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• Bacterial wilt, brown rot

  may remain latent until conditions are more favourable. This makes it more difficult to recognize infected fields. How to prevent Bacterial wilt, brown rot [...] plants. Damage symptoms In potato, field symptoms of Ralstonia solanacearum are wilting and yellowing of leaves and stunted plants. Inside, vascular browning [...] of plants happens rapidly. Leaves remain green after wilting, until they are completely desiccated. Infected stems show long, dark brown streaks. The vascular

• Rhyzobug - Ready to deal with armoured scales

  pursuit to help growers biologically control pests in their outdoor crops, we are excited to introduce the newest member to our family: Rhyzobug ( Rhyzobius [...] mango and avocado Rhyzobug is an effective tool to control armoured scale. How to recognize damage of armoured scales Armoured scales can cause severe damage [...] It’s recommended to start introduction as soon as the first armoured scales are detected. You apply it in the evening and tap the beetles directly onto the

• Bacterial canker of tomato

  means that strong efforts are used to prevent the bacterium from entering. When the occasional infection is found, strict measures are taken to eradicate the [...] entire crop of the affected field and potatoes from other fields on the farm, are labelled as ‘suspect’ that year. On the infected field no potatoes or other [...] usually only occurs in the second half of the season. The first symptoms are wilting of the lower leaves and subsequent expansion of the wilt upwards.

• Grey mould

  mould’s ( Botryotinia fuckeliana / Botrytis cinerea ) most common symptoms are grey-brown lesions. The lesions occur on leaves, stems, fruits and flowers [...] content of the plant cells as nutrients. On the infected area, new spores are formed within a few days. Under circumstances unfavourable for germination [...] surface and still germinate when the RH increases, for example when cut flowers are harvested and put into cold storage. Wounds can also provide the fungus with

• Steinernema feltiae

  commonly used in biological pest control . These microscopic roundworms are parasitic and are known for their effectiveness in controlling a variety of pests, [...] systems: Pressure-compensated irrigation systems are recommended. If not available, spray or drench applications are recommended. For injection through Dosatr [...] releasing symbiotic bacteria that kill the host within a few days. They are often applied to the soil as a biological control method to target pest larvae

• Heterorhabditis bacteriophora

  commonly used in biological pest control . These microscopic roundworms are parasitic and are known for their effectiveness in controlling a variety of insect [...] systems: Pressure-compensated irrigation systems are recommended. If not available, spray or drench applications are recommended. For injection through Dosatr [...] larvae of beetles (including grubs). Heterorhabditis bacteriophora nematodes are usually applied to the soil. This biological control method, offers a natural

• Pollination checklist outdoor

  crop and the presence of other pollinating insects. Bumblebees and honeybees are able to complement each other's pollination work and can therefore be released [...] the list of side effects, on paper or via the Internet . This list states how each product can be integrated with the use of bumblebees.

• Parasitic wasps

  What are parasitic wasps? Parasitic wasps are small insects that play a crucial role in natural pest control. They are called "parasitic" because they [...] eventually killing it. These wasps are highly specialized, with different species targeting specific pests. They are effective in reducing the population [...] horticulture and agriculture. Unlike chemical pesticides, parasitic wasps are natural and do not harm beneficial insects, animals, or the environment. Benefits

• Aphidoletes aphidimyza

  threads. The cocoons are covered with small particles of soil and are about 2 mm long. Adult Stage: Adult Aphidoletes aphidimyza are small, slender flies [...] stics at each stage. Here's how growers can identify the different life stages: Egg Stage: Aphidoletes aphidimyza eggs are tiny and elongated, usually [...] colonies. They are translucent orange and difficult to see without magnification. Larval Stage: The larvae of Aphidoletes aphidimyza are the primary predatory