Bumblebee pollination

tunnels or netted orchards compared to honeybees. Bumblebees tend to visit all crops close to the hive, which can be a benefit when less attractive crops [...] Bumblebee pollination is a vital and efficient process for growers seeking high-quality crop yields. As natural pollinators, bumblebees play a crucial role in enhancing [...] success rates, leading to better fruit set, increased fruit size, and better crop uniformity. Embracing bumblebee pollination as a sustainable and eco-friendly

Mycotal Brochure

produced for biocontrol. The product has a long history of continuous development from a solid fermentation to the more efficient liquid fermentation method [...] Spores of A. muscarius After application of the product, spores reach the insect and start to germinate External sporulation may spread to other pests [...] humidity on leaf surface 6. Frequent applications are needed to break the pest cycle. For the optimal results, repeat the application with a 7 day interval

Beneficial Nematodes against Horticultural Pests

are being researched). They are selectively applied to combat a significant variety of pests in a wide range of temperatures, such as the pupae and larvae [...] within a few days. The nematodes that emerge then start their search for a new host. Part of the IPM toolbox Nematodes have increasingly become a powerful [...] together to either partly substitute, and sometimes replace the use of conventional pesticides, to manage pests that are extremely difficult to control

Beneficial microorganisms

damage. This can lead to the insect's death. Spore production: As the insect succumbs to the fungal infection, the fungus continues to grow. Eventually, it [...] provide positive effects to their environment, including various biological systems and organisms. These microorganisms play a crucial role in biological [...] like biopesticides, where they are introduced to target pests, providing an eco-friendly alternative to chemical pesticides. Well-known examples of beneficial

Neoseiulus cucumeris

centre of the cap to open the dosage hole o Bucket: Use a spoon to distribute Thripex Sprinkle material on leaves or put small heaps on rockwool slabs Make [...] mostly on first instar thrips larvae. Neoseiulus cucumeris is a valuable solution in integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, where it acts as a natural [...] addition to thrips , Neoseiulus cucumeris preys on several other small organisms such as spider mites and tarsonemid mites. They also feed on pollen, which

Amblyseius swirskii

cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle material on leaves or pour into Diboxes Make sure the material remains on the introduction site for at least a few [...] not need to feed. The nymphs are larger than the larvae, have eight legs, and are a whitish yellow colour. Adult mites have eight legs, are a translucent [...] search for food on the underside of leaves. They often congregate in the axils of leaf veins to rest. Their colour can vary according to the prey eaten

Beet armyworm

exigua) has become a regular problem for horticulturalists due to its resistance to nearly all insecticides, and its ability to develop on wild vegetation [...] is highly polyphagous, feeding on plants of more than 20 families. It is a serious pest in greenhouses, where it feeds on ornamental plants such as chr [...] the field, it is a major pest of sweet pepper. Damage symptoms Older caterpillars migrate to the top of the plant where they feed mainly on the growing tips

Cyclamen mite

pallidus ) is a harmful strawberry pest as well as a common pest found in cyclamen, gerbera and other ornamentals . Mites belonging to the family of [...] Those living on plants can cause considerable damage to their host. Tarsonemids like the cyclamen mite ( Phytonemus pallidus ) can occur both on vegetable [...] s ( Tarsonemidae ) display a greater diversity of feeding habits than any other mite family. There are species that feed on fungi, algae, plants, as well

Corn earworm

18 mm and have a slightly shiny brown colour. The adults have a brown-coloured body, with a wingspan of 35 to 40 mm and a dark stripe on the side edge of [...] period of two to three weeks, developing a greyish colour and a black cephalic capsule in the first stage, but later adopting a variety of colours such [...] cm deep. This prepupal stage takes one to two days. It then pupates for ten to fourteen days, or three to five months in areas with very cold winters. The

Amblyseius andersoni

turning around the bucket a few times Carefully sprinkle on the leaves Make sure the material remains on the leaves for at least a few hours after releasing [...] Employed as a biocontrol agent, Amblyseius andersoni contributes significantly to sustainable farming practices by offering an eco-friendly alternative to traditional [...] have eight legs, and are a whitish yellow colour. Adult mites have eight legs, are a translucent white in colour, and have a flat, elongated body. They