• Pollination checklist Growing lights

  sure the hives are not overheated by the lamps and other means, or by the sun in spring and late autumn. The later the lights are turned on, the more [...] pollination. The sun activates the bumblebees 09:00 08:00 Keep the hives closed during one day of snowfall. If possible, remove the snow from the roof. 07:00 [...] connecting the transmitter to the climate computer. Heat Do not turn the lights on before midnight Screens and filters Place the Natupol hive with the WBH

• Long Lasting Protection From Thrips and Whitefly

  July 11, 2018

  difference. While the number of sachets remains the same, you are investing in a constantly larger population of predatory mites in your crop. This makes [...] of the predatory mites, Amblyseius swirskii in your crop with the same number of sachets! More natural enemies give rise to better distribution throughout [...] crop, resulting in optimum protection. Play your multiplier card too! Smart Growers Use Swirski-Mite LD Thanks to the combination of the doubled number

• FytoFert S - Row Crops Brochure

  vital for the synthesis of amino acids (such as cysteine and methionine), vitamins, and enzymes. FytoFert™S helps ensure that plants receive the necessary [...] distribution throughout the plant. Targets: Foliar application and soil application Product Specifications Improved root growth Liquid In-Furrow Product [...] Competition Scan the QR code for more information about FytoFertTM S Lower dose rates compared to conventional Sulfur. Easier to mix and clean the tank (less

• Help, whitefly! Now what?

  June 2, 2022

  More about whitefly control At a Glance: Allies in the Fight Against Whitefly The Spread of Whitefly The How and Why of IPM Swirski-Mite: First Aid for [...] 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

• 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

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

  December 18, 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!

  April 16, 2019

  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

• 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

• 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

• 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