• The journey of sustainable citrus farming in agriculture

  industry. Balbino's experience serves as an inspiring example, showcasing how agriculture can be both eco-conscious and productive. [...] Martínez, a grower with over 35 years of experience in citrus and livestock farming. Balbino, along with his two brothers, operates "Explotación de los pardos [...] pardos," where agriculture isn't just a profession but a lifelong passion. Adapting to challenges and embracing change Balbino's agricultural journey hasn't

• Limonica

  crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first pests are detected in the crop [...] receipt Apply as soon as possible after receipt. If necessary, the product can be stored for 1-2 days. Storage temperature 12-14°C/54-57°F. Storage conditions [...] Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Carefully sprinkle material on leaves Make sure the material remains on the leaves for at least a few

• The Ultimate Guide to Fungus Gnats (Sciarid Fly) and Shore Fly Control

  July 4, 2024

  Gnats, also known as Sciarid Flies, thrive in damp, humid growing environments such as greenhouses, nurseries, and grow rooms. This pest is especially problematic [...] ns often signal an underlying cultural problem such as root disease, over-fertilization, improper watering, root aphid infestation, or phytotoxicity from [...] insecticide products and is also sold as “mosquito dunks”. BTI can be effective against Fungus Gnats when applied as a medium drench but is not active against

• Spidex Vital FAQ

  consists of all mobile stages of Phytoseiulus persimilis. The carrier material is the same as the current product. How will this change my existing program [...] observed an even better control of spider mites. What obstacle did Koppert overcome to produce this product, I have been told it was near impossible? [...] this formulation of Phytoseiulus persimilis. Is this a different Phytoseiulus species to the Spidex I am used to? No, it is exactly the same Phytoseiulus

• Maximizing Bumblebee Pollination in Canadian Fruit Crops

  July 15, 2024

  Quads at a minimum off 100 meters away from honeybee hives. 3. Colony Spacing: Though bumblebees will forage and pollinate at temperatures as low as 3-4C [...] forage at temperatures as low as 3-4C (37-39F) and will reliably pollinate crops starting around 10C (50F). For comparison, honeybees usually do not become [...] they will fly earlier in the season, earlier and later each day, as well as in adverse weather conditions like rain and overcast skies. Bumblebees will

• Buxatrap

  males also aids in reducing the number of eggs laid by females as they fail to mate. Presentation One trap with hanging string. Preparation For each Buxatrap [...] on a stick at a height of 1.5 metres Replace the pheromone capsules every eight weeks Dosage 1 trap per 30-180 m 2 . Timing Use Buxatraps when moths are [...] Use the Buxatrap for trapping and monitoring male box tree moths in combination with species-specific pheromone. Pests Box tree moth ( Cydalima perspectalis

• Leaf miners

  damage. In (sub)tropical areas this can lead to burning in fruit such as tomato and melon. Loss of leaves also reduces yield. In full-grown plants of fruiting [...] with the exception of ornamental crops, this is usually of less significance. Seedlings and young plants can be totally destroyed as a result of the direct [...] fungi or bacteria enter the plant tissue via the feeding spots. Life cycle of leaf miners Leaf miner control videos Take a look at the video or go to our

• Downy mildew of Cucurbits

  Oomycetes and related to Pythium and Phytophthora. They survive as oospores. From these oospores or surviving mycelium sporangia are formed, structures in which [...] Pseudoperonospora cubensis is a plant pathogen causing downy mildew on cucurbit crops like cucumber, cantaloupe, pumpkin, watermelon and squash. Damage symptoms [...] infect mostly the leaves but occasionally also stems and fruits. They cause lesions on the upper leaf surface, bordered by the veins, which are first yellow

• Yellow rose aphid

  usually live in young unfolded leaves. Nymphs and adults extract nutrients from the plant and disturb the balance of growth hormones. As a result, the plant’s [...] grow on this honeydew, contaminating fruit and ornamental crops. At the same time, photosynthesis in the leaves is reduced, affecting production. The yellow [...] General The yellow rose aphid , Rhodobium porosum , is probably of North American origin but is now widely distributed in Europe, North Africa, parts of Asia

• Canadian Thrips in Greenhouses & Grow Rooms

  September 19, 2024

  An Advanced Guide: Part 1 Thrips are an incredibly cryptic and pervasive group of insects. They belong to the order Thysanoptera, or “fringed-winged,” [...] foliage, flowers, and fruit directly with their piercing mouthparts and saw-like ovipositor as well as causing indirect damage via vector of plant viruses [...] adapt to new environments Over the last 100 years, global trade has accelerated at an unprecedented pace. Economies and industries have benefited from