees, on the crops, and on the local environment. It has never been a favourite activity of mine. Biological [...] insect netting at a good rate over a longer period. This means that there is always a strong population in the greenhouse crop and control of the thrips is [...] are not sufficiently effective against these pests. The company therefore sprays a product of natural origin, such as Mycotal, twice a year, in the spring

• The journey of sustainable citrus farming in agriculture

  Get to know Balbino Garre Martínez, a grower with over 35 years of experience in citrus and livestock farming. Balbino, along with his two brothers, operates [...] operates "Explotación de los pardos," where agriculture isn't just a profession but a lifelong passion. Adapting to challenges and embracing change Balbino's [...] only control pests effectively but also yield healthier, higher-quality fruits while minimizing environmental impact. The future of sustainable agriculture

• Transforming crop protection: the rise of predatory mites

  September 8, 2025

  It all started with a stick, a spider nest, and a curious boy exploring the Andalusian countryside. From a young age, Jose Eduardo Belda (Innovation Manager [...] tightening. Within just a few years, he and the team developed a reliable, proven protocol based on Amblyseius swirskii and Orius . It was a turning point. “For [...] eventually, a pivotal role in shaping the course of biological control in Spain. The Swirskii breakthrough that changed everything One of his earliest

• Advanced biocontrol of spider mite with Spidex Vital

  February 3, 2021

  more effective for growers worldwide. Predatory mites in more different stages of development prolong and dramatically increase their effect on spider mite [...] activity in the crop. Trials showed a greater cumulative presence of predatory mites on infested leaves and proof of predation by Spidex Vital mites. Thanks [...] the new composition showed the searching capacity of the predatory mites covered a greater distance over a longer period as adults were followed up by growing