Corn rootworm

General The western corn rootworm ( Diabrotica virgifera virgifera ) is a chrysomelid beetle originating from North America, where it is regarded as the [...] larvae feed on the rootlets and dig tunnels in the larger roots. This leads to a reduction of the root system, making the plant more susceptible to lodging [...] supply is sufficient, the plants continue to grow after lodging. This causes a typical gooseneck-like shape also called goose necking. The adults, feeding

Cyclamen mite

General The cyclamen mite ( Phytonemus pallidus ) is a harmful strawberry pest as well as a common pest found in cyclamen, gerbera and other ornamentals [...] s . Mites belonging to the family of tarsonemids ( Tarsonemidae ) display a greater diversity of feeding habits than any other mite family. There are species [...] cyclamen, the flowers are damaged and leaf growth is inhibited. In hedera, a mite attack can cause baldness in parts of the stem. Gerbera flowers deform

Trichoderma harzianum

such as manganese and iron available for the plant to absorb. As a result, it provides a natural and environmentally friendly approach to disease management [...] substrate or applied in furrow at sowing using a granulator Trianum is most effective when used preventive: a good and early colonization of the root system [...] advised to perform regular applications with Trianum-P to keep a high number of change to maintain a solid barrier around the roots.

Flies

has recently developed into a major pest on soft fruits in Europe and North America. Sciarid flies and shore flies are mainly a problem in greenhouses. Their [...] matter. Although they cause little direct damage to plants, they are often a problem due to their large number. Larvae of flies of the family Keroplatidae [...] and herbs also causes cosmetic damage, and sometimes this can occur on such a scale that growth, particularly of young cuttings, can be retarded. Solution

Roots Growers positive about Mycotal against whitefly

products, also has a low MRL, which is a requirement for small cherry tomatoes. However, as we can only use this product a few times a year, we have very [...] Roots Growers grows the Piccolo variety, a mini vine cherry tomato. In this segment is plant protection in particular a crucial factor. ‘We obviously want our [...] Mycotal’s biological nature is a big plus, as it means we can use it almost indefinitely and the whitefly can’t develop a resistance to it. That gives us

Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

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 [...] ies to adapt my farm to a future where chemical methods will gradually disappear. I believe that the agricultural sector has a natural interest in such [...] emphasizes that his approach stemmed from both practical considerations and a conscious choice. Inheriting the farm from his parents, Koen had the opportunity

Lesser Mealworm

disease, Newcastle disease, fowlpox, avian leucosis and infectious bursitis a.k.a. Gumboro disease); and avian coccidiosis. They damage the poultry housing [...] abundant insects found on the floor of poultry houses. It has long been known as a common pest worldwide, and while its origins are unclear, it was likely carried [...] spilled feed and chicken waste and are eaten by the chickens in turn, posing a risk for disease transmission, especially Salmonella . These insects reproduce

Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

When the moment comes, we apply them 3 times at a 5-day interval. We spray them on the tomato canopy at a dosage of 3 billion per hectare. We prefer to apply [...] Steinernema feltiae and after the first cycle of three nematode treatments, we saw a reduction of Tuta in the crop of more than 80%. The large infestation which [...] ‘After this result, we have kept spraying with nematodes every time there was a new wave of small larvae and the problem never grew big after that.’ Reduction

Blackberry

and Idaeobatus subgenera. The blackberry is actually not a berry botanically speaking. It is a so-called aggregate fruit that consists of small kernels [...] About The blackberry is an edible fruit that originates from a wide range of species belonging to the genus Rubus that is part of the family of Rosaceae

Sciarid flies

They are legless and have a conspicuous black head. The head is equipped with biting-chewing mouth parts. Pupation takes place in a small hole in the ground [...] living plant material. The adults prefer humid habitats and are attracted to a broad range of pathogenic and non-pathogenic micro-organisms for oviposition [...] cycle of sciarid flies has the following stages: egg, four larval instars, a pupal instar, and the adult. The adult insects are 1 to 5 mm long, grey-black