• Bacterial wilt, brown rot

  becomes grey-brown and the tuber eyes also turn grey-brown. This disease can be distinguished from Clavibacter by the bacterial slime produced from wounds [...] the roots of infected plants to neighbouring plants. The bacteria can also be transported by irrigation water. Disease incidence is highest when soil moisture

• Why Some Thrips Management Strategies Are No Longer Enough

  September 28, 2026

  Early detection remains important. Scouting continues to be essential. But these practices must now be complemented by stronger preventive strategies that [...] consequences Trianum is a true all-rounder Want to know whether Spical will be effective? Check, check, and double-check! The use of Swirski-Mite brings

• Why Is Thrips parvispinus Changing the Rules of the Game?

  September 8, 2026

  For many pests, this approach can be effective. For Thrips parvispinus , however, that window of opportunity can be much narrower. The speed at which [...] agriculture, not all pests have the same impact on production systems. Some can be incorporated into existing management programs with only minor adjustments [...] thrips species that are primarily associated with flowers, T. parvispinus can be found throughout the plant canopy, particularly on foliage and other protected

• Release Spical predatory mites as soon as possible!

  February 2, 2023

  journey. On arrival at your farm, they will warm up again and become active. Be quick It’s important to release them into the crop as soon as possible. After [...] Swirski-Mite: the do’s and don'ts in a nutshell Want to know whether Spical will be effective? Check, check, and double-check! The use of Swirski-Mite brings

• Spical predatory mite: a true all-rounder

  December 13, 2022

  More about spider mite control Want to know whether Spical will be effective? Check, check, and double-check! Prevent internal spider mite contamination [...] big problem Trianum is a true all-rounder Want to know whether Spical will be effective? Check, check, and double-check! The use of Swirski-Mite brings [...] of Spider Mite What is Biological Control? Want To Know Whether Spical Will Be Effective? Check, check, and double-check!

• Powdery mildew

  upper side of the leaf. In severe epidemics in cereals, the ears may also be infected. In pepper, the fluffy colonies occur mostly on the underside of [...] diseases that are inhibited by reducing the RH In fruit trees, pruning should be done early in the season Do not provide excess nitrogen since this promotes

• Ten facts about Spical

  August 3, 2022

  At least, it can be. The result that you get largely depends on how you use Spidex. Take the following tips on board, and you can be assured of an optimal [...] spider mite. And the battle’s being won: the predatory mite does an excellent job. One fantastic benefit of Spical is that it can be use preventatively, ready [...] spider mites that make webs, both in greenhouses and outdoors. The product can be used in vegetable crops (except tomatoes), cut flowers, and fruit. The predatory

• Thrips parvispinus: The Tiny Pest Growers Can't Afford to Ignore

  August 18, 2026

  problem. By the time damage is visible, significant economic losses may already be underway. Understanding how this pest behaves is the first step toward developing [...] growers who invest in early detection and preventive IPM strategies will be better positioned to protect crop quality and profitability. Because when [...] consequences Trianum is a true all-rounder Want to know whether Spical will be effective? Check, check, and double-check! The use of Swirski-Mite brings

• Grape downy mildew

  temperature and humidity), the disease is often well-established before it can be visually detected in the field. Leaf symptoms Yellowish to light-green oil

• Crazy roots, hairy roots, crown gall

  now, no bacteria have been isolated from crazy roots. This disease seems to be caused by a change in the hormonal system of the plant resulting from the