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

  January 1, 1970

  Wolterinck BV in Beltrum, the Netherlands, is a specialist in tree care and weed control and works on behalf of local authorities and governmental bodies [...] bodies. Co-owner and general director Ivo de Groot has witnessed the effect of Koppert’s nematode product Entonem on the oak processionary caterpillar. ‘We’ve [...] Bacillus thuringiensis -based products. ‘That is effective around ten days in and if the trees have at least 30% of their leaf cover, Bacillus thuringiensis can

• Municipality Doetinchem: Entonem nematodes managing oak processionary caterpillar

  January 1, 1970

  There are many oak trees in the forests and plantations around Doetinchem. Marc van Rijswijk is the spokesman for Buha, the implementing organization for [...] maintain the biodiversity in the centre, and public opinion is quite sensitive to spraying here. We worked in consultation with distributor Mertens and decided [...] for now. In the longer term, improving biodiversity will have an important role to play – breaching the monocultures of the oak and stimulating the natural

• Manual Growing lights

  January 1, 1970

  late in the morning during the darkest days of the month (1 hour after sunrise), and they need at least 2 hours to pollinate all the flowers in the greenhouse [...] that is available). In the weeks 10 until 39, you can place the hives lower in the greenhouse, along the walkway under the gutter (according to Koppert’s [...] There are several placement systems on the market to automate the opening and closing of bumblebee hives like the Wireless BeeHome system and the Metazet

• Unauthorized Sellers: A Notice to Our Loyal Customers

  May 7, 2024

  stored for 1-2 weeks from the week number noted on the product, in a dark place at 14C. These exact two weeks will be shown on the batch code. For example [...] example, on each sachet and on the box the sachets come in you will see something like this: 05520DI U415 4E/15 Wk 19/20 This shows that this specific batch [...] noticed an uptick in unauthorized sellers on FB Marketplace, Kijiji, and other re-sellable platforms. These “unauthorized distributors” are purchasing products

• Pollination checklist Growing lights

  January 1, 1970

  sure the hives are not overheated by the lamps and other means, or by the sun in spring and late autumn. The later the lights are turned on, the more [...] connecting the transmitter to the climate computer. Heat Do not turn the lights on before midnight Screens and filters Place the Natupol hive with the WBH [...] pollination. The sun activates the bumblebees 09:00 08:00 Keep the hives closed during one day of snowfall. If possible, remove the snow from the roof. 07:00

• Trial results onion fly and bean seed fly

  January 1, 1970

  nematodes feed on the digested tissues of the dead insect and reproduce in large numbers. The pest insect stops feeding soon after being infested, and dies within [...] openings. The nematodes then release pathogenic bacteria they carry with them. These actions kill and liquify the insect from the inside. The nematodes [...] soybeans, and spinach. Facing the bean seed fly challenge This year, Frank encountered a significant challenge due to the cold and wet conditions at the beginning

• Cryptobug

  January 1, 1970

  slabs or in Diboxes close to or at a hotspot Apply in the evening Dosage The dosage of Cryptobug depends on climate, crop and mealybug density and should [...] mealybug species. Mode of action Adults and larvae consume the mealybugs completely. Visual effect Mealybugs are consumed entirely. Pack size 500 adults [...] adjusted to the particular situation. Introduction rates typically range from 2-10 per m 2 /release. Releases should be made in infested areas only and repeated

• Replace Conventional Pesticides With Natural Alternatives

  April 18, 2024

  addresses the push towards sustainable agriculture in the future. Sophisticated and safe As partners with nature, we leverage the natural behaviors of nematodes [...] onions, carrots and beans, as well as crops like cannabis or tropical houseplants. And the carefully developed formula and packaging make the transition from [...] simple. Our nematode solutions are sustainably packaged and water soluble. The nematodes are kept dormant until they are ready for use, which extends their

• Dibox

  January 1, 1970

  that are not available in sachets. How to use Dibox Application Fold out the Diboxes Pour the material into the Diboxes Hang the Diboxes close to or at [...] Dibox for the application of biological products when it is necessary to apply close to a hotspot. This mainly counts for parasitic wasps and products that [...] working conditions for Dibox Depending on humidity the Diboxes can be used for multiple introductions of the natural enemies.

• Cannabis Aphid Prevention Strategies

  July 12, 2024

  The legalization of Cannabis in Canada has resulted in increased clone sharing through large LPs, Micros, ACMPRS and home growers. This transition in the [...] leaf or in the growing tip. In addition, because Cannabis cultivation has grown with outdoor gardens and neighboring facilities, the Cannabis Aphid can [...] Canada regulations restrict the use of commonly used aphid insecticides that are key for aphid control in other crops. If the Cannabis Aphid enters your