• Rhizoctonia solani

  basidiospores. These spores don’t play a role in the epidemics or dispersal of the fungus, only the mycelium is important in this context. Thanatephorus cucumeris [...] soil-inhabiting fungus, that is very persistent in the soil. It overwinters as mycelium or sclerotia in the soil and on crop residues. It is also seed-borne [...] cucumeris depend on the time of infection. In general, the fungus causes symptoms on all plant parts that are in or close to the soil. Early infection of

• Fusarium spp.

  rot of potato): Potato ( Solanum tuberosum) Fusarium solani : Members of the Fusarium solani species complex (FSSC) are capable of causing disease in many [...] sulphureum ) causes dry rot of potato. The rot is dark and wet at first. The lesions are irregular and sharp-edged. In cavities, pink sporulation becomes [...] also produce ascospores. In general, the life cycle of different Fusarium species is similar. Fusarium overwinters for many years in the soil, and on crop

• Ervipar

  Pests Especially for potato aphid ( Macrosiphum euphorbiae ) and glasshouse potato aphid ( Aulacorthum solani ). Ervipar also parasitizes tobacco aphid [...] temperature 8-10°C/47-50°F. Storage conditions In the dark. Reviews New Approach Significantly Reduces Aphids in Soft Fruits Recommended for you Parasitic wasps [...] emerges through a hole at the rear of the mummy. The first mummies are noticed in the crop around 10-14 days after the first introduction. Visual effect Parasitized

• Koppert’s microbial solutions for sustainable food production

  October 15, 2020

  In Partnership with Nature Under the cloud of a global pandemic and changing climate, crop resilience has become a vital factor in our struggle to produce [...] which we are facing in agriculture and horticulture these days." "There would be no life on earth without bacteria, fungi and viruses – they are vital to [...] United Nations in 1979. It is the day on which international attention is paid to sufficient, nutritious and safe food for everyone. In September 2015

• Whitefly

  comparable in outline. Whitefly can be found in many different environments, but they are particularly common in greenhouse settings and in agricultural [...] whitefly Whiteflies are common pests in greenhouse and field crops, feeding on plant sap and transmitting harmful viruses. Their feeding weakens plants, causes [...] insects that are typically about 1-2 mm in length. They have a distinctive, triangular shape and hold their wings in a vertical position over their body when

• Ten facts about Fusarium

  December 9, 2021

  Pythium in cucumber Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen Mealybug control: Which beneficial should I use in my vineyard [...] vineyard? Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal Successful biocontrol in potatoes Big impact starts small Trianum can hold its ground Whitefly [...] forms which all specialize in one or just a few crops. This species of Fusarium grows inside the plant vessels resulting in the wilting that is characteristic

• When it comes to whitefly, misfortune never comes alone

  December 13, 2022

  problems such as mold and root diseases. Viruses as a bonus Whitefly is also capable of transmitting viruses, with the tobacco whitefly having a notably [...] The transmission of viruses is a major concern, considering that plants cannot fight back. Once a crop has to contend with a virus, it will be more susceptible [...] pest's feeding on the crop that is harmful; whitefly also poses a risk of virus transmission. Worse still is the likelihood that other diseases and pests

• Thrips: a tiny pest with big consequences

  February 2, 2023

  example, prefer flower buds and growth points, which don't grow or become deformed if damaged in their early stages. When the western flower thrips prick [...] which comes at the expense of the yield. Compare it to a developing flu virus in your own body: it takes so much energy to control the pathogens that you [...] thrips species targeting many plant species. However, there is a difference in where the thrips congregate and feed on the plant, as each type of thrips

• Biological Pest Control

  infestations in a greenhouse. Augmentative biological control can provide rapid results and is particularly useful when natural enemies are insufficient in the [...] balance of ecosystems and protect crops without resorting to harmful chemicals. In biological pest control, beneficial organisms like parasitic wasps and predatory [...] microbial insecticides, which are composed of naturally occurring bacteria, viruses, or fungi, can be used to target specific pest species while leaving non-target

• What is Biological Control?

  September 15, 2020

  collected in Australia and introduced in 57 countries, saving the citrus industry. 20th century When synthetic pesticides were developed in the 20 th century [...] diseases is not only applied in greenhouses, but increasingly in outdoor crops too. Nowadays it is the major control method in Integrated Pest Management [...] Successful biocontrol in potatoes Caterpillars: a growth explosion in the life of butterflies and moths Spot the caterpillar! Ten need-to-know facts about