Open field pollination

plays a pivotal role in the formation of fruits and seeds. In the context of open field crop cultivation, effective pollination is key to bountiful harvests [...] number colonies is the best choice for long flowering crops. Outdoor crops pollination advice Achieving optimal pollination in outdoor crops is vital for ensuring [...] growers a flying start to optimal pollination. Advantages of bumblebees in open field In the realm of outdoor crop pollination , both honeybees and bumblebees

Early blight

General The only known stage in all Alternaria species is the asexual stage. Conidia and mycelium overwinter in the soil and on crop residues and cause [...] are wet. Small differences in optimum temperature occur between species, but in general the risk of Alternaria infection is larger under quite warm and [...] Infection is both direct and through wounds and stomata. Spores are dispersed by wind and in some species through the splash of rain. How to prevent Early

Black rot of carrots

General The only known stage in all Alternaria species is the asexual stage. Conidia and mycelium overwinter in the soil and on crop residues and cause [...] are wet. Small differences in optimum temperatures occur between species, but in general, the risk of Alternaria infection is larger under quite warm and [...] Infection is both direct and through wounds and stomata. Spores are dispersed by wind and in some species through the splash of rain. How to prevent Black

Tarnished plant bug

bug) is native to North America, and it is especially common across the eastern half of the continent, from northern Canada to southern Mexico. It is one [...] Adult Lygus lineolaris are true bugs that can grow up to 6.5 mm in length and are variable in colour; generally they are brown with yellow, orange or red accents [...] develop dark spots on the thorax and abdomen as well as wingpads. The lygus bug completes its life cycle in three to four weeks.

Trial results onion fly and bean seed fly

been selected to target specific pest insects. How does it work? After application, the nematodes set out in search of their prey. They can actively hunt [...] an important role in the biological control of many pests. Meet Frank Keijzer, the owner of a 57-hectare organic arable farm and is growing a wide variety [...] Casea 3 Billion/ha Capirel 3 Billion/ha Effective control of bean seed fly in beans (Delia platura) Capirel efficacy (% damage reduction compared to untreated

Tobacco whitefly

insect was first identified on tobacco in Greece in 1889, hence the name tabaci . It has subsequently been found in most tropical and subtropical countries [...] the population is very large, feeding on plant sap can affect the physiology of the plant, as a result of which growth is retarded. In full sunlight, leaves [...] crops. This is particularly important in ornamentals . The larvae inject enzymes into the plant that alter their normal physiological processes. In some host

Steinernema feltiae

host, resulting in the emergence of a new generation of nematodes that can continue to seek out and infect other pests in the area. In this way, Steinernema [...] Steinernema feltiae nematodes Steinernema feltiae is a species of beneficial nematode commonly used in biological pest control . These microscopic roundworms [...] and environmentally friendly approach to pest management in agriculture and horticulture. How do Steinernema feltiae nematodes work? Steinernema feltiae

Phytophthora blight

higher water content than is optimal for crop growth. Phytophthora overwinters in roots, infected tubers and bulbs or in the soil in different stages: as oospores [...] infection is either by germinating sporangia or by zoospores produced in the sporangia. For germination on above-ground plant parts, leaf wetness is required [...] required. Dispersal is by wind and rain causes the pathogen to be returned to the soil from infected plants. Dispersal in the soil happens via water, since

Natupol Excel

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 [...] (<10 hours light) position the hive near the top of plants, in such a way that the hive is exposed to the first daylight Wait for at least 15 minutes after [...] maximum 1 day. Storage temperature 15–25°C. Storage conditions Keep hives in a well ventilated environment, out of direct sunlight. Hygiene Never move a hive

Bacterial canker of tomato

infection is mostly from infected propagation material. It spreads to other seedlings by touching the plants in greenhouse crops and by water in field crops [...] General Clavibacter is a quarantine organism in Europe, which means that strong efforts are used to prevent the bacterium from entering. When the occasional [...] occasional infection is found, strict measures are taken to eradicate the infection. In tomato, growers must either destroy the infected crop entirely or,