• Municipality Venray: biological control of oak processionary caterpillars

  ty of Venray a third of the tree stock in the area, some 11,000 trees, is oak. ‘We’ve been using Koppert’s nematode product Entonem as a curative measure [...] biodiversity. This is something that is high up on the political agenda, as well as being an important social issue.’ Entonem makes a big difference According [...] areas where there might be protected species of butterfly and moth. The major benefit of Entonem is that nematodes kill fewer other caterpillars , which means

• Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

  high-end supermarkets and we want to offer a constant, safe and sustainable product. As the use of chemicals is under pressure and biological protection [...] allows us to offer a consistent quality that is safe and sustainable all year round on our 14 hectares of high-tech greenhouses and other production sites [...] the maximum effectiveness. The crops are now strong and healthy and the Tuta absoluta is not such a big problem anymore thanks to the comprehensive approach

• Trianum effectively controls Pythium in cucumber

  until 2019, there was a lot of damage and loss of production at the end of cultivation. Whole mats and whole rows had to be rejected, and the fungus would spread [...] it susceptible to Pythium. A very acceptable level Kees grows Rijk Zwaan’s variety Skyson RZ, which has a lot of vigour and is suited to exposure levels [...] has a slightly weaker root base than other varieties. ‘This is another reason why I’ll continue to use Trianum. A combination of this product and growing-based

• Optimal placement of bumblebee hives

  communication between bumblebees and humans, it is crucial to position the hives in visible locations, enabling easy identification and access for both parties [...] as condensation and rainwater. Regular hive maintenance and checks are recommended to ensure the well-being of the bumblebee colony and prevent potential [...] parties. For optimal visibility, it is recommended to place the colonies near pathways, preferably within a distance of 2 meters. During the winter, sufficient

• Maize

  mays subsp. mays ), is a large grain plant that divided in six main types: flint corn, dent corn, popcorn, pod corn, sweet corn and flour corn. Already [...] Mexico and it still plays a main role in the preparation of Mexican food dishes. The leafy stalk of the maize plant produces separate pollen and ovuliferous [...] cooking practices. Nowadays, maize is extensively cultivated all over the world. When it comes to numbers and volumes; there is more maize produced every year

• V10

  hours after preparation and keep cool (4-10°C/39-50°F) Application Treat one leaf per stem Select a fully expanded leaf which is positioned below the growing [...] growing point Using a sponge with a scouring pad wipe and slightly wet the upper surface of the leaf with V10 solution Dosage 0.8 litre per hectare One [...] asymptomatic PepMV isolates VC1 and VX1 become established throughout the plant. Infection by other PepMV isolates is severely compromised due to its

• Canadian Thrips in Greenhouses & Grow Rooms

  September 19, 2024

  nymphal instars, a pre-pupa stage, a pupal stage, and an adult. The kidney-shaped egg is laid in soft plant tissues: young leaves, petals, and soft veins or [...] 1mm in length, slender, and two-toned: bearing a light brown head and thorax with a dark brown abdomen. They have red ocelli and, in some cases, have been [...] greenhouses or grow rooms waiting for fresh crops and increased temperatures to hatch out and establish. This is a very common issue as growers are either unaware

• Spidex Vital Go

  persimilis is most effective at temperatures between 13 and 27°C (55 and 81°F) and not effective above 30°C/86°F. Phytoseiulus persimilis is sensitive to [...] urticae ) and other Tetranychus spp., except Tetranychus evansi . Mode of action Predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period [...] climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Release should be repeated biweekly if the pest is not controlled

• Gooseberry

  About The gooseberry is belongs to the species of Ribes . The plant originates from Europe, Northwestern Africa, and West, South and Southeast Asia. The [...] gooseberry is also sparsely habituated in various location in North America. The rambling gooseberry bush grows up to 1,5 metres (5 feet) high and wide and its [...] red (varying to purple), yellow and white varieties. The wild berries are smaller than cultivated kinds, but do have a nice flavour. Nowadays, gooseberries

• Steinernema carpocapsae

  plant foliage as a biological control method, offering a natural and environmentally friendly approach to pest management in agriculture and horticulture. [...] pests by parasitizing and killing them, providing a natural and environmentally friendly method of pest management in agriculture and horticulture. How to [...] Nematodes can be applied using a watering can, an airblast sprayer, through a sprinkler system, with a backpack sprayer, or a vehicle-mounted spray unit To