How to protect bumblebees in cold

bumblebees and their performance. Right climate for bumblebee pollination in greenhouses In tunnels or greenhouses, the morning temperature needs to rise quickly [...] some key tips to ensure bumblebee colonies thrive in low temperatures: Warmth is key Place the hives in the warmest part of the tunnel/greenhouse, ensuring [...] place the hives above the crop. Managing humidity in winter While dehumidifying tunnels/greenhouses in winter, it's essential to keep an eye on the bumblebees

A turning point in Almeria: how predatory mites helped transform agriculture

Kris de Smet on predatory mites as a game-changer for horticulture in Almería - Original Stories

How to protect bumblebees from heat

bumblebees in regulating their climate in hot weather conditions. Bumblebee hives with a sustainable future Plant pollinator interaction in hot temperatures [...] temperatures We understand the vital role that bumblebees play in pollination , especially in hot temperature conditions. As temperatures rise, it is crucial [...] keep cool in hot summer conditions to be able to function optimally and carry out their valuable pollination work. Best practice for pollination in hot te

Maximize pollination in tomato

and when used strategically in combination with the right practices, they can significantly enhance fruit set and quality. In this guide, we will provide [...] hives together. It is important to position the hives in such a way that the hive exits point in different directions, away from the crop. This arrangement [...] Bumblebees play a vital role in achieving optimal pollination results for tomato crops. If you are seeking to optimize your crop's pollination process

Nematodes established solution for Nesidiocoris in France

beneficial nematode Capsanem in combination with an adjuvant to tackle Nesidiocoris . Tests were run by Koppert Spain in breeding cages in Almeria, demonstrating [...] against Nesidiocoris tenuis in France; especially this year when the pressure is really high, with Nesidiocoris showing up in crops from February onwards [...] cultivation, in Châteaurenard near Marseille, and have done for four generations. We have to control Nesidiocoris because it is very strong in this sector

Trianum effectively controls Pythium in cucumber

mat before putting out the new plants in ‘duo’ pots (two plants in one rockwool cube). He decided to do this in response to his crop’s susceptibility to [...] a farm covering over six hectares along Hoefslag road in the Dutch village of Pijnacker. Built in 2011, the farm has two sections. Hendriks grows high-wire [...] micromol). He sells his cucumbers to some major retailers in the Netherlands and occasionally to customers in Germany. Thrips, spider mites, and whitefly larvae

RedStar places trust in Natutec Scout

immediately see how the level of infestation is developing.’ A lot of time saved This trend in level of infestation pressure is now visible in easy-to-understand [...] you how the level of infestation is developing.’ At RedStar, Jan van Nieuwkerk is responsible for plant protection at the company's six locations in Vo [...] the chance of mistakes in biological plant protection is now much smaller. We have tested the app extensively and plan to use it in all our locations here

The journey of sustainable citrus farming in agriculture

to know Balbino Garre Martínez, a grower with over 35 years of experience in citrus and livestock farming. Balbino, along with his two brothers, operates [...] industry. Balbino's experience serves as an inspiring example, showcasing how agriculture can be both eco-conscious and productive.

Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control

products for our growers. As the result of many years of research and fine-tuning, Spidex is now delivered in a new formulation; with a greater impact on [...] travelling the given distance. In a bottle of Spidex Vital a more diverse population composition is present, so when applied in hotspots the adults are followed [...] on spider mite control: Spidex Vital Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control Born to fight Spidex Vital predatory mites are born to fight

Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

biological control of pests and diseases in crops such as raspberries, led them to make the decision to implement this tool in the production of Hass avocado. The [...] avocados and other farm products. Based in Michoacán, Mexico, this family business started using biological control in its raspberry production when it su [...] has allowed them to go one step further. Pest and disease control in avocado trees In avocado production there are a number of pests such as thrips , brown