Lyprauta

have a variation of dark-coloured markings spread over their wings. Adults of L. cambria have a large dark-coloured mark on the apical wing parts as well [...] sp. are a transparent greyish white and have a long slender body. The head is brown or reddish. The pupae are white to yellow and embedded in a dense web [...] black and start to rot internally. Just above the damaged area, the roots produce large numbers of new branches. This ultimately results in a reduced number

Pepper weevil

inspect the ground as well as the flowers and immature fruit, since they throw themselves to the ground and keep still when they detect a threat. Damage symptoms [...] temperature. When pupation begins, the larva forms a cavity and covers it with its excrement, creating a type of cell, to be used later when it begins its [...] huge damage. When they are already present on the crop, the best approach is to monitor them during the cooler parts of the day, as this is when they are most

Better insights and digital advice with Natutec Scout

measurement. The threshold value works as an alarm bell – as soon as the level of infestation exceeds the threshold, it’s a signal to the grower that he needs [...] app as a tool. It allows us to take the measures we need to take quickly, based on the advice provided the consultant. You can act more promptly.’ A threshold [...] provides a visual indication on the map itself to show how the level of infestation is evolving. Different levels of indication are available – on a location

Tomato russet mite

Australia and is a pest in tomatoes in all areas where they are grown. Other members of the plant family Solanaceae may be affected to a lesser extent. Damage [...] on stems on the lower portion of plants. When newly laid they are creamy white but turn to a patchy yellow as they age. The mites have two nymphal stages: [...] also referred to as Vasates lycopersici, Vasates destructor and Phyllocoptes destructor in older publications) belongs to the family Eriophyidae. It does

Mushroom

Mushroom A mushroom, or toadstool, is the fleshy, spore-bearing fruiting body of a fungus, typically produced above ground on soil or on its food source [...] considered safe for most people to eat because it is grown in controlled, sterilized environments. Several varieties of A. bisporus are grown commercially [...] portobello. Many other mushroom varieties are also commercially available as growers and breeders search for new and unique tastes for the market.

Roots Growers positive about Mycotal against whitefly

products, also has a low MRL, which is a requirement for small cherry tomatoes. However, as we can only use this product a few times a year, we have very [...] hectares. As organic as possible Roots Growers grows the Piccolo variety, a mini vine cherry tomato. In this segment is plant protection in particular a crucial [...] organisms. As a result, the effects of spraying are visible sooner. As the active fungus in Mycotal is cold-tolerant and works at temperatures starting at 5°C

Manual Growing lights

greenhouse at times when enough daylight is available (28 Watt/m2 PAR light), a Wireless BeeHome system can be used. Even better is a combination of the [...] pollination when daylight is at its minimum. The opening and closing system is pneumatic and is controlled by a timer or the climate computer. On a rare occasion [...] Content 1 Introduction 1.1 Bee vision 2 Placement of hives when using growing lights 3 3 5 2.1 When to open and close the hives 6 2.2 Automated opening

Aphidius matricariae

parasitic wasp Aphidius matricariae Aphidius matricariae is a parasitic wasp belonging to the family Braconidae and is widely recognized for its role in biological [...] least a few days The dosage of Aphipar -M depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction [...] /release. Releases should be repeated at least 3 times. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best

Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

workers and queens have a stinger, as is the case with honeybees and wasps. Drones cannot sting. The stinger is a weapon for defence. When a bee stings, some [...] stung in a sensitive location, such as near the eyes. As soon as possible after being stung, the person should take an anti-inflammatory (such as aspirin [...] event of a fever occurring or a grade 1 reaction, contact a GP. The decision can be made to keep an eye on the situation and see how things go. A period

Nutari

situation. Start introduction together with the first predatory mite release. Apply 1000 - 5000 mites/m 2 per release. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized [...] Mode of action When density of the target pest is low and there is no alternative food available in the crop Nutari can be provided as alternative food [...] for predatory mites . This will ensure a standing army of predatory mites in the crop, keeping the target pest on a low level. Pack size 30 gram (2 million);