• Artificially lit crops pollination advice

  during winter to extend daytime for plants, can lead to issues for bumblebees. Grow lights emit the light spectrum relevant for plant growth and development [...] implementing smart strategies for attracting pollinators, we aim to equip you with the knowledge and insights essential for successful pollination in your [...] to receive direct and early daylight Provide shade for colonies during intense sunlight between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., especially during autumn and

• Municipality Venray: biological control of oak processionary caterpillars

  some 11,000 trees, is oak. ‘We’ve been using Koppert’s nematode product Entonem as a curative measure against the oak processionary caterpillar for several [...] Joep van Bergeijk, coordinator of oak processionary caterpillar management for the Municipality of Venray. ‘We use nematodes at locations in outlying areas [...] the political agenda, as well as being an important social issue.’ Entonem makes a big difference According to Bergeijk, the results have been generally positive

• Drososan

  Use the Drososan trap for monitoring spotted wing drosophila in combination with Fruit Fly Attractant. Pests Spotted wing drosophila ( Drosophila suzukii) [...] the plot, in the hedge (if available) and in the crop. If the crop is low, make sure the traps hang at least one metre above the ground. In taller crops [...] situation. The trap density typically ranges from 1-20 per hectare. Timing Install the traps as soon as the temperature exceeds 10°C, coinciding with the beginning

• Fall Armyworm

  which is sufficient for them to move from seasonally dry habitats to wet habitats in Central America. This makes it possible for fall armyworms to spread [...] maize, young larvae usually feed on leaves, creating a characteristic windowing effect. This damage and moist sawdust-like frass near the funnel and upper

• Manual Wireless Beehome

  connection 10 Transmitter 10 Receiver 11 4.3 Using the Wireless BeeHome for the first time 11 Transmitter 11 Switching on the transmitter signal [...] contents of these instructions for use thoroughly and make sure that he/she understands them before using this machine for the first time. This will avoid [...] vary according to the country of sales. For instance, there are 2 types of transmitters: 1 for EU countries and 1 for the US, Canada, Mexico, and Japan (based

• How to protect bumblebees in cold

  productivity. We understand the importance of creating the ideal conditions for bumblebees to thrive and optimize their pollination activity. To ensure the [...] internal climate. Different temperatures can affect the behavior of bumblebees: 8-11 °C: Bumblebees will start foraging, actively pollinating your crops < 0 °C: [...] greater the impact on the bumblebees and their performance. Right climate for bumblebee pollination in greenhouses In tunnels or greenhouses, the morning

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

  December 10, 2024

  frown. For over two decades, she has passionately supported growers in transitioning to biological solutions and vows to continue this mission for the rest [...] farming family, Rianne's father was a pioneer in using biological solutions for his crops. He also devoted half of his land to creating a tiny forest near [...] their crops and how to maintain it," she explains. Yet, the results spoke for themselves. Once growers witnessed the impact of beneficial insects and predatory

• Caterpillars

  solutions for caterpillars, professional growers can protect their crops effectively and sustainably, ensuring consistent quality and yield. Solutions for caterpillar [...] affects yield and quality. Effective caterpillar control is therefore essential for maintaining healthy and productive crops. Biological control of caterpillars [...] able to chew and therefore graze the underside of leaves. This causes a window effect where the epidermis of the upper leaf surface remains undamaged.

• An impressive range of predatory mite solutions thanks to continuous research and innovations

  July 17, 2024

  ‘Our drive is still the same as when my grandfather and father founded this company with the introduction of the first predatory mite for biological control’ [...] knowledge. This has given growers the full support and expertise for effective solutions for their crops and their peace of mind.’ Listening to growers ‘My [...] slow-release sachets offer the mites protection on their journey, making this biological solution for harmful thrips and whiteflies even more effective and labor-saving

• Powdery mildew

  contact with water for no more than a few hours. Powdery mildew spores, either ascospores or conidia, don’t need nutrients or water for germination. In general [...] Extra Silicon and/or Calcium nutrition hardens the cell walls and makes it harder for the fungi to enter the leaves To reduce chances of powdery mildew [...] advised to first ventilate by only opening the windows on the lee side. Please note, this is not relevant for other diseases that are inhibited by reducing