Tree specialist Wolterinck: Control of oak processionary caterpillar with Entonem

Wolterinck BV in Beltrum, the Netherlands, is a specialist in tree care and weed control and works on behalf of local authorities and governmental bodies [...] continues, ‘The product has a guaranteed firm, preventive effect, it’s a 100% natural and it helps preserve biodiversity.’ [...] Bacillus thuringiensis -based products. ‘That is effective around ten days in and if the trees have at least 30% of their leaf cover, Bacillus thuringiensis

Tarnished plant bug

to North America, and it is especially common across the eastern half of the continent, from northern Canada to southern Mexico. It is one of the most damaging [...] 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 [...] the thorax and abdomen as well as wingpads. The lygus bug completes its life cycle in three to four weeks.

Fall Armyworm

polyphagous pest that is indigenous throughout the Americas. Recently, it has been found in Africa too. The caterpillars of fall armyworms feed on the leaves [...] disperse in a radius of about 500 km (300 miles) before oviposition, which is sufficient for them to move from seasonally dry habitats to wet habitats in Central [...] the warm, humid evenings. Females lay their eggs in clusters of 150-200 and can lay up to 2000 eggs in a lifetime. Eggs are white, pinkish or light green

Aphidius matricariae

and is widely recognized for its role in biological pest control of aphids . This small wasp is a valuable natural enemy in both agricultural and horticultural [...] available in a bottle ( Aphipar-M ). Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction [...] optimizing their predatory impact in areas with high aphid concentrations. In this way, Aphidius matricariae plays a crucial role in controlling aphid infestations

Municipality Doetinchem: Entonem nematodes managing oak processionary caterpillar

‘We think it is important to maintain the biodiversity in the centre, and public opinion is quite sensitive to spraying here. We worked in consultation [...] There are many oak trees in the forests and plantations around Doetinchem. Marc van Rijswijk is the spokesman for Buha, the implementing organization for [...] management. Buha manages some 9000 solitary oak trees withing this municipality. In 2020 the level of infestation with the oak processionary caterpillar within

Blackberry

Idaeobatus subgenera. The blackberry is actually not a berry botanically speaking. It is a so-called aggregate fruit that consists of small kernels.

Crop scouting

Benefits of crop scouting One of the key benefits of crop scouting is its ability to enable early detection and targeted intervention. By identifying problems [...] practices by promoting resource efficiency and minimizing environmental impacts. It empowers growers to optimize inputs, reduce waste, and maximize returns on

Limonica Ulti-Mite

Presentation Sachets in cardboard box. Carrier Millet husks, bran and sawdust. Application Hang sachets in sheltered locations in the crop, not exposed [...] as the first pest mites are detected in the crop. Use at least 3,000 sachets per ha and hang them evenly spaced in the crop. Release should be repeated [...] s vaporariorum ) and cotton whitefly ( Bemisia tabaci ). Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites reproduce within the sachet and gradually

Aphidius colemani

for its effectiveness in controlling aphid populations in various agricultural and horticultural environments. Aphidius colemani is widely used in the [...] available in a bottle ( Aphipar ). Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction [...] appearance of Aphidius colemani Female Aphidius spp. deposit an egg in an aphid in which four larval instars subsequently develop. Once larval development

Aphelinus abdominalis

Spread material on rock wool slabs or in application boxes ( Dibox ) Make sure the material remains dry and at its introduction site for a few days The [...] will examine it briefly with the tips of the antennae. She turns herself around, curls up the wing tips, and will try to pierce the aphid in the abdomen [...] feeding plays an important role in reducing pest numbers, with the adult wasp piercing the aphid with her ovipositor, and sucking it empty without laying an egg