• Tarnished plant bug

  tarnished plant bug) is native to North America, and it is especially common across the eastern half of the continent, from northern Canada to southern [...] if the weather is warm enough, can produce up to three generations per year. The eggs of Lygus lineolaris are about 1 mm long, shaped like a thin, sl [...] southern Mexico. It is one of the most damaging Hemiptera species, known to feed on almost all commercial crops. Lygus lineolaris boasts at least 385 different

• Plant Disease Management

  What is biological disease control? Biological control of plant diseases is a method used to manage and reduce the impact of plant diseases by utilizing [...] organisms to suppress or control plant pathogens, which are microorganisms that cause diseases in plants. The primary goal of biological control is to reduce [...] pressure to adopt sustainable and environmentally responsible agricultural practices, biological disease control is set to play a more prominent role in our

• Flowering potted plants

  Christmas. Begonia is a perennial flowering plants and belongs to the family of Begoniaceae . The genus consists of 1,795 different plant species. Some of [...] used as ornamental houseplants in countries with colder climates. Kalanchoe is a tropical, succulent flowering plant and a genus that consists of about 125 [...] are many species of flowering potted plants, the most common species are: Poinsettia is well known and popular for its large red, white and green leaves,

• Green potted plants

  and turn the plant into a decorative indoor object. The plant itself is a perennial, herbaceous plant with a straight stem. Croton belongs to the spurge [...] Euphorbiaceae and is an extensive, flowering plant. Succulents , also referred to as succulent plants or at times as water storage plants, are plants with thick [...] flowers and ornate red fruits. These plants grow in the shade and need a moist, well-drained, humus-rich soils. Skimmia plants are strong and are tolerant of

• Rancho Los Pinos is nature's ally

  Renowned for quality and committed to sustainability and workforce well-being, they are a benchmark in the industry. Founded in 1950 by Don Luis Rodríguez Aviña [...] Pinos, they have set out to continue implementing policies and technology to minimise environmental impact. This has allowed them to grow and strengthen their [...] centers in San Quintín and Vizcaíno, Baja California, Rancho Los Pinos sets the standard for vegetable production, packing, and marketing in northwestern

• How to protect bumblebees from heat

  bumblebees play in pollination , especially in hot temperature conditions. As temperatures rise, it is crucial to ensure effective pollination to support crop [...] production and maintain high yields for growers. To ensure a positive result, it is crucial to protect to bumblebees from heat. Hot temperatures can sig [...] pollination may stop due to damage to the hive. Bumblebees therefore need to keep cool in hot summer conditions to be able to function optimally and carry

• A life-long commitment to help growers thrive with sustainable growing practice

  January 14, 2025

  work required a shift from a curative mindset to a preventive approach — aiming at a natural balance in their crops and how to maintain it," she explains [...] them is the severe reduction in the use of chemical agents. In fact, a lot of them are going to disappear over the next three to five years due to more [...] but can also support plant health . ‘A healthy plant is far more resilient and can withstand pest infestations far better. It’s a winning combination and

• A turning point in Almeria: how predatory mites helped transform agriculture

  May 19, 2025

  against it. Because of our research, we could act quickly—test, reproduce, and deliver a solution in time .” Staying ahead in a globalized world In today’s [...] explains. “ It was effective and efficient, it really saved agriculture in Almeria. ” The switch wasn’t just about replacing chemicals - it was about a mindset [...] emergence of a new pest: Thrips parvispinus. “ It’s devastating the pepper crops here, ” Kris explains. “ But we already had a predatory mite in development

• Limonica: breakthrough in large-scale production of a complex predatory mite

  October 6, 2025

  demands on its living environment. It does not tolerate disturbances, needs space, and only accepts the best food. It is a diva. And that makes its production [...] Innovation in biological crop protection is central to Koppert. A striking example of this is the successful upscaling of Amblydromalus limonicus , better [...] predatory mite is exceptionally effective against various insect pests, but is considered one of the most difficult species to produce. Thanks to a combination

• A life rooted in agriculture: transforming the future with Koppert

  January 14, 2025

  many, agriculture is an industry or a profession. For Antonio Gimenez, consultant team manager at Koppert Spain, it is a way of life - a connection formed [...] my team!”. Looking ahead: a commitment to sustainability From a childhood surrounded by self-sufficient farming to a career in sustainable crop protection [...] agriculture has shaped not just a career, but a purpose. “It’s unforgettable,” he reflects, recalling a world where family farming was a cornerstone of existence