• Stratiolaelaps scimitus (Hypoaspis miles)

  thrips pupae and other soil-dwelling insects. The mites appear in and on the soil and at the base of plant stems and offer a sustainable and environmentally [...] ps scimitus is a large mite with a body length of up to 1 mm. The body is pale with a clearly visible brown dorsal shield, brown legs, and brown mouthparts [...] The predatory mite Stratiolaelaps scimitus is also known under the scientific name Hypoaspis miles . It is a soil-dwelling predatory mite occurring naturally

• Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

  necessary populations three times. This is always a critical and tense moment on cucumber farms like mine. And as spider mites can cause real problems [...] shall see.’ A more robust system Based on his initial experiences, Sjaak van Dijk is pleased with Spidex Vital. ‘It’s a good sign if you have a predatory [...] to develop into a game changer in spider mite control. It changes the rules of the game and is even more in control of spider mites . And the grower reaps

• Apple

  domestica by mistake) is best known for the apple, the tree’s usually sweet and pomaceous fruit. Apples originate from Asia and Europe and were grown there [...] of the apple is protected by a layer of epicuticular wax. Apples usually have a yellowish-white coloured exocarp. Sometimes their flesh is also pink or [...] deciduous apple tree belongs to the rose family and is now cultivated for its fruit all over the world. It is the most common cultivated species of the genus

• Less use of chemical pesticides due to Natutec Scout

  Data-driven IPM Natutec Scout is a scouting tool for crops designed for accurate pest monitoring and real-time notifications. A crop scouting tool can contribute [...] at the rose and gerbera grower. Henri Volgering, Scout at Schreurs, explains: “Scouting is very important within this cultivation. This is why we not only [...] pests and diseases The flower grower has been utilizing the crop scout app for a considerable time now, yielding positive outcomes. ''Scouting is more efficient

• Tree specialist Wolterinck: Control of oak processionary caterpillar with Entonem

  Netherlands, is a specialist in tree care and weed control and works on behalf of local authorities and governmental bodies. Co-owner and general director [...] advocate Wolterinck BV is a staunch advocate of Entonem against the oak processionary caterpillar. Ivo de Groot continues, ‘The product has a guaranteed firm [...] The product is our preferred method over products based on Bacillus thuringiensis , which can only be used on trees with leaves. Nematodes are a better solution

• Blackberry

  Rubus subgenus, and hybrids between the Rubus and Idaeobatus subgenera. The blackberry is actually not a berry botanically speaking. It is a so-called aggregate [...] About The blackberry is an edible fruit that originates from a wide range of species belonging to the genus Rubus that is part of the family of Rosaceae

• Amblydromalus limonicus

  stems and leaves and does not build up a population. How to use Amblydromalus limonicus The predatory mite Amblydromalus limonicus is available in a bottle [...] Amblydromalus limonicus is a species of predatory mite known for its role in biological pest control . Amblydromalus limonicus is a natural enemy of various [...] limonicus is valued for its effectiveness at relatively low temperatures and is especially recommended to suppress high densities of thrips and whitefly

• How to protect bumblebees in cold

  pollination and colony quality is also time-sensitive. The longer unfavorable conditions persist, the greater the impact on the bumblebees and their performance [...] 15 ºC for optimal plant development. When your crop is healthy and the average 24-hour temperature is at least 15 ºC, you can ensure that there won't be [...] : Warmth is key Place the hives in the warmest part of the tunnel/greenhouse, ensuring they catch the morning sun. Make sure the hive is in a sheltered

• Chrysanthemum

  chrysanth, is a flowering plant that belongs to the genus Chrysanthemum of the family of Asteraceae. The plant is originally from Asia and northeastern [...] n Europe and the majority of the different species derive from East Asia. Especially in China a wide range of varieties and cultivars has been developed [...] colour of this flowering plant. Nowadays, a wide range of other colours is available such as white, purple and red.

• Mycotal your natural partner for whitefly control

  Mycotal product is a bio-insecticide that contains the blastospores of Akanthomyces muscarius Ve6. Mycotal is a biological solution for a range of pests [...] fungi Whitefly is a common pest that can cause significant damage to crops and plants. An effective method for controlling whiteflies is through the use [...] Mycotal: improved quality and shelf life A process of continuous improvement led by our dedicated research team recently produced a newly optimized Mycotal