• Spidex offers a solution for dozens of crops

  February 3, 2023

  mite is a global problem, but there is a solution – its natural enemy, the predatory mite Phytoseiulus persimilis is used globally in a wide range of food [...] Spidex is a biological control product based on the predatory mite Phytoseiulus persimilis . It is nothing new, having first been introduced in 1967 when [...] when it was used solely in greenhouses on both vegetable and ornamental crops. It has since been proven that Spidex is an effective solution in various

• Release Spical predatory mites as soon as possible!

  February 2, 2023

  drawback: they have a short lifespan. That’s why it’s important to release them into your crop as soon as possible after receipt so they can complete their [...] During transport, we keep the temperature as low as possible to ensure the predatory mites are ‘at rest’, consume little energy, and have a comfortable journey [...] journey. On arrival at your farm, they will warm up again and become active. Be quick It’s important to release them into the crop as soon as possible. After

• Trianum can hold its ground

  February 2, 2023

  Trichoderma harzianum T-22 fungus in Trianum is incredibly hardy. It can be used in combination with many other products, and even the use of most chemical products [...] effect on the effectiveness of Trianum. Despite this, an approach free of chemicals should always be the starting point. Pesticides can, directly or indirectly [...] , have a negative influence on beneficial micro-organisms: have effect on spore germination or mycelium growth. It is, therefore, important to check whether

• Swirski-Mite: the do’s and don'ts in a nutshell

  February 1, 2023

  If you decide to use Swirski-Mite to combat thrips and whitefly , it's important to ensure that the Amblyseius swirskii predatory mites can do their job [...] will you be guaranteed an optimum result. Do's If you can, apply Swirski-Mite as soon as it arrives at your company, preferably on the same day. If you can't [...] can't, store the product in a cool (10-15 °C), dry place for no more than one to two days. Use the swirskii predatory mites at the right time when the

• Whitefly – small pest, big problem

  February 2, 2023

  severe damage in vegetable, fruit, and ornamental crops. To minimize the impact, it’s important to be able to recognize damage as quickly as possible. The [...] larvae of greenhouse whitefly and tobacco whitefly need protein to grow, which they obtain by extracting sap from plants. The sap contains a variety of sugars; [...] sugars; the excess is secreted as honeydew. In many cases, sooty mold will form on the honeydew, which growers want to avoid. It makes fruit unsaleable,

• Thrips: a tiny pest with big consequences

  February 2, 2023

  species of thrips employ the same strategy: they prick the upper cells of a plant and suck them dry. The drained cells then fill with air and take on a silvery [...] symptoms also differ by thrips species and by crop. And that's not all: thrips can also cause a loss of vigor and production. So put, the consequences [...] quickly get out of hand. Thrips are not picky, with most thrips species targeting many plant species. However, there is a difference in where the thrips

• Trianum is a true all-rounder

  December 13, 2022

  Trianum is a crucial weapon in the fight against many different soil-borne fungal diseases. However, this biological fungicide not only combats soil-borne [...] soil-borne diseases in a targeted way but has also proven to be an effective plant growth promotor. As a result, Trianum promotes a stronger and more resilient [...] which gives the plant extra support in times of stress. This ensures that the plant is well-prepared and ready to defend itself against biotic and abiotic

• Want to know whether Spical will be effective? Check, check, and double-check!

  December 13, 2022

  numbers able to grow so explosively, you'll definitely want to know whether your IPM strategy is having an effect. Simply take a magnifying glass to quickly [...] Spical is doing. Spider mites often develop in hot spots, so you should release extra predatory mites in these places. This is also where you'll be able [...] able to see whether your strategy is effective. If it is, the affected areas won't grow in size. You'll still be able to see webs, but the spots won't become

• The use of Swirski-Mite brings great advantages!

  December 13, 2022

  Swirski-Mite can be seen as a kind of insurance. You can never be sure whether you will need to deal with thrips , but you are always ready - just in case. Biological [...] result in higher productivity and better-quality crops. The damage caused by chemical plant protection is often underestimated. However, the fact is that [...] active ingredients - and certainly the excipients - are toxic to plants. They inhibit enzyme processes, damage the waxy layer, and can lead to visible damage

• Spical predatory mite: a true all-rounder

  December 13, 2022

  mite isn't a picky eater – it's found in almost every crop worldwide. But there is hope: the mite's natural enemy, the predatory mite in Spical , is also at [...] at home in just about every crop. Neoseiulus californicus is only ineffective in crops such as tomatoes, so you'll have to find another solution to combat [...] spider mites in these cases. The most common spider mite is Tetranychus urticae , the two-spotted spider mite – and the predatory mite in Spical goes mad