• Western flower thrips

  important vector for both tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV) and impatiens necrotic spot virus (INSV). Both viruses affect a wide range of plants, and often a single [...] ground, although pupae can also be found on leaves, in flowers or in other sheltered places. The prepupal and pupal instars can be recognized by their developing [...] (Frankliniella occidentalis) can be found on a wide variety of plants, including many vegetable and ornamental crops in greenhouses, and on various weeds. It is

• Ulti-Mite: Revolutionizing biocontrol with innovative predatory mite sachets

  withstand both low and high levels of humidity, making them ideal for use in environments where traditional paper sachets are prone to dry out and perform [...] compostable, meaning they can be responsibly disposed of along with crop waste. Additionally, the moisture-resistant hooks used to hang the sachets ensure [...] foil used for Ulti-Mite opens up new possibilities in outdoor crop protection , such as citrus cultivation. The innovative packaging allows for stable

• Pollination checklist outdoor

  hive. Use of pesticides Exercise caution when using pesticides before and during flowering. Some pesticides can be harmful for pollinating insects and may [...] bumblebees ensure natural pollination in both indoor and outdoor crops. Good pollination in outdoor crops can be achieved by following the recommendations [...] plot for maximum results. The recommended number of hives is dependent on the crop and the presence of other pollinating insects. Bumblebees and honeybees

• Natutec Airbug

  Use the Natutec Airbug for the distribution of natural enemies in the crop. The Airbug can be used for both full-field distribution and for specific hot [...] coverage Storage conditions Store the Airbug and accessories in a dry and dust-free area. The Airbug can be stored in the supplied case. Always store the [...] pot Fill the dosing pot with the material to be released and close the lid Connect the tube to the blower and secure with a wing nut Place the fully charged

• Predatory mites

  to the local ecosystem through the use of chemical pesticides. Easy to use and integrate: Predatory mites can be used in combination with other beneficials [...] lus limonicus ( Limonica ) and Transeius montdorensis (Montdo-Mite) can be used to control whitefly. Predatory mites for fungus gnats There are two predatory [...] Avoid or check pesticide use: Refrain from using chemical pesticides simultaneously, as they can harm both pest and predatory mite populations. If chemical

• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  of agriculture, where traditional and organic practices complement each other, and how organic and traditional farming are getting closer together. "The [...] traditional and organic is actually quite pleasant," he explains. He emphasizes that his approach stemmed from both practical considerations and a conscious [...] certain traditional methods can no longer be applied. "10 years ago, organic farming was miles ahead in terms of sustainability and environmental friendliness

• Broad mite

  legs in both males and females is different to the others and not used for walking. The larvae stay in their larval cuticle for one or two days and then emerge [...] latus ) can occur both on vegetable and ornamental crops. Damage symptoms The damage caused by the broad mite ( Polyphagotarsonemus latus ) can look similar [...] severely attacked, the growing tip can be killed, plant growth stops and, in time, the whole plant dies off. Cork tissue can also develop on fruit. Where pierced

• Spidex offers a solution for dozens of crops

  February 3, 2023

  soft fruit, and woody fruit crops. Citrus is an important area of application. We are constantly on the lookout for new techniques for using this predatory [...] new, having first been introduced in 1967 when it was used solely in greenhouses on both vegetable and ornamental crops. It has since been proven that Spidex [...] solution in various crops, both in the greenhouse and the field. Ph ytoseiulus persimilis is a strong predatory mite that can thrive in multiple conditions

• Horiver Drystick

  Use Horiver Drystick for trapping and monitoring different flying insects. The traps work particularly well for bugs such as Lygus spp. and Nesidiocoris [...] Dosage For monitoring use one Horiver Drystick per 200 m 2 For trapping in hotspots use one Horiver Drystick per 2 to 20 m 2 Notes In contrast to Horiver [...] will then also be trapped Remove the silicone cover paper from both sides of the trap Replace the traps when largely covered by insects and/or debris Dosage

• Successful biocontrol in potatoes

  August 3, 2023

  that can be easily dissolved in water and applied with existing spraying and irrigation equipment; Trianum-G is a granular product that can be applied [...] biological fungicide and beneficial nematodes is proving to be the answer for many potato growers in Europe. Recent trials using Trianum in combination [...] of pests and diseases in potatoes got underway a few years ago in both Italy and Spain. 'We focused on two soilborne diseases – Rhizoctonia and Sclerotinia