• Gummy stem blight

  brown lesions on the foot and higher up on the stem. On the lesions, golden-brown gummy drops occur, hence the name gummy stem blight. On the lesions, black [...] is present on the plant, at high relative humidity (RH) and on wounds. Leaves can be infected directly, through wounds, hydathodes (the end of leaf veins) [...] tools and hands of workers. The ascospores are the main source of dispersal of disease upwards in the crop and the conidia for spread of the disease downwards

• Protected vegetables

  strategies encompass a range of practices, including biological control, cultural practices, mechanical control, and the judicious use of compatible pesticides [...] Emphasizing Sustainability One of the fundamental principles of IPM is its commitment to sustainability. By reducing the reliance on chemical pesticides, IPM [...] yields and increased profitability. Preservation of beneficial insects: IPM recognizes the importance of beneficial organisms in pest control. Avoiding

• Looking Back at NECANN Boston 2025

  April 30, 2025

  number of approaches in the automation of counting those trapped insects. Lots of questions involved sachet styles and distribution. A number of growers [...] was good to get out of the greenhouses and circulate among the cannabis growers. NECANN is a hub of activity for New England growers of many ilks: home growers [...] allow one to several cycles of eggs to hatch, extending the viability of the packet. It’s a subtle detail but an important one to anyone looking to extend

• Beneficial nematodes to control pests in outdoor crops

  enhancing the overall health of the orchard ecosystem. Trials conducted across various regions have showcased the efficacy of these microscopic worms in [...] that affect plants, entomopathogenic nematodes play an important role in the biological control of many pests. Even more for pests that are difficult to [...] pesticide, you are spraying a solution full of life! Using beneficial nematodes in fruit orchards The incorporation of beneficial nematodes into fruit orchards

• Sustainable Development Goals

  for the future of our planet. As a leading provider of biological solutions for agriculture and horticulture, we recognize the important role we play in [...] positive impact on the environment, society, and the economy. How do we contribute to SDGs? Our day to day activities align with several of the SDGs, particularly [...] the use of chemicals in horticulture and agriculture. We not only fight pests and diseases, but actively improve plant health , the health of people working

• Increase in Thrips Infestation Demands More R&D

  December 4, 2019

  been a major threat to crops, but worryingly, the number of species of thrips around the globe is on the increase, and they are spreading more easily. More [...] makes it much easier for species of thrips to spread, and that demands a strong chain approach, the most important aspects of which are good scouting and [...] mean that higher numbers of Orius will be needed per square metre to keep the thrips under control." He emphasizes the importance of Horiver yellow and how

• Great Results in Combating Grubs in Blueberries

  March 19, 2019

  moment of flight of adult beetles.’ In the first year of application, efficacy of nematodes grew to a level of 70%, and after the second year of use even [...] Poland, the University of Life Sciences in Warsaw, and our employees, we carried out research on the effectiveness and development of nematodes in various [...] system at a dosage of 2x500 millions per hectare. ‘Most often, the right moment of application occurs from the middle to the end of July, but every year

• Cotton aphid

  therefore need to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The excess sugar is secreted in the form of honeydew, making the crop and its fruit [...] production. Life cycle and appearance of Cotton aphid Aphids have a complex life cycle, with both winged and wingless forms of adults and a great variety in colour [...] even a green-black colour . This body colour depends on temperature, food source and the density of the population. Large individuals (up to 1.8 mm long)

• New edition Insect Pest Management

  November 4, 2020

  to speed on all the developments!' The book covers monitoring and forecasting of pest outbreaks, yield loss and impact assessments and all of the latest [...] the control and management of insects. It includes coverage of host manipulation, plant resistance, biological control, use of interference, agronomic precision [...] biology, biochemistry and genomics related to insects and their management. It also considers the importance and role of biodiversity, climate change, precision

• Maximize pollination in tomato

  , and expert tips on how to successfully integrate commercial bumblebees into your tomato cultivation. Let's delve into the world of bumblebee-assisted [...] generate vibrations, aiding in the transfer of pollen. Within one to four hours, the bumblebee's jaw imprints on the flower, commonly known as bite marks [...] occur before the flower closes. The duration of flower openness varies between one to three days, depending on environmental conditions. To evaluate pollination