• 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 [...] develop in large numbers and in severe cases kill box wood plants. The caterpillars will defoliate plants and leave skeleton like leaves with webbing that can

• How to protect bumblebees in cold

  importance of creating the ideal conditions for bumblebees to thrive and optimize their pollination activity. To ensure the best performance of bumblebees [...] needs to rise quickly to reach the minimum 24-hour temperature of 15 ºC for optimal plant development. When your crop is healthy and the average 24-hour [...] won't be any issues with the foraging activity of the bumblebees, leading to efficient pollination . Placement of hives in low temperatures During the colder

• Viridis Pro Leaflet EN

  rhizosphere of plants. ➢ Production of phytohormone types auxins and gibberellins directly activating the growth of plants. ➢ Increasing of bio-availability [...] composed of PGPR (Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria) from the genus Bacillus that interact with turfgrass, resulting in: ➢ Colonization of the rhizosphere [...] ty of some essential elements: Bacteria in Viridis PRO increase the solubilization of phosphates and also allow better absorption of N, K, Fe, Ca and Mg

• Diamond back moth

  young seed pods, causing loss of pods and seeds. Life cycle and appearance of Diamond back moth The oval and flattened eggs of the diamond back moth (Plutella [...] cases of severe infestation, entire leaves may be destroyed, leaving only the veins. The larvae feed also on the chlorophyll-rich green areas of stems [...] stems and pods causing whitening of the crop. Heavily damaged plants appear stunted and will, in most cases, die. On rapeseed, larvae also feed on flower buds

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

  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 [...] 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 Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control

  October 21, 2024

  as well as cutflowers and pot plants. ‘The predatory mite can also be introduced in a variety of circumstances. Think of factors such as humidity, day [...] the power of Swirski-Mite actually is. ‘The predatory mite is extremely effective and resistant to high temperatures. It makes short work of thrips and [...] larger or lesser degree. We conduct a great deal of research into this mite’s use under all kinds of circumstances. In fact, this is how Swirski-Mite is

• Mycotal

  amount of Mycotal For optimal effectiveness combine with an adjuvant such as Addit or Squad Mix with 3-4 litres of water (15-20°C) per 500 gram of Mycotal [...] Pests Whitefly Crops Greenhouse cucumber, pepper, tomato and ornamental plants. Mode of action After spraying Mycotal, the spores germinate and grow to hyphae [...] tank with the required amount of water Empty the slurry into the spray tank and stir thoroughly Add the correct amount of adjuvant to the Mycotal spray

• Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

  controlling large populations of mealybugs. Once the supply of mealybugs becomes inadequate, the ladybirds fly off in search of new prey. Sometimes the larvae [...] mealybug Expand all items Best conditions for use of Cryptolaemus montrouzieri The minimum temperature for use of Cryptobug and Cryptobug-L is 16°C/61°F. However [...] between 25°C and 28°C (68 and 82°F). Feeding behaviour of Cryptolaemus montrouzieri All moving stages of Cryptolaemus montriouzieri prey on mealybugs , seizing

• Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

  Steinernema feltiae and after the first cycle of three nematode treatments, we saw a reduction of Tuta in the crop of more than 80%. The large infestation which [...] under control, and the application greatly contributed to the condition of the plants,’ says Zoboli who works at Società Agricola Gandini Antonio in Guidizzolo [...] nematodes every time there was a new wave of small larvae and the problem never grew big after that.’ Reduction of chemicals ‘Using biological control methods

• 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 [...] and Casea effectively decreased the number of onions damaged by onion fly Fertico, Poland, 2023 8 Damaged plants per plot 80 Efficacy (%) 60 40 20 0