• Pollination checklist Growing lights

  will have a negative effect on the development of the hives. 10:00 1! Bumblebees need max. 2 hours to return to their hive 15:00 Do not keep a hive closed [...] allow the bumblebees to fly when there is enough daylight present. Wireless BeeHome system (WBH) can be controlled either by using a timer or by connecting [...] transmitter to the climate computer. Heat Do not turn the lights on before midnight Screens and filters Place the Natupol hive with the WBH on a Natupol

• Do you think you have Cannabis Pests?

  June 27, 2024

  Quarantine The first step to a pest free facility is to quarantine your plants upon arrival. All plants entering a building or grow area should be inspected [...] walk-throughs need to be counted and performed on a weekly basis. This is important for a few reasons: Horiver cards will allow you to observe what is flying [...] This stage triggers a portion of the population to turn a red/orange/purple color as they go into diapause (hibernation), where a non-diapaused Two-Spotted

• Limonica strong contender against persistent thrips

  August 5, 2025

  is a predatory mite that feeds on a wide range of pests, including thrips (both first and second instar larvae), whitefly eggs and nymphs, and, to some [...] for its rapid spread and damage to peppers and strawberries, this species is well-targeted by Limonica due to its ability to feed on second instar larvae [...] A. limonicus egg laying and predation capacity on T. parvispinus larvae Thrips remain a persistent challenge in protected horticulture. Emerging species

• Beneficial Nematodes against Horticultural Pests

  are being researched). They are selectively applied to combat a significant variety of pests in a wide range of temperatures, such as the pupae and larvae [...] within a few days. The nematodes that emerge then start their search for a new host. Part of the IPM toolbox Nematodes have increasingly become a powerful [...] together to either partly substitute, and sometimes replace the use of conventional pesticides, to manage pests that are extremely difficult to control

• Manual Wireless Beehome

  Transmitter Attach the transmitter to a pole along the aisle in a central area in the greenhouse. The transmitter has a range of approximately 100 metres [...] the country in question). In addition to this, we supply receivers with a normal hive door and transmitters with a modified (‘queen excluder’) hive door [...] antenna. 10 Position the transmitter in a dry spot in the shade (as a preventative action, pay attention to potential damp problems by avoiding points

• How Does Buzz Pollination Work?

  July 10, 2024

  transmitted to the flower via physical contact. A single continuous vibration lasting up to a couple of seconds or multiple short vibrations lasting from a few [...] flowers to release pollen. If honeybees are used singularly to pollinate a crop that requires buzz pollination, this could consequently cause a reduced [...] access to certain pollinators, specifically honeybees. Honeybees require four times more visits to transfer the same amount of pollen compared to a buzz

• Canadian Thrips in Greenhouses & Grow Rooms

  September 19, 2024

  there are over 7000 species, coming in a small array of colors from white to yellow and black to brown. They also have a diverse range of ecosystem functions [...] resources out there to attempt an in-house identification. For a full key on how to identify Canadian thrips, click here > ( Key-to-important-thrips-pe [...] giving thrips, a variety of strategies to adapt and quickly expand their populations without relying on sexual reproduction. As a result, even a single individual

• Get Rid of Thrips Naturally Using Predator Mites!

  May 21, 2024

  resistance to multiple spray applications, so the sprays eventually become ineffective. Changing to biocontrol is a more natural and safe way to remove unwanted [...] help decrease the possibility of a large infestation from developing. Remember, thrips pose a significant threat to a wide range of plant species throughout [...] needed for the predator mite to deposit its eggs. In these situations, Thripex is a better choice as there is no value to Swirski’s higher level of re

• Replace Conventional Pesticides With Natural Alternatives

  April 18, 2024

  people who consume them. As a result, nematodes contribute to the better health of people and planet. Improved formula The answers to agricultural challenges [...] potential of beneficial nematodes to support the transition to sustainable agriculture is enormous. And because of our dedication to research, the opportunities [...] alternatives will only continue to grow. Our focus on continuous improvement has already led to today’s biodegradable, easy to use, and affordable spray solution

• Plus, Ulti-Mite or LD. Which Sachet is Best for You?

  May 7, 2024

  sachets LD sachets. In order to understand which sachet is the best choice for you it is important to first understand what is in a sachet and how they work [...] breeding systems, slowly releasing all stages of predatory mites into a crop over a 4 to 10-week time period, depending on the sachet type and climate. The [...] (4-10wks), leave through the exit hole to patrol your crops for pests. In order for the sachet to continue producing to sustain this cycle of life, the humidity