A step-by-step guide to whitefly control

tools in the IPM strategy for these crops. They integrate diverse control mechanisms to target various stages of the whitefly life cycle. The foundation [...] to brown. Fourth instar (pupa) Oval, white case with wax threads. Flat, transparent or yellow, with a visible red-eyed adult. Adults Larger, whiter, triangular [...] triangular appearance from above. Smaller, yellower, elongated appearance with a gap in the wings. Whitefly damage and economic impact Whiteflies can cause substantial

Swirski-Mite: First Aid for Problems with Thrips and Whitefly

Amazone Plants continues the path of organic cultivation

complex. The plants in the propagation phase enter the processing hall every nine weeks. During the nine week period that the plants are in the greenhouse [...] become noticeable once the plants are in the hall. Fantastic results with Swirski-LD The main pests are the Western flower thrips , aphids (predominantly [...] tell us. ‘The predatory mites continue to emerge from the insect netting at a good rate over a longer period. This means that there is always a strong population

A dive into organic hop farming and biological crop protection

witnessed a boost in confidence in the ecosystem of his hop farm. These natural enemies contribute to more balanced and targeted pest management, with a specific [...] like the red spider mite. The promising future of organic agriculture For Lukas Locher, the experiences gained from using beneficial insects mark a significant [...] advancement in the toolkit for organic farming. He envisions this approach as a crucial building block for the future of organic agriculture, providing a sustainable

Insight to the Production of Nematodes

Using Casea for a healthier and safe asparagus

been growing asparagus on a hectare for the last two years. He had many problems with this crop from the start – particularly with wireworms and caterpillars [...] to the damage caused by pests. ‘Once I started applying the beneficial nematodes, I noticed that the damage from the pests had stopped and that the asparagus [...] discard part of the harvest, as was the case before. Casea had done the job very well.’ Easy to use and no residue Beneficial nematodes are a broad spectrum

Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

6 Steps for a Successful Mealybug Biological Program

Windset Farms® Partners with Koppert to Showcase Sustainable Pest Management Practices

Bios To The Rescue In GrowerTalks

article in the February 2026 issue of GrowerTalks. It’s an insightful take on the bio vs chemical pesticide dynamic. Titled Bios To The Rescue , the piece presents [...] of Operations for a large perennial wholesale nursery. Jeremy’s shipped a wide range of perennials, shrubs, annuals, and edibles with both traditional and [...] presents a handful of situations where you can use bios to clean up nightmare pest scenarios without having to dip into your chemical locker. In the article