• 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 [...] (containing Steinernema carpocapsae ) can effectively kill young box tree moth larvae (that is why early detection of the pest is crucial). It is recommended

• About bumblebees

  Effective pollinators Bumblebees are known to be easy, efficient and reliable pollinators. These are the benefits of bumblebees: Bumblebees provide maximum [...] insurance for optimal pollination , due to their high amount of flower visits and large transfer of pollen. Bumblebee pollination result is increased yield [...] they are much less aggressive than honeybees Production of bumblebees The natural life cycle of the bumblebee is copied under laboratory conditions at our

• 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 [...] the realm of whiteflies unveiling the most effective beneficial organisms, as various crops and whitefly species require different strategies of approach [...] 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

• Agriflora PRO

  is composed of PGPR (Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria) from the genus Bacillus that interact with plants, resulting in: Colonization of the plant root [...] (rhizosphere). Production of the phytohormones auxin and gibberellin, which directly activate plant growth. Increased bioavailability of essential elements. [...] bacteria in Agriflora PRO increase the solubilization of phosphates and also allow better absorption of N, K, Fe, Ca and Mg. Facilitated plant development

• Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal

  Agrícola Militão, in the town of Ribatejo, in a pepper crop for the processing industry. Pedro Militão is one of the two owners of the company Sociedade Agrícola [...] the end of their cycle with a high level of plant health and vigour so that the harvesting machine can do its work well. ‘With the introduction of mechanical [...] present the physical and organoleptic characteristics of the variety, free of pests and diseases and free of pesticides, guaranteeing the final consumer zero

• Orius insidiosus

  predators, capable of piercing and feeding on the soft bodies of their prey. The predatory bug Orius insidiosus is used for the control of the following pests: [...] thrips control Orius insidiosus is a small but highly effective predatory bug for biological pest control of thrips . This beneficial insect has been widely [...] conditions for use of Orius insidiosus Optimal temperatures for Thripor-I are above 20°C (68°F), lower temperatures slow down the development of Orius insidiosus

• Chula Brand is a pioneer in biological pest control in papaya

  20 years of experience in the production and distribution of papaya and other tropical fruits such as pineapple and lime. An important part of their mission [...] part of an integrated pest management strategy (IPM). Although understanding the adaptability of insects in open field and the preventive approach of natural [...] the adaptability of insects to plants in open fields," said Carlos Canul, technical manager of Chula Brand Mexico. Thanks to the results of tests and field

• Citrus mealybug

  an adequate intake of protein, mealybugs must therefore ingest large quantities of sap, getting rid of the excess sugars in the form of honeydew. Charac [...] causing deformation and / or yellowing of leaves, sometimes followed by defoliation. The overall effect is a reduction of photosynthesis and therefore the yield [...] hed from other mealy bugs by their possession of 18 pairs of relatively short wax rods round the edge of the body, and two slightly longer ‘tail filaments’

• Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

  to implement this tool in the production of Hass avocado. The result has been an effective and safe control of thrips , crystalline spider mites and other [...] You need the help of Koppert consultants to know which substances affect the performance of beneficial insects. It also takes a lot of dedication to obtain [...] Sánchez Fresh is a producer of avocado, berries and other agricultural crops. Their successful experience with biological control of pests and diseases in crops

• Viridis PRO

  composed of PGPR (Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria) from the genus Bacillus that interact with turf grass, resulting in: Colonization of the turf root [...] (rhizosphere). Production of the phytohormones auxin and gibberellin, which directly activate grass growth. Increased bioavailability of essential elements. [...] bacteria in Viridis PRO increase the solubilization of phosphates and also allow better absorption of N, K, Fe, Ca and Mg. Facilitated grass growth under