• Steinernema carpocapsae

  host, resulting in the emergence of a new generation of nematodes that can continue to seek out and infect other pests in the area. In this way, Steinernema [...] pests by parasitizing and killing them, providing a natural and environmentally friendly method of pest management in agriculture and horticulture. How to [...] nematode commonly used in biological pest control . These microscopic roundworms are parasitic and are known for their effectiveness in controlling a variety

• Plant Disease Management

  planting the same crop in the same location year after year. Rotating crops disrupts disease cycles and reduces the buildup of pathogens in the soil. Diseas [...] is well-draining and nutrient-rich provides a solid foundation for plants to thrive. Healthy plants, in turn, are more resilient and better equipped to [...] disease management and improved crop health. They work by outcompeting pathogens for space and nutrients, parasitizing pathogens, and strengthening plant

• Gerbera

  originally from South Africa and grew among others in the Cape Province and Transvaal region. Nowadays, the gerbera is still popular and extensively used as a [...] Gerbera hybrida and there are now many cultivars that differ greatly in size, shape and colour. The main colours are white, yellow, orange, red and pink, but [...] but one flower can have petals in varying colours. In addition, the gerbera is also used as a model organism with regards to botanical studies.

• Anso-Mite Plus

  predatory mites and prey mites. Presentation Sachets in cardboard box. Carrier Bran. Application Hang sachets in sheltered locations in the crop, not exposed [...] eggs and larvae of whitefly , all stages of non-webbing spider mites (e.g. European red mite , Panonychus ulmi ) and rust mites. Crops Do not use in tomato [...] mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. They pierce the prey with their sucking mouthparts and suck out the

• Aphelinus abdominalis

  feeding and parasitization in roughly equal measure. Life cycle and appearance of Aphelinus abdominalis An adult Aphelinus abdominalis is 2.5 to 3 mm in length [...] length, with short legs and short antennae. Females have a black thorax and yellow abdomen. Males are slightly smaller and their abdomen is a slightly darker [...] mobile Spread material on rock wool slabs or in application boxes ( Dibox ) Make sure the material remains dry and at its introduction site for a few days The

• Parasitic wasps

  specific pests. They are effective in reducing the population of harmful insects, making them valuable allies in horticulture and agriculture. Unlike chemical [...] chemicals decreases. This, in turn, creates a more balanced ecosystem in the crop, which can enhance overall crop health and resilience. A diverse ecosystem [...] host pest is typically killed in the process. Host feeding In addition to parasitization, some parasitic wasps also engage in host feeding. This behavior

• Chrysoperla carnea

  oval-shaped, and usually laid individually or in small clusters on plant foliage or near prey habitats. They are pale green or white in color and are attached [...] more closely spun cocoon is off-white and egg-shaped, about 3 mm long and 2.5 mm thick. The space between the inner and outer cocoon is filled with fine, loose [...] aphids , caterpillars , thrips , mealybugs , and other soft-bodied insects that are harmful to plants. In agriculture, Chrysoperla carnea i s employed

• Eretmocerus eremicus

  single species ( Ercal ) and in combination with Encarsia formosa ( Enermix ). Open package carefully inside the greenhouse Bend and tear off the strips opposite [...] the host’s death and contributing to a decline in whitefly populations. Eretmocerus eremicus is particularly noted for its adaptability in varying environmental [...] conditions and its efficiency in reducing whitefly infestations. Adults of this species do not feed on whiteflies but instead rely on nectar and honeydew

• About bumblebees

  laying eggs and providing orders for the worker bumblebees. In late summer the queen will start producing new queens and males (drones) in order for the [...] active on cloudy, foggy, and rainy days. Honeybees are less active at low light levels Bumblebees work earlier in the morning and later into the evening [...] (all females) start emerging and carry out work both inside and outside the nest. Worker bees forage for both pollen and nectar to provide resources for

• Municipality Doetinchem: Entonem nematodes managing oak processionary caterpillar

  biodiversity in the centre, and public opinion is quite sensitive to spraying here. We worked in consultation with distributor Mertens and decided that in spring [...] There are many oak trees in the forests and plantations around Doetinchem. Marc van Rijswijk is the spokesman for Buha, the implementing organization for [...] infestation. ‘By using Entonem and extracting the nests as a curative measure, we can keep the situation manageable for now. In the longer term, improving