• Bumblebee pollination

  pollinators, bumblebees have unique characteristics that make them exceptional at this task. Their large size allows them to carry larger pollen loads, ensuring [...] bumblebees are: Bumblebees switch between trees and rows while pollinating. This benefits cross pollination which is often required in various fruit or seed [...] protected environments such as greenhouses, tunnels or netted orchards compared to honeybees. Bumblebees tend to visit all crops close to the hive, which

• Flies

  the family Keroplatidae (mainly Lyprauta sp.) can cause damage in potted orchids. The Spotted Wing Drosophila has recently invaded Europe and the Americas [...] ornamental crops, lettuce, and herbs also causes cosmetic damage, and sometimes this can occur on such a scale that growth, particularly of young cuttings, can

• Mealybugs and scales

  the presence of this type of pest. Among ornamental crops, ferns are particularly sensitive to soft scales, as are oleanders and orchids. Armoured scales [...] Diaspididae) form three important families within the superfamily Coccoidea. This superfamily belongs to the order Hemiptera (the true bugs ). Coccoidea are [...] cally, dark sooty moulds ( Cladosporium spp.) are often found growing on this honeydew, which, as well as the white, waxy secretion of the mealybugs, reduces

• Box Tree Moth No More: Buxatrap and Capsanem

  June 13, 2024

  ) is an oligophagous species (eating only specific kinds of food). Sadly, this food is the leaves of Box Wood ( Buxus spp. ) an evergreen shrub Canadians [...] in Ontario, between Toronto and Windsor. However, in the summer of 2023 this moth was additionally confirmed in Quebec, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and [...] pheromones are to be replaced every 8 weeks, during the moths flying season. This tends to be between May and November, depending on where you are located

• Maximizing Bumblebee Pollination in Canadian Fruit Crops

  July 15, 2024

  pollination programs as they are highly adapted to Canadian weather conditions. Compared to honeybees, they will fly earlier in the season, earlier and later each [...] overcast skies. Bumblebees will also pollinate in much cooler temperatures compared to honeybees, due to their larger body mass and insulating hair (pile) [...] comparison, honeybees usually do not become active until around 16C (60F). This can cause problems, as in primary blueberry production areas, like British

• RedStar places trust in Natutec Scout

  need to scouting for whitefly any more. You photograph the sticky traps, and this immediately tells you how the level of infestation is developing.’ At RedStar [...] plant protection at the company's six locations in Voorne-Putten. In total, this amounts to a 28-hectare area. Jan has used the Natutec Scout app since its [...] ts and report back on his findings. The scan function made more powerful This testing is ongoing at RedStar, but Jan now has a clear conclusion about the

• Open field pollination

  superior, depositing approximately 2.7 times more pollen per flower compared to honeybees. This abundance of pollen proves instrumental in promoting robust p [...] diverse weather conditions due to their ability to regulate body temperature. This unique feature allows them to remain active across a broader range of te [...] effective period for pollination and fruit set only lasts a few weeks. During this crucial time, efficient and active pollinators, such as bumblebees, are a

• Biological Pest Control

  method of managing pests using natural predators, parasitoids, or pathogens. This approach partners with nature to maintain the balance of ecosystems and protect [...] parasites, and beneficial microorganisms , to keep pest populations in check. This approach not only reduces the environmental impact but also minimizes the [...] resistance Pests typically do not develop resistance to natural enemies compared to chemical pesticides. Environmentally friendly Unlike chemical pesticides

• About bumblebees

  Bumblebees are safe since they are not aggressive Bumblebees include lower cost compared to manual pollination work Difference between bumblebees and honeybees [...] Bumblebees pollinate flowers through a method called 'buzz- pollination ', this will allow a bumblebee to pollinate a flower in a single visit. A honeybee [...] bumblebee is copied under laboratory conditions at our production facilities. In this way, we provide the best conditions that are needed to ensure maximum av

• How Does Buzz Pollination Work?

  July 10, 2024

  was one of the best pollinators for crops that needed this specific pollination to occur. From this point on, bumblebees were successfully tested in various [...] transfer the same amount of pollen compared to a buzz-pollinating bee, like Bombus impatiens . Koppert has recognized this requirement on common crops and [...] benefit from a specific type of pollination to produce an optimal fruit set. This type of pollination is called “Buzz Pollination.” It is a method that involves