• World Soil Day

  December 3, 2020

  misbalances in the soil; that is the reason why we have problems with certain plant diseases,” Age continues. Soil degradation negatively affects the livelihoods [...] to raise awareness of the importance of maintaining healthy ecosystems and human well-being by addressing the growing challenges in soil management, fighting [...] with plants and animals in the ecosystem, forming a complex web of activity. Plant roots, can also be considered as soil organisms in view of their symbiotic

• Help, whitefly! Now what?

  June 2, 2022

  whitefly in your crop. What are the options? When should I do what? Determine the strategy that you intend to follow and stick to it. Scout the crop thoroughly [...] thoroughly. Is the infestation localized to one spot or spread throughout the crop? To choose an effective control method, you first need to know the scope of [...] the population. Note that these methods can also harm the natural enemies of whitefly. You can always check the side effects app from Koppert for further

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  other materials or the manner of use or application, all of which are beyond the control of the manufacturer. In no case shall the manufacturer be liable [...] stress. To achieve the desired results, the levels of major and minor nutrients must be adequate to support the increase in production. The following rates [...] other materials or the manner of use or application, all of which are beyond the control of the manufacturer. In no case shall the manufacturer be liable

• Podcast with Tech OnDemand: Bill Calkins interviews Jeremy Webber, National Ornamental Team Manager

  December 15, 2024

  crop protection programs. Jeremy works with experienced teams in the field and in the lab and has a tremendous amount of knowledge regarding modern integrated [...] from Jeremy’s article in the 2024 GrowerTalks BioSolutions Guide . Bill Calkins is widely known as the editor of Tech On Demand, the email newsletter discussing [...] discussing technical topics in the horticultural industry. In his companion podcast, he and his expert guest speakers deliver weekly cultural and technical

• Thrips Can Get Out of Hand Quickly!

  August 18, 2021

  infestation in no time! The temperature in particular determines how quickly the problem spreads: the higher the temperature it is, the more active the thrips [...] and the faster they multiply. This is why the insects feel so at home in a warm greenhouse. Other factors also play a role, such as humidity and the type [...] 15°C/59°F, the development from egg to adult takes about 40 days. At 30 °C/86°F, it takes just nine to eleven days (it varies a bit depending on the species

• Does Swirskii Really Do What it's Intended To?

  June 5, 2019

  some patience. The same applies to the use of Swirski-Mite , which contains the predatory mite Amblyseius swirskii . The predatory mites in Swirski-Mite [...] notice adult pests in the beginning, even when the natural enemies are working hard to contain the problem. So you may still see the adult whitefly happily [...] only eat insects that are in their early phase. For whitefly , these are the fresh eggs and the youngest larvae; for thrips , the first and second larval

• Fungi and Bacteria Deserve Greater Appreciation!

  May 31, 2019

  ’ Positive Image In fact, it's strange that fungi and bacteria have such a negative image. The reality is that the useful ones have the upper hand. As a [...] soil-borne diseases. The plant is also teeming with organisms, inside and out, the function of which is not yet known in many cases. What's certain is that [...] recent increase in caterpillar problems, this hero from history is once again in the spotlight today. Bacillus subtillis and Bacillus amyloliquefaciens – parts

• A life-long passion for predatory mites

  October 21, 2024

  category above the rest in the mite production field as it guarantees the optimal establishment of the predatory mites in crops, especially in dry conditions [...] prolong the duration of their efficacy. It’s all about maintaining the moisture in the sachets; keeping the moisture inside without harming the mites and [...] insects in the crop. ‘They show an incredible capacity to convert pests into food for the next generation of mites. They have an enormous impact in the crop

• Tomato Disease Top 10 Topped by mildew and Botrytis

  May 30, 2019

  cells and lives from the content of the dead cells. The affected areas grow quickly and cause a lot of damage, especially if the stems are also affected [...] Trianum strengthens the plant's resistance and provides a certain degree of resistance to the fungus. Powdery Mildew In fact, the method of combating mildew [...] strike depends heavily on the circumstances. But every grower must have something in their bag of tricks to defend against the fungal diseases mildew and

• Koppert bumblebee hives: fresh look, trusted quality

  June 19, 2023

  valuable work in the best condition possible. Our product quality targets encompass five key aspects: the hive's design and effectiveness, the selection, [...] benefit from the latest research findings and solutions. Keeping our finger on the pulse also means listening attentively to growers in the field and actively [...] expertise, we guarantee just that. Our Natupol hives meet the demands of the bumblebees, the logistic chain, and growers' needs, making sure growers can