• Pollination

  same flower it is called self-pollination. Cross pollination, is the transfer of pollen from the anther of one flower to the stigma of another flower on [...] these products. Pollination is the transfer of pollen from the anthers of the flower to the stigma of the flower. If the pollen is transferred from anther [...] What is pollination? Pollination is an annual challenge for growers when it comes to the production of vegetables, fruit and seed. Well pollinated crops

• Apple blossom weevil

  What is apple blossom weevil? The apple blossom weevil (Anthonomus pomorum) is an important early-season pest of apple orchards. Adult weevils emerge before [...] buds. Females lay a single egg inside unopened flower buds before sealing the opening. Development Larvae develop inside the flower buds, feeding on floral [...] before flowering and feed on developing buds before laying eggs inside unopened flower buds. The larvae develop within the buds, preventing blossoms from

• Thrips

  larval instars, a pre-pupa and a pupal instar, and finally the adult insect. The eggs are kidney-shaped and have a white or yellow shell. Before a female deposits [...] control Learn more about What are thrips? Several species of thrips are a major problem in greenhouse horticulture. The Western flower thrips ( Frankliniella [...] which is a type of waste material that they produce as they feed. The frass looks like small black or white specks on the surface of leaves or flowers and

• Thrips Can Get Out of Hand Quickly!

  April 16, 2019

  point is that western flower thrips love both plant juices and pollen, multiplying much faster on flowering plants than on a crop without flowers. A female [...] Western Flower Thrips Frankliniella occidentalis damage on phalaenopsis A quick response is required if thrips are to be brought under control. A small spot [...] conditions, a population of western flower thrips is even capable of doubling within just four days! Thrips are extremely tenacious and demand a great deal

• Whitefly – small pest, big problem

  February 2, 2023

  greenhouse crops are safe from whitefly Help, whitefly! Now what? What is Biological Control? At a Glance: Allies in the Fight Against Whitefly The Spread [...] Trianum can hold its ground Swirski-Mite: the do’s and don'ts in a nutshell Trianum is a true all-rounder Want to know whether Spical will be effective? [...] Ulti-Mite Sachets? Quality is Key at Koppert! Infestation Levels in Tomato Crops: A Look at the Top Four Does Swirskii Really Do What it's Intended To? Swi

• Thrips parvispinus: The Tiny Pest Growers Can't Afford to Ignore

  August 18, 2026

  within flowers, developing tissues, and protected plant structures, making early detection difficult. The result is a pest that can quickly turn a seemingly [...] control: always a good idea Trianum can hold its ground Whitefly – small pest, big problem Thrips: a tiny pest with big consequences Trianum is a true all-rounder [...] into a significant management challenge. Why Is It So Difficult to Detect? One of the biggest challenges associated with Thrips parvispinus is that i

• Apple sawfly

  What is apple sawfly? Apple sawfly (Hoplocampa testudinea) is an important early-season pest of apple orchards. Adult sawflies emerge during flowering [...] typically during apple blossom, and lay eggs individually in open flowers or flower buds. Larval development After hatching, larvae initially feed just [...] biological support. Monitoring apple sawfly Regular monitoring during flowering is essential for timely management. Inspect orchards for: Adult sawflies

• Botrytis: ten must-knows

  November 15, 2021

  Appreciation! Botrytis is an above-ground fungus, and there are many species. The fungus is found all over the world and can infect a wide variety of plants [...] 'Botrytis facts'. Botrytis is also called 'grey mold'. This name indicates exactly what the fungus looks like: grey powder on leaves, flowers, fruit, or the stem [...] in Portugal Natutec Drive – ‘In a class of its own!’ Biofungicide that gives soil-borne diseases no chance! What is Biological Control? Fungi and Bacteria

• In Search of the Relationship Between NatuGro and Nitrogen Release

  February 18, 2020

  years in a row. And not just by a small amount, but spectacularly so: by 10% to 15% every year. The main reason for this is a higher rate of flower development [...] NatuGro? And what level of nitrogen makes the plants more attractive to aphids , for example, and what is the precise reason for this? What are the limits [...] Koppert is trying to find an optimum balance in strawberry crops: is it possible to achieve the same levels of production and quality with a lower dose

• Tomato

  Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is of importance in tomato cultivation. Tomatoes are exceptionally susceptible to a range of formidable pests, including [...] bacterial and fungal diseases pose a continuous threat to tomato plants, potentially decimating yields. IPM emerges as a critical strategy. This approach [...] precision pest monitoring and real-time pest detection alerts. Natutec Scout is a crop scouting tool for effective and efficient pest monitoring. With Natutec