• Horiver Sticky Cards: A Powerful Tool for Pest Management and Prevention

  May 27, 2024

  presence of pests in a particular area of a crop. By placing the cards strategically you can: Identify the pest species Assess the severity of the infestation [...] populations. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of using Horiver sticky cards and delve into their functionality and effectiveness in attracting [...] flying insects in growing spaces. These cards are made of high-quality material coated with a non-drying glue on one or both sides. They come in various colors

• Predatory Mites: Should I Order Bottles or Sachets?

  May 31, 2024

  bottled products instead of sachets you could be costing yourself large amounts of money and a decrease in pest protection? We get a lot of questions asking: [...] mite boost due to an increase in pest pressure In ornamental crops that use Thripex-V ( Neoseiulus cucumeris in vermiculite) In greenhouse growing conditions [...] article was developed to answer all these questions and point you in the correct direction in choosing which predatory mite formulation to use for your growing

• Box Tree Moth No More: Buxatrap and Capsanem

  June 13, 2024

  the death of the tree. Sadly, in the past few years, it has left a trail of destruction through forests, parks, tree nurseries and gardens in France, Germany [...] Now, it has been detected in Canada. It has mainly established in Ontario, between Toronto and Windsor. However, in the summer of 2023 this moth was additionally [...] only specific kinds of food). Sadly, this food is the leaves of Box Wood ( Buxus spp. ) an evergreen shrub Canadians commonly use in their gardens. If left

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

  April 25, 2024

  August and early September in regions like Ontario and Quebec, and between mid-July and early August in British Columbia. Hint: In early spring, white grubs [...] eggs. Typically, this occurs in late July, August, or early fall in most scenarios. Hint: To maintain a consistent reduction of these pests, annual applications [...] depending on the level of infestation The contents of a 500mill package will treat 25,000sq. ft or 0.6 acres, depending on the level of infestation Ideal

• Fusarium spp.

  ascospores. In general, the life cycle of different Fusarium species is similar. Fusarium overwinters for many years in the soil, and on crop residues of infected [...] sulphureum (Dry rot of potato): Potato ( Solanum tuberosum) Fusarium solani : Members of the Fusarium solani species complex (FSSC) are capable of causing disease [...] infection decreases the baking quality of wheat and brewing qualities of barley. Furthermore, mycotoxins are produced, of which DON (deoxynivalenol) is the

• Fusarium wilt

  cycle, is similar to that of most Fusarium species. Fusarium overwinters for many years in the soil and on crop residues of infected plants as chlamydospores [...] plants Ensure there is adequate soil drainage Apply nitrogen in the form of nitrate instead of ammonium Prevent damage during harvest and during post-harvest [...] General Fusarium is a group of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species are

• Pepino mosaic virus

  strains of PepMV, with varying levels of aggressiveness, but all can cause significant economic losses if not properly managed. Key symptoms of Pepino Mosaic [...] plants Reduced vigor in severe cases Irregular growth patterns Life cycle of Pepino Mosaic Virus (PepMV) PepMV spreads quickly in tomato crops due to its [...] (PepMV) is the use of cross-protection with a mild strain, such as V10 . What is V10? V10 is a mild strain of Pepino Mosaic Virus used in a controlled way

• Grey mould

  Botrytis cinerea ) is part of the foot rot complex, which causes rotting of the foot and may cause death of the plants. In cucumber and tomato the fungus [...] fungus in many environments. It survives in plant parts like bulbs and crop residues or as sclerotia (drought- and cold-resistant structures) in the soil [...] fruit. In potted plants, the cuttings die due to carry-over infection from infected parent plants. Life cycle and appearance of Grey mould Spores of grey

• Powdery mildew

  side of the leaf. In severe epidemics in cereals, the ears may also be infected. In pepper, the fluffy colonies occur mostly on the underside of the leaf [...] underside of the leaf. On the upper side, yellow spots are noticeable. In case of a severe epidemic, the fluffy colonies also appear on the upper side of the [...] production, so the net effect of the RH is very small. Wind and draught in greenhouses promote disease. In greenhouses, dispersal of spores over small distances

• Early blight

  humidity (RH) of over 90% or when the leaves are wet. Small differences in optimum temperature occur between species, but in general the risk of Alternaria [...] rotation, in particular when spores surviving in the soil are the main source of infection. Especially wheat and barley reduce the number of surviving [...] stage in all Alternaria species is the asexual stage. Conidia and mycelium overwinter in the soil and on crop residues and cause primary infection of the