• FAQ Nematodes

  FAQs Beneficial nematodes 1. Nematodes in general What are nematodes? Nematodes are microscopically small (0.6 to 1 mm), unsegmented worms that occur [...] plant pathogenic nematodes, and saprophytic nematodes. The entomopathogenic nematodes are natural enemies of a lot of insects. Are all nematode species harmless [...] can be host to this group of nematodes. By far the most nematodes belong to the group of saprophytes. These nematodes are harmless and live of dead organic

• Strawberry

  referred to as black vine weevils, are generalist pests, the adults of which feed on the foliage of strawberry plants, and larvae on the roots. Their feeding [...] populations. These nematodes are entomopathogenic, meaning they infect and kill the caterpillars . Once applied, the nematodes actively seek out the caterpillar [...] strawberries a prime target. The female fruit flies lay their eggs on the surface of the berries, and the hatched larvae feed on the fruit, causing damage and

• Crop Protection

  crops without compromising the environment. What are biocontrol agents? Biocontrol agents refer to products and methods that are based on living organisms or [...] health or the environment. Minimal resistance against pests and diseases Biological control agents, such as beneficial insects, mites and nematodes, provide [...] Crop protection in agriculture Crop protection is the practice of protecting plants against pests, diseases, and harmful influences to ensure healthy growth

• Thrips

  parts of the plant and are fairly mobile. Immediately after hatching, the larvae begin to feed on plant tissue on the underside of the leaf. The larvae are [...] are smaller than the adults and lack wings. Depending on the species, thrips either pupate on the plant or in the ground. The pre-pupal and pupal instars [...] fringe of hairs along both edges of the thin wings. There are more than 6,000 known species. Most are harmless, some are predators, and fewer than 20 species

• Municipality Venray: biological control of oak processionary caterpillars

  In the Municipality 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 [...] places, which means that the nematodes are more easily blown away. In some cases, we have to take curative action and extract the nests. But, on balance [...] for the Municipality of Venray. ‘We use nematodes at locations in outlying areas where there might be protected species of butterfly and moth. The major

• Caterpillars

  damage to crops. The most harmful caterpillars that occur in greenhouses belong to the Noctuidae (the noctuid or owl moths), which is the largest of all [...] all lepidopteran families. Most adults of this family are nocturnal. The caterpillars mostly pupate in the ground. Another family containing several species [...] that damage greenhouse crops is the leafroller family, the Tortricidae. The name ‘leafroller’ refers to the fact that the caterpillars often live in rolled-up

• Get Rid of Thrips Naturally Using Predator Mites!

  May 21, 2024

  conditions and what type of crop you are growing. Sachets are often the best choice in crops like cannabis or houseplants because they are clean, easy to [...] how do you know which is the best thrips predatory mite for your situation? First, what are predatory mites? Predatory mites are tiny mites. Typically, just [...] that they primarily feed on the first larval stage of thrips. These are tiny beige coloured larvae that hatch from the egg in the leaf or flower. This is key

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

  witnessed the effect of Koppert’s nematode product Entonem on the oak processionary caterpillar. ‘We’ve been using nematodes for years. The product is [...] be used on trees with leaves. Nematodes are a better solution for urban areas.’ Wolterinck BV sprays the nematodes when the caterpillar egg casings begin [...] needed, either of nematodes or of nematodes plus Bacillus thuringiensis -based products. ‘That is effective around ten days in and if the trees have at least

• Horiver Sticky Cards: A Powerful Tool for Pest Management and Prevention

  May 27, 2024

  above the top of the canopy, but make sure the cards are far enough away from artificial lights. The lights have been known to melt the cards, if the lights [...] attract specific pests. Here is a breakdown of the colors and the pests they are particularly effective against: Yellow: Whiteflies, thrips, leaf miner, winged [...] their functionality and effectiveness in attracting, trapping and monitoring pests. What are Horiver Cards? Horiver sticky cards are adhesive traps designed

• Pepino mosaic virus

  What is Pepino Mosaic Virus (PepMV)? Pepino Mosaic Virus (PepMV) is one of the most economically significant viral diseases in greenhouse tomato production [...] with V10 An effective strategy to protect tomato crops against Pepino Mosaic Virus (PepMV) is the use of cross-protection with a mild strain, such as V10 [...] moderate protection against PepMV US1. This approach is based on the principle of cross-protection, where: A mild virus strain occupies the plant It prevents