• Cucumber

  January 1, 1970

  season, with a focus on early detection. Early identification of pests and diseases allows for timely intervention, reducing the risk of widespread infestations [...] Integrated pest management ( IPM ) is of importance in cucumber cultivation, to ensure the health and productivity of cucumber crops. Cucumbers are exc [...] decimating yields. Implementing IPM strategies is crucial for effectively controlling and mitigating the impacts of these pests and diseases. By combining various

• Click beetles

  January 1, 1970

  called wireworms and feed on the roots of many plants. Damage symptoms The click beetles feed on the roots and bore into the base of plants. This can cause [...] cause the plants to wilt and die. Damage is more severe in young plants. Life cycle and appearance of Click beetles Adult Agriotis sp. are 6-10 mm long and [...] , with the head deeply retracted into the thorax. When disturbed they lie on their back feigning death and then suddenly propel themselves into the air

• Pollination checklist tomato

  January 1, 1970

  flower and makes the flower vibrate. This is known as buzz pollination. The imprints of the bumblebee's jaw on the flower (bite marks) turn brown within [...] hive once the number of bite marks has dropped to just one or two per flower. Pollen is released best at a relative humidity (RH) of between 50% and 80% [...] also reduce the number of healthy flowers. Potential risks include water shortage, non-balanced nutrition, the influence of viruses, plant diseases, pest

• Predatory mites

  January 1, 1970

  predatory mites needed based on factors such as the size of your crop and the severity of the pest infestation. Distribution: There are various methods to distribute [...] pests, so knowing the target pest is crucial. Scouting is essential to know where the pest is, how severe the infestation is and to identify the pest. Select [...] necessary: Depending on the severity of the pest problem, multiple releases of predatory mites may be required. Follow the recommendations of your crop consultant

• Municipality Venray: biological control of oak processionary caterpillars

  January 1, 1970

  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 [...] coordinator of oak processionary caterpillar management for the Municipality of Venray. ‘We use nematodes at locations in outlying areas where there might be [...] be protected species of butterfly and moth. The major benefit of Entonem is that nematodes kill fewer other caterpillars , which means they are less harmful

• Impatiens thrips

  January 1, 1970

  eggplants. It lives exclusively on the leaves and is often present on weeds in greenhouses. Life cycle and appearance of Impatiens thrips Impatiens thrips [...] undersides of the leaf. Pupation occurs on the leaf rather than on the ground. The prepupae and pupae remain immobile on the leaf tissue. Adults are found [...] found on both upper- and undersides of the leaves. This species of thrips is relatively large. Both males and females are dark brown to black in colour with

• Mastering the Battle Against Lawn Pests: White Grubs and Leatherjacket Edition

  April 25, 2024

  Need? The contents of a 50mill package will treat 2,500sq. ft or 0.06 acres, depending on the level of infestation The contents of a 500mill package will [...] becoming visible on the outside of the grub. While natural, it may pose a risk to honeybees, beneficial insects, and aquatic life, depending on how you are [...] square foot, it is time to act. Biological Control with Nematodes One effective method of controlling white grubs and leatherjackets is using entomopathogenic

• European corn borer

  January 1, 1970

  mainly on the underside of leaves. The larvae initially feed on the leaves and then bore into the upper part of the maize plants. Later, second generation [...] Ostrinia nubilali s), is a severe pest of maize and has also been reported to attack apple, strawberries, peppers and other plants. It is present in Europe [...] Later, frass and holes are easily visible on stems, or on the apical part of maize ears. Larval tunnelling weakens the stalks and causes them to break during

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  January 1, 1970

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• Natutec Mini-Airbug

  January 1, 1970

  Entofood . Mode of action The innovative combination of the special fan of the Mini-Airbug and the revolving dosing pot ensures a uniform release of carrier material [...] pot and mixing pot The Mini-Airbug is also available for use on trolleys and is then delivered with a converter Volume of dosing pot/drum 1.5 litres. Range [...] metres (depending on product/carrier material). Application Adjust the size of the holes in the dosing pot to the required dosage based on the information