Fusarium wilt

General Fusarium is a group of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species [...] mycelium cells) or mycelium. Survival is also possible on seed, greenhouse structures, tools and machinery. Primary infection is either seed-borne or takes place [...] fruit rot, head blight in cereals and post-harvest decay. Fusarium oxysporum is the species causing vascular wilt. First the leaves turn yellow and wilt,

Enhancing the efficiency of biocontrol applications with Natutec Airobreez

Airobreez has transformed our approach to biological crop protection ," says Tim from Labeau in the Netherlands. "Our greenhouse layout and equipment make using [...] As one of the first adopters of the Airobreez, the company has benefited from this advanced application device, which offers growers improved precision [...] beneficial organisms – used for biological crop protection . "The device is lightweight, easy to handle, and quick to refill, making biocontrol applications

Blackberry

About The blackberry is an edible fruit that originates from a wide range of species belonging to the genus Rubus that is part of the family of Rosaceae [...] Rosaceae , but also from hybrids within the Rubus subgenus, and hybrids between the Rubus and Idaeobatus subgenera. The blackberry is actually not a berry b [...] botanically speaking. It is a so-called aggregate fruit that consists of small kernels.

House fly

many different pathogens from contaminated breeding sites to healthy animals and people over large distances. Musca domestica is a confirmed vector for over [...] worldwide long ago as a commensal organism to human populations; the housefly is always found in association with human activity. As the most common species [...] cycle and appearance of House fly The adult house fly ( Musca domestica ) is 6–7 mm long, yellowish-grey to dark grey in colour, with four narrow black

Optimal placement of bumblebee hives

it is crucial to position the hives in visible locations, enabling easy identification and access for both parties. For optimal visibility, it is recommended [...] autumn when the Wireless Beehome System is closed. In times of high temperatures, protect your bumblebees from heat . Low light condition (Winter) In winter [...] protection from direct sunlight in the afternoon using screens placed above the hives.In times of low temperature, protect your bumblebees from cold . R

Pea

About This popular vegetable is a round seed in the seed pod of the fruit, Pisum sativum . Pods of this plant develop from the ovary of a pea flower and [...] and carry numerous peas. The vegetable is a bright green colour, sometimes yellow or purple and widely grown as a cool season vegetable crop. Immature peas [...] consumed as a vegetable and often canned or frozen. Dry peas are shelled from matured pods.

Fusarium spp.

Fusarium spp. is a group of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species are [...] The rot is dark and wet at first. The lesions are irregular and sharp-edged. In cavities, pink sporulation becomes visible. Fusarium solani is a complex [...] and appearance of Fusarium spp. Fusarium is a group of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host

Aphipar-M

rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The dosage of [...] Myzus persicae var. persicae ). Mode of action Adult parasitic wasps emerge from the mummies and females lay their eggs into aphids . The next generation [...] preventively soon after planting of the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 0.25-4 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated at least 3 times. Consult

Aphidend

of action Adult gall midges emerge from the pupae and deposit their eggs in the aphid colonies. After emerging from the eggs the larvae consume the aphids [...] Introduction rates typically range from 1-10 per m2/release. Releases should be repeated at weekly intervals until control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor [...] significantly at higher temperatures. As gall-midges are active at night, it is crucial to keep the night temperature above 12°C/61°F, to ensure optimal

Gerbera

flowering plant is originally from South Africa and grew among others in the Cape Province and Transvaal region. Nowadays, the gerbera is still popular and [...] crossing the Gerbera jamesonii with another species from South Africa, the Gerbera viridifolia. The result is generally known as Gerbera hybrida and there are [...] but one flower can have petals in varying colours. In addition, the gerbera is also used as a model organism with regards to botanical studies.