• Stable fly

  General Stable flies belong to the genus Stomoxys , Latin for “sharp mouth”; a fitting moniker, as these flies are the only members of the Muscidae family [...] eggs. They are highly mobile insects and can travel up to 20 km in search of new hosts. Damage symptoms Stable flies typically congregate on the legs of livestock [...] Like the house fly, females tend to be larger and have more widely spaced eyes than males. Females require a blood meal just prior to egg laying and never

• From Grower To Biological Pest Control Expert

  May 25, 2026

  work. Jeremy Webber rose through several New England production facilities, and was Director of Operations for a large perennial wholesale nursery. He’s [...] Keeping It Green welcomed Jeremy Webber, Ornamental Consultant Team Manager for Koppert US, as the featured industry expert in their Season 4, Episode 4 broadcast [...] Sandy Feather and Tim Abbey sit down with Jeremy to hear his take on working for Koppert, the industry leader in biological pest control . From personal experience

• Bacilirid

  preventative treatment. Apply when environmental conditions are favorable for disease development, but prior to disease onset. Check the label for each crop [...] crop and situation. For use as a soil or growing media treatment Apply Bacilirid as a waterbased slurry to soil or growing media for prevention, control, [...] Check the label for pre-plant growing media and post-plant application instructions for each crop and situation. Dosage Check the label for each crop and

• Caterpillar control with nematodes

  rely on nematodes as a permanent solution for biological crop protection . Beneficial nematodes are also safe for growers and consumers alike. Nematodes do [...] on crops, which make them safe for the growers who handle them and the people who consume them. Efficacy of nematodes for controlling caterpillars Beneficial [...] conditions, nematodes survive on the leaf surface for many hours to several days. Correct application for best results To ensure the best results, spray when:

• Beneficial Nematodes against Horticultural Pests

  dies within a few days. The nematodes that emerge then start their search for a new host. Part of the IPM toolbox Nematodes have increasingly become a powerful [...] it cannot be controlled by nematodes. Koppert is continuously researching new possibilities. Protected Vegetables Pest Larva Adult Fungus gnats / Sciarids [...] nematodes measure much less than a millimeter, so cannot be seen with the naked eye. As small as they are, they play an important role in the biological control

• Natutec Scout

  scout observations by mobile phone manually or use the scanner for Horiver sticky cards for automatic detection of pests. The dashboard provides you with [...] effective decision-making for crop management. This allows growers to target specific areas of their crops and minimize unnecessary treatments. Increased efficiency [...] scouting crops for pests and diseases. Save time and increase efficiency by automating data collection and analysis, freeing up labor resources for other tasks

• Spider mites and other mites

  seen with the naked eye and only have four legs. Tarsonemid mites cannot also not be seen with the naked eye but have eight legs. For these plant mites a [...] other plants that may serve as a host for mites, and implementing a rigorous cleaning and disinfection program for all tools, equipment, and surfaces. Finally [...] fast reproduction makes early detection and continuous control essential for maintaining healthy, productive crops. Biological control of spider mites

• How to protect bumblebees in cold

  productivity. We understand the importance of creating the ideal conditions for bumblebees to thrive and optimize their pollination activity. To ensure the [...] greater the impact on the bumblebees and their performance. Right climate for bumblebee pollination in greenhouses In tunnels or greenhouses, the morning [...] needs to rise quickly to reach the minimum 24-hour temperature of 15 ºC for optimal plant development. When your crop is healthy and the average 24-hour

• Looking Back at NECANN Boston 2025

  April 30, 2025

  We’re back from our recent trip to New England for the NECANN Boston 2025 cannabis show. It was good to get out of the greenhouses and circulate among [...] among the cannabis growers. NECANN is a hub of activity for New England growers of many ilks: home growers, small businesses, and large volume commercial e [...] bottles. Other useful items were free for the taking as well, including durable scouting journals, quality pens for out in the field, and lanyards to hold

• Phyllokare Tomato Outdoor Leaflet

  PhylloKare™ The New Standard in Biostimulants PhylloKare is a premium Ascophyllum nodosum biostimulant produced through a proprietary alkaline extraction [...] season after season. PhylloKare provides consistent, reliable performance for outdoor tomato growers by delivering three critical advantages that directly [...] health and microbial activity, and offers a sustainable solution suitable for both conventional and organic systems. Consistent It delivers dependable