• Trial results onion fly and bean seed fly

  Since 1986, many years of experience have gone into the selection, production and quality control of our beneficial nematodes. Each of the nematodes produced [...] biological control of many pests. Meet Frank Keijzer, the owner of a 57-hectare organic arable farm and is growing a wide variety of crops, including onions [...] more information: www.Uireka.nl 6 4 2 0 Untreated Casea 3 Billion/ha Capirel 3 Billion/ha Effective control of bean seed fly in beans (Delia platura)

• Supplementary Feeding for Biological Control: A Complete Guide

  July 24, 2024

  population of beneficials than without, ensuring higher levels of pest protection in your crop. Typical environmental needs include the presence of specialized [...] Outside of this, supplementary feeding will only minimize starvation, at most slightly extending the life span of the predators at the expense of decrease [...] mites per m2, per release weekly or bi-weekly. Nutemia : apply at least 1,000 mites per m2, per release weekly or bi-weekly. Entofood : 60g per 100m2, per release

• Trial results Onion fly and Fusarium wilt

  Standard Compilation of results from 5 trials from Germany and Spain. 0 Trianum-G Trianum-P Grower Standard Compilation of results from 8 trials from [...] Capirel and Casea effectively decreased the number of onions damaged by Della antiqua 8 6 Efficacy (%) 40 4 2 0 Untreated Fertico, Poland, 2023 Casea 3 [...] more about Biological Crop Protection “The general conditions of Koppert (Koppert B.V. and/or of its affiliated companies) apply. Only use products that are

• FAQ Nematodes

  host to this group of nematodes. By far the most nematodes belong to the group of saprophytes. These nematodes are harmless and live of dead organic matter [...] visible? Infected larvae will change color because of the growth of the bacteria and nematodes. In case of Heterorhabditis pink-reddish and Steinernema ye [...] saprophytic nematodes. The entomopathogenic nematodes are natural enemies of a lot of insects. Are all nematode species harmless? No. Plant pathogenic nematodes

• Plant Pollinator interactions in high temperatures

  weeks of cold weather for pollination to return to normal. 2 Figure 2: The Stigma is protruding through the protective flower cone because of high 24 [...] n, use of air-cooling systems, use of evaporation systems. During periods of hot weather, when the temperature exceeds 30° C for large parts of the day [...] environmental temperature: Impact of radiant heat and humidity A glasshouse air temperature of 30° C at a humidity of 80% can still results in good pollination

• Neoseiulus californicus

  to await the arrival of new prey. Life cycle of Neoseiulus californicus The developmental stages are the same as for other members of the Phytoseiidae family: [...] are deposited on the underside of the leaves. They are smaller than those of Phytoseiulus persimilis but similar to eggs of other predatory mites like for [...] thrips or pollen. Feeding behaviour of Neoseiulus californicus Neoseiulus californicus is a selective predator of Tetranychid mites, i.e. it prefers to

• Roots Growers positive about Mycotal against whitefly

  We used the same dosage of Enermix in the three test plots, and slightly higher dosages of the predatory bug. As a result of that choice, we’ve yet to [...] year, we have very little leeway in terms of spraying frequency. We therefore need to leverage the full potential of biological plant protection.’ To combat [...] level of infestation The two sections in Honselersdijk operate differently. The 7-hectare section grows crops without artificial lighting from week 2 to week

• Navigating the Whitefly Battle

  March 6, 2024

  responsible for movement of photosynthates (the resulting product of photosynthesis) in the form of simple sugars such as sucrose. This type of feeding directly [...] can use it selectively by spraying it at the tops of the tomato heads, taking most of the adults out of the equation. The parasitoids will be working lower [...] the realm of whiteflies unveiling the most effective beneficial organisms, as various crops and whitefly species require different strategies of approach

• 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 commonly [...] severe defoliation which can lead to the death of the tree. Sadly, in the past few years, it has left a trail of destruction through forests, parks, tree nurseries [...] attracted. Apply the Buxatrap on a stick at a height of 1.5 meters. Only 1 trap is needed every 30-180m2 (300-2000sq.ft). The pheromones are to be replaced

• Canadian Thrips in Greenhouses & Grow Rooms

  September 19, 2024

  Mediterranean and Asia. Part of what makes these insects so invasive is: Global trade and transit of plant materials The cryptic nature of thrips Their ability [...] This is a very common issue as growers are either unaware of the potential of large amounts of dormant pupae being carried unseen between crops or underestimate [...] influx of thrips via vents often with extreme peaks as outside crops are harvested or dry up sending large amounts of thrips airborne in search of a new