• Western flower thrips

  vegetable and ornamental crops in greenhouses, and on various weeds. It is an especially significant pest in cucumber, sweet pepper, eggplants, and many ornamental [...] developing plant tissues such as growing tips and flower buds. When these tissues develop further, the leaves and flowers can appear grossly deformed. Severely [...] important vector for both tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV) and impatiens necrotic spot virus (INSV). Both viruses affect a wide range of plants, and often a single

• Caterpillars

  solutions for caterpillars, professional growers can protect their crops effectively and sustainably, ensuring consistent quality and yield. Solutions for caterpillar [...] leaves, stems and fruits, causing serious damage to greenhouse and field crops. Their feeding reduces photosynthesis, weakens plants and directly affects [...] on leaves and young shoots, and their enormous feeding capacity can rapidly decimate a plant. Very small caterpillars are not able to chew and therefore

• Natupol Excel

  visible (entrance and exit). Do not remove the small grey door under the lid Pollination performance and duration varies per crop and depends on environmental [...] Natupol Excel is developed for crops with a high amount of flowers per m² (35-60 flowers) per week, and for crops grown under artificial light or in warmer [...] both colony size and pollination performance. After some weeks the colony will reach its maximum size and starts declining in size and pollination activity

• Aphelinus abdominalis

  s is a parasitic wasp for the biological control of various aphid species. The parasitic wasp Aphelinus abdominalis is used for the biological control [...] recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use of Aphelinus abdominalis The parasitic [...] introduction site for a few days The dosage of Aphilin depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation.

• Natupol

  visible (entrance and exit). Do not remove the small grey door under the lid Pollination performance and duration varies per crop and depends on environmental [...] Natupol Excel Start Up can be used for a wide range of crops, grown on surfaces bigger than 2000 m² and with approximately 25-35 flowers per m² per week [...] both colony size and pollination performance. After some weeks the colony will reach its maximum size and starts declining in size and pollination activity

• Tomato

  involve regular and systematic inspection of crops to identify the presence and severity of pests and diseases. Growers use various techniques, including [...] in monitoring and scouting for plant pests in agriculture and horticulture. Rollertraps are used in case large numbers of whiteflies and thrips are present [...] control, crop rotation, and careful monitoring, IPM not only preserves the health of tomato crops but also contributes to sustainable and environmentally responsible

• Plant Disease Management

  diseases is a method used to manage and reduce the impact of plant diseases by utilizing beneficial organisms. This method relies on the use of living organisms [...] diseases, caused by various pathogens such as fungi, bacteria, and viruses, can wreak havoc on agricultural crops and ornamental plants. For successful biological [...] disease management and improved crop health. They work by outcompeting pathogens for space and nutrients, parasitizing pathogens, and strengthening plant

• Maximize pollination in tomato

  efficient and reliable pollinators, and when used strategically in combination with the right practices, they can significantly enhance fruit set and quality [...] pollination and unlock the secrets to maximize your tomato harvest. Need our tips for hive placement? Download our poster here. Checklist for pollination [...] n in tomato Tips for tomato pollination Buzz pollination and bite marks To initiate pollination , bumblebees employ a technique called buzz pollination

• Cucumber

  involve regular and systematic inspection of crops to identify the presence and severity of pests and diseases. Growers use various techniques, including [...] in monitoring and scouting for plant pests in agriculture and horticulture. Rollertraps are used in case large numbers of whiteflies and thrips are present [...] IPM strategies is crucial for effectively controlling and mitigating the impacts of these pests and diseases. By combining various techniques such as cultural

• World Soil Day

  December 3, 2020

  adoption of sustainable land use and soil management practices.” The UN’s Sustainable Development Goals are the blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable [...] will keep soil alive and protect its biodiversity for many generations to come,” Age concludes. Useful information and sources: Food and Agriculture Organization [...] agricultural practices and not overusing chemical pesticides and fertilizers, others continue to deplete the earth’s soil resources faster than the nutrients can