• Heterorhabditis bacteriophora

  host, resulting in the emergence of a new generation of nematodes that can continue to seek out and infect other pests in the area. In this way, Heter [...] management in agriculture and horticulture. How to apply Heterorhabditis bacteriophora nematodes? Nematodes can be applied using a watering can, an airblast [...] usually applied to the soil. This biological control method, offers a natural and environmentally friendly approach to pest management in agriculture and

• FAQ Nematodes

  important to leave the soil moist for a few weeks after application of nematodes. Can I apply nematodes to each substrate/soil? No. In particular in clean [...] substance the nematodes are packed in? In order for the nematodes to survive during transport and storage they need to be packed in a carrier material. This b [...] using an ambush strategy to reach their host. Once in contact with a host, they try to penetrate it through a body opening. In the host, the nematodes release

• Pollination

  one flower to the stigma of another flower on the same plant or on another plant. Many flowers require insects such as bumblebees or flies to transfer the [...] pollen from the anthers of the flower to the stigma of the flower. If the pollen is transferred from anther to stigma on the same flower it is called self [...] offers a multitude of benefits to growers around the world. These flies prove to be efficient pollinators, finding their role in a diverse array of seed crops

• Rhyzobug FAQ

  the tube and tap the ladybird adults on the plants. On which crops can Rhyzobug be used? Rhyzobug can be used in both greenhouse and outdoor crops, whenever [...] Experiences in citrus, grapes, mango, kiwi and blueberries are positive. Who can apply the product into the crop and is it safe to use? Everyone is able to apply [...] larvae feed on armoured scale insects. Small scales are consumed entirely. In larger scales feeding damage is visible as irregular holes in scale cover

• Steinernema feltiae

  host, resulting in the emergence of a new generation of nematodes that can continue to seek out and infect other pests in the area. In this way, Steinernema [...] applied to the soil as a biological control method to target pest larvae, offering a natural and environmentally friendly approach to pest management in agriculture [...] friendly method of pest management in agriculture and horticulture. How to apply Steinernema feltiae nematodes ​​​​Nematodes can be applied using an airblast

• Protect Young Plants Now with Bacilirid™ and Isarid™

  January 17, 2025

  of charge to regular customers, so please don’t hesitate to ask! Click Here for Bacilirid™ info. Click Here for Isarid™ info. Click Here to find the nearest [...] powders, the two mix together well in the same tank. Bacilirid™ contains beneficial foliar and soil-dwelling bacteria to prevent and control soil borne diseases [...] tissue necrosis, leading to inactivity and death. Isarid™ integrates whenever pesticide use is necessary. Fungicides and insecticides can be important components

• Steinernema carpocapsae

  host, resulting in the emergence of a new generation of nematodes that can continue to seek out and infect other pests in the area. In this way, Steinernema [...] pest management in agriculture and horticulture. How to apply Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes? Nematodes can be applied using a watering can, an airblast [...] below 5°C/41°F and above 35°C/95°F can be lethal Nematodes are susceptible to ultraviolet light (UV): do not use them in direct sunlight The moisture content

• The cost-saving potential of biological crop protection for your IPM strategy

  February 20, 2025

  using living organisms to suppress pests and diseases. These biocontrol agents can include predators (e.g., ladybugs feeding on aphids ), parasitoids (e [...] frameworks all lend to evaluating the efficient use of resources. A significant portion of the current research on biocontrol assessment relies on market data [...] predatory bug in combination with the banker plant Lobularia. Trials have shown that a preventative approach requires only two to three applications in addition

• Koppert Registers New Biofungicide

  November 26, 2019

  been conducted using Noli against Botrytis spp. in a variety of fruits in several countries in Europe and in the United States. The trials have been carried [...] fruit growers and wine producers millions of euros in production losses worldwide, can now be controlled in an effective and sustainable way with a non-synthetic [...] Registered in France, other European countries and the USA are expected to follow. Noli is a water dispersible granule preparation based on the naturally

• World Food Day 2021

  October 15, 2021

  pioneer in seed breeding - and how he and his company, East West Seed, encouraged small-scale farmers in South East Asia to use quality seed to grow vegetables [...] held in Rome last month has called for bold new actions to transform the way the world produces and consumes food, with the aim of getting back on track [...] vegetables to combat hunger and poverty. He is now focusing his efforts on Africa and Latin America. Simon Groot received the World Food Prize in 2019. Land