Optimal placement of bumblebee hives

seasons, it is advisable to position the hives at a height of 20 – 60 cm above the ground on the south side of the path. This location ensures that the hives [...] Correct placement of hives The right placement of bumblebee hives can significantly enhance the pollination efficiency of bumblebees. The following steps [...] away from the crop, with a maximum of two hives grouped together. Protection of the hive To maintain hive efficiency, it is crucial to shield the hives from

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Beneficial nematodes for bean seed fly control

ive solution that prevents the need for costly reseeding and saves growers from the frustration of replanting. He also stresses the importance of proper [...] role in the biological control of many pests. Meet Frank Keijzer, the owner of a 57-hectare organic arable farm and is growing a wide variety of crops, [...] Facing the bean seed fly challenge This year, Frank encountered a significant challenge due to the cold and wet conditions at the beginning of the crop cycle

Why Isarid is a grower-approved ally against pests in ornamentals

Using Casea for a healthier and safe asparagus

dusk, as this is when nematodes are best introduced to the plants as the soil is wet and the solution penetrates better. ‘This product is very easy to apply [...] Koppert is a pioneer when it comes to the selection and breeding of beneficial nematodes for the biological control of many pests. Having introduced them [...] nematode solutions – Casea – which has worked very well for me. The truth is that it has solved my problem!’ José Maria enthuses. Before finding the nematode

Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

itchiness and redness at the site of the sting. This may last for only a couple of hours. Further, the reaction can occur directly after the sting, but more generally [...] case of a sting in the mouth or near the throat, specifically the pharynx, the patient should be taken to the hospital immediately; since the sting can [...] sting. Further, the stinger is mainly used as a weapon for defense. When a bee stings, some venom is injected into the body through the stinger. In humans

Spider Mite Control: The Essential Guide

covered with webs. The webbing affects the leaves appearance of the crop, which is a high concern in ornamental crops. Natural enemies for spider mite control [...] mites without the use of chemical pesticides. In 1967, Koppert released the first predatory mite, Phytoseiulus persimilis , for the control of spider mites [...] enemies for the control of spider mites. In addition to Phytoseiulus persimilis , Koppert produces the predatory mite, Neoseiulus californicus , for added

Municipality Venray: biological control of oak processionary caterpillars

In the Municipality of Venray a third of the tree stock in the area, some 11,000 trees, is oak. ‘We’ve been using Koppert’s nematode product Entonem as [...] According to Bergeijk, the results have been generally positive. ‘The trees that we have treated have been 90% cleared. What is interesting is that avenues running [...] against the oak processionary caterpillar for several years,’ explains Joep van Bergeijk, coordinator of oak processionary caterpillar management for the

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