How to protect bumblebees in cold

to protect the brood during such conditions to avoid damage Keep in mind that the impact of climate on pollination and colony quality is also time-sensitive [...] healthy and the average 24-hour temperature is at least 15 ºC, you can ensure that there won't be any issues with the foraging activity of the bumblebees, leading [...] a sheltered environment. Sunlight exposure Position the hives on the side that receives the most sun during cold periods, maximizing their exposure to sunlight

La Hacienda Fresh increases crop profitability thanks to biological control

program is one of the key tools that can help you achieve this. This is attested to by La Hacienda Fresh, a company that has developed great expertise in [...] the harvest weeks. We have managed to reach 42 weeks thanks to the fact that agrochemical applications have decreased considerably by up to 40%, depending

Aphidius colemani

the species of wasp within: many braconid wasps that parasitize aphids produce a mummy similar to that of Aphidius spp. The aphids do not die at once but [...] antennae, a rounded abdomen that is shorter than the wings, and is black with dark brown legs. A female has a more pointed abdomen that is as long as the wings

Lettuce

(Lactuca sativa) belongs to the daisy family, Asteraceae. It is a hardy annual that is easy to cultivate and most often grown for its leaves. It is, however

Pollination checklist tomato

marks. The closed flowers provide a precise picture of the situation. Flowers that are open for longer than one day have between one and five bite marks Check [...] least in the shade, particularly during the warmest part of the day. Ensure that the hive gets some sunlight during the dark winter period. Shade can be provided [...] extra measures will be required such as active cooling. Position the hive so that it is easily visible both to the bumblebees and to people Ensure the hive

Green potted plants

at times as water storage plants, are plants with thick and fleshy parts that serve to retain water in arid climates or dry soils.

Carrot

About The carrot ( Daucus carota subsp. sativus ) is a root vegetable and comes in a variety of colours, ranging from the regular orange to black and purple, but also red, yellow and white. The carrot

Flowering potted plants

climates. Kalanchoe is a tropical, succulent flowering plant and a genus that consists of about 125 species belonging to the family of Crassulaceae . Hibiscus

Aphidius ervi

the parasitic wasp Aphidius ervi Aphidius ervi is a parasitic wasp species that plays a significant role in biological control of aphids . The natural enemy [...] wasp Aphidius ervi Aphidius ervi exhibits a specialized feeding behavior that makes it an effective biological control agent against aphid pests. Once [...] impact. The aphids can be spread through the crop, and it has been shown that mortality rates among aphids due to disturbance by parasitoids can be very

Precautionary measures for product allergies

there is a risk of exposure via your skin, we recommend that you wear protective clothing that covers your arms and legs (e.g. a disposable overall). We [...] Koppert. Icons on the product packaging show you the precautionary measures that can be taken to prevent possible allergic reactions. Prevent exposure via [...] wearing a mask. Prevent exposure via your skin by wearing protective clothing that covers your arms and legs. Prevent exposure via your skin by wearing gloves