• Understanding Orius

  July 12, 2024

  them during the entire year, they just need to be introduced to your growing space weekly or bi-weekly. How Well Does Thripor Establish? Depending on the [...] density has also been researched to have a significant impact on the longevity (how long they live) and fecundity (how many eggs they lay during a lifetime) [...] friendly alternative to chemical pesticides. Orius can be released into greenhouses or grow rooms when thrips populations are low to moderate (before significant

• Thripex-Mini

  is recommended to carry out a small field test to monitor the effects. Best working conditions The predatory mite is not susceptible to diapause and therefore [...] short life expectancy and therefore need to be introduced to the crop as soon as possible after receipt. Failure to do so can have a negative impact on their [...] cause slight damage to some crops, especially with a large number of mites and high humidity. Therefore consult your supplier prior to using Thripex and

• Roots Growers positive about Mycotal against whitefly

  yet to find out how much of the effect can be attributed to Mycotal.’ Greater peace of mind Nevertheless, Sam is adamant that Mycotal has helped to combat [...] e Mycotal . ‘We want our cultivation to be as organic as possible, and we’ve seen how Mycotal really helps us to achieve that.’ So says Sam van der Knaap [...] particular a crucial factor. ‘We obviously want our cultivation to be as organic as possible. It has to be, as there’s only one chemical product against whitefly

• Mastering the Battle Against Lawn Pests: White Grubs and Leatherjacket Edition

  April 25, 2024

  starlings and black birds may feast on the damaged turf. How to Check for an Infestation in your Lawn? To check if your lawn is infested with white grubs or [...] stated above), you do not have to worry about soil temperature. Nematodes are sensitive to Ultraviolet Light (UV). It is best to avoid spraying in direct sunlight [...] printed on the package. When preparing to apply the product, take the packets out of the box and allow them to acclimate to room temperature for 30 minutes.

• Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

  the opportunity to continue the business. While the trend towards organic farming was growing, Koen felt that it would be too quick to completely abandon [...] abandon traditional methods. He decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience in using biological crop [...] protection . As a result, he acquires a lot of knowledge and is prepared to fully transition to biological crop protection when the government decides that certain

• Koppert One

  expert-backed insights to support your decisions. The Digital Assistant also helps you with questions about Koppert products and how to control key pests and [...] designed to simplify and strengthen biological crop protection . By combining expert knowledge, smart tools, and real-time data, it empowers growers to make [...] your exact location. Clear ratings (from Poor to Excellent) show you instantly whether it’s the right moment to act. No guesswork. No unnecessary risk. With

• Harnessing the Power of Parasitic Wasps

  March 21, 2024

  crop depending on how they are used. When parasitism levels are high: removed leaves can be left on the floor to allow parasites time to hatch out and cycle [...] fruit & flowers to be discarded for aesthetics. Acting as a vector for various plant diseases, transmitting pathogens from infected plants to healthy ones [...] damage to the crop. Some of the damage will be just like other whitefly damage (detailed above), however the Bemisia Whitefly is also known to transfer

• Pollination checklist outdoor

  positioning, wait 30 minutes before opening the little doors to give the bumblebees to time to become calm again. Transportation and shaking movements can [...] crop immediately after delivery, or a maximum of one day later, to allow the bumblebees to gather food. Position the hives evenly throughout the plot for [...] by bumblebees in addition to the target crop. You should therefore mow or cut down any flowering weeds in and around the area to be pollinated. Protect the

• Aphelinus abdominalis

  Koppert as Aphilin . Aphelinus abdominalus products Aphilin Expand all items How to use Aphelinus abdominalis The parasitic wasp is available in a bottle ( [...] Aphilin depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively soon after planting [...] the antennae. She turns herself around, curls up the wing tips, and will try to pierce the aphid in the abdomen with her long ovipositor. The ovipositor will

• Agriflora PRO

  When to use Agriflora PRO? Use Agriflora PRO to enhance plant growth and improve yield in outdoor crops. The beneficial bacteria in this combination f [...] Mix or apply Agriflora PRO to the fertilizer at a concentration that will ensure a correct final dosage of product is applied to the plants. Best working [...] suppress soil-borne pathogens and by outcompeting them for space and nutrients. How does Agriflora PRO work? Agriflora PRO is composed of PGPR (Plant Growth Promoting