• About bumblebees

  bumblebee to pollinate a flower in a single visit. A honeybee typically needs to visit a flower between 7-10 times, before it is fully pollinated Bumblebees [...] earlier in the morning and later into the evening hours Bumblebees pollinate flowers through a method called 'buzz- pollination ', this will allow a bumblebee [...] start foraging for pollen and nectar, as well as search for a suitable nest site. Once a nest is chosen, she will start laying eggs to build her own colony

• Long-tailed mealybug

  effect is a reduction of photosynthesis and therefore the yield. Flowers and fruit often drop off. Plant sap is rich in sugars, but low in proteins. In order [...] first kept beneath the body in a network of fine waxy threads. Over two or three weeks, a female produces 100-200 nymphs. In the summer, the life cycle [...] level of photosynthesis in the leaves also reduces flower and fruit production. In ornamental crops, the mere presence of mealybugs is sufficient to render

• Pollination checklist outdoor

  the same crops. Position a bumblebee hive at least 100 metres away from a honeybee hive, out of the sight of the honeybees. This is necessary because the [...] flowering weeds in and around the area to be pollinated. Protect the hive against strong winds. Position the hive in a sheltered spot, or weigh down the hive. [...] Koppert's bumblebees ensure natural pollination in both indoor and outdoor crops. Good pollination in outdoor crops can be achieved by following the r

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• Enhancing the efficiency of biocontrol applications with Natutec Airobreez

  Labeau in the Netherlands. "Our greenhouse layout and equipment make using larger application devices for biocontrol challenging, so finding a compact [...] Airobreez, we’ve accomplished that and more." Located in the Netherlands' Westland region, Labeau specializes in breeding and propagating young ornamental plants [...] efficiency, and labor savings in dispersing beneficial organisms – used for biological crop protection . "The device is lightweight, easy to handle, and

• Koppert Attends NECANN Boston 2025

  February 28, 2025

  event is being held at the Hynes Convention Center, 900 Boylston Street, Boston on Friday and Saturday, March 21st and 22nd. NECANN Boston is a prolific [...] bioprograms for cannabis growers in the US and abroad. For commercial and other serious cannabis growers a clean crop is of the utmost importance, so stop [...] consumer branch, Natural Enemies , will be guests in the booth this year as well. They specialize in supporting home growers, enthusiasts, small businesses

• Raspberry

  raspberries, is a red-fruited species of Rubus. This particular plant species has its origins in Europe and northern Asia, but nowadays the fruit is being e [...] extensively produced in other temperate regions. In North America, the variety Rubus idaeus var. strigosus , is usually regarded as a distinct species, namely [...] fruit of the raspberry plant is red, tasty and sweet but tart-flavoured. Raspberries are a seasonal fruit and produced in summer or early autumn. Botanically

• The advantages of Trianum

  December 16, 2021

  and results in a stronger and more resilient crop. And which grower wouldn't want that? The most significant advantages of Trianum in a nutshell: The [...] compete with pathogenic fungi. The principle is very simple: the space that Trichoderma takes up on the roots is no longer available for pathogens and neither [...] ensures that nutrients become more easily available for the crop. A symbiotic balance is created between Trichoderma harzianum T-22 and the plant. The plant

• Ten tips to effectively tackle whitefly

  March 6, 2023

  Having whitefly in your crop is rightly a major concern, and it’s important to combat this pest as quickly as possible. However, effective biological control [...] present on one plant in a corner, or have they spread throughout the crop? If they’re localized to one plant, you can apply control measures in that spot or remove [...] including pepper and tomato, it’s a safe bet that you’ll receive a visit from whitefly sooner or later. As such, it’s a good idea to initiate preventive

• Fall Potting Recommendations

  August 13, 2025

  aiding in nutrient accessibility. It is a unique combination of two different Bacillus spp bacteria that can be applied as a spray or drench and is a powerful [...] recommends starting your crops with a good foundation with the addition of two living microorganisms. TRIANUM™ is a fungicide that grows with the roots [...] best when it’s in the soil early, as a cutting or transplant produces new roots. It colonizes the roots as they grow, protecting them from a wide range of