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 [...] flower and generate vibrations, aiding in the transfer of pollen. Within one to four hours, the bumblebee's jaw imprints on the flower, commonly known as bite [...] 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

How to protect bumblebees in cold

and their performance. Right climate for bumblebee pollination in greenhouses In tunnels or greenhouses, the morning temperature needs to rise quickly to [...] the crop. Managing humidity in winter While dehumidifying tunnels/greenhouses in winter, it's essential to keep an eye on the bumblebees. Sometimes, worker [...] remain inside or around the hive to incubate the brood. It's crucial to protect the brood during such conditions to avoid damage Keep in mind that the

Trianum effectively controls Pythium in cucumber

grams of Trianium-G on each 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 [...] Neoseiulus cucumeris ( Thripex , in an overkill) keep thrips under control on the farm. Hendriks releases Montdorensis every week on half of his crop – the even [...] 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

RedStar places trust in Natutec Scout

says, ‘I am more interested in seeing the trend. Is the level of whitefly infestation staying the same or is it going up or down? I want to see that at [...] saved This trend in level of infestation pressure is now visible in easy-to-understand graphs. ‘It's about that line. Is it going up? Down? Or is it staying [...] improved. Jan says the following on that: ‘I load the app, the map appears on the screen, and I can immediately see what whitefly or other pest is doing. If necessary

Nematodes established solution for Nesidiocoris in France

interest in the method that we have validated in the field. The results are very clear. It is very effective on the larvae. The nematodes also act on Macrolophus [...] assets on our farm, which has been practising IPM for as long as it has existed in France. We saw that it was effective. We have used Capsanem on several [...] beneficial nematode Capsanem in combination with an adjuvant to tackle Nesidiocoris . Tests were run by Koppert Spain in breeding cages in Almeria, demonstrating

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 [...] solutions have not only proven to be successful but also reduced the reliance on chemical pesticides. The path to environmental friendly farming Dedicated

Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control

is now delivered in a new formulation; with a greater impact on spider mite control: Spidex Vital Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control [...] Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control Even more impact on spider mite control! It all started with Spidex ( Phytoseiulus persimilis ) [...] 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

Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal

excellent results in pepper crops for processing in Portugal, a country where this biological fungicide has been registered since 2018 in its two formulations [...] was carried out with the company Sociedade Agrícola Militão, in the town of Ribatejo, in a pepper crop for the processing industry. Pedro Militão is one [...] the roots. It was in this way that we first learned about Trianum-P, a biological solution with which we have confirmed an increase in plant resistance

Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

increase in effective organic methods." Limitation in usage chemical pesticides The increasing interest, especially from governmental bodies, in organic [...] In Dronten lies Koen's farm, where traditional and organic agriculture come together. In an interview, Koen shares his personal experiences and insights [...] organic farming was miles ahead in terms of sustainability and environmental friendliness, but that gap is getting smaller. In 15 years, I expect there will

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