Knowing & recognizing

company The use of biological control is not a simple process, it has become a complex system in which many aspects need to be considered. The need for knowledge [...] growers’ guide to biological crop protection Knowing and recognizing does exactly what it implies. It empowers you with knowledge about the pest’s lifecycle [...] lifecycle and its many phases, as well as giving you the ability to recognize the pest or disease you are up against by means of detailed illustrations and close-up

How to protect bumblebees from heat

it is crucial to ensure effective pollination to support crop production and maintain high yields for growers. To ensure a positive result, it is crucial [...] maintain a temperature of 28°C inside the hive in any environmental conditions. Above 28°C the pollination capacity is reduced as their activity is focused [...] be reduced if the humidity is too low or radiation is too high. In conventional greenhouses, the recommended humidity range is 60-75%. Due to better air

How to protect bumblebees in cold

ºC for optimal plant development. When your crop is healthy and the average 24-hour temperature is at least 15 ºC, you can ensure that there won't be any [...] : Warmth is key Place the hives in the warmest part of the tunnel/greenhouse, ensuring they catch the morning sun. Make sure the hive is in a sheltered [...] consider using netting whenever possible, or you can temporarily collect the worker bees in the hive for a short period using our Wireless Beehome System

Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

acquires a lot of knowledge and is prepared to fully transition to biological crop protection when the government decides that certain traditional methods [...] complement each other, and how organic and traditional farming are getting closer together. "The mix between traditional and organic is actually quite pleasant [...] decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience in using biological crop protection . As a result, he acquires

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Lesser Mealworm

routes. The beetles feed on spilled feed and chicken waste and are eaten by the chickens in turn, posing a risk for disease transmission, especially Salmonella [...] leucosis and infectious bursitis a.k.a. Gumboro disease); and avian coccidiosis. They damage the poultry housing when final instar larvae tunnel into thermal [...] Alphitobius diaperinus is one of the most abundant insects found on the floor of poultry houses. It has long been known as a common pest worldwide, and

Poultry Red Mite

gallinae , the poultry red mite, chicken mite or roost mite, is a major pest of fowl, pigeons, and other caged birds worldwide. A parasite especially common [...] life stages: egg, larva, protonymph, deutonymph and adult. After mating, female mites lay 4–8 eggs per day over a period of three days, taking a blood meal [...] common to poultry breeding and egg production operations, it is directly responsible for hundreds of millions of dollars in egg industry losses every year. Despite

Predatory mites

different 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 [...] crops, using a blower for dispersion is an available option. This approach proves particularly effective when a swift response is required due to a pest invading [...] preys on the identified pest. Consult with a Koppert advisor or supplier if you're unsure. Release timing: Timing is essential and depends on factors like pest

Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control

Spidex Vital it therefore is a clear proof of predation when red Spidex Vital is observed. FAQ You can find everything you need to know about Spidex Vital here [...] travelling the given distance. In a bottle of Spidex Vital a more diverse population composition is present, so when applied in hotspots the adults are [...] result of many years of research and fine-tuning, Spidex is now delivered in a new formulation; with a greater impact on spider mite control: Spidex Vital Spidex

Mycotal your natural partner for whitefly control

Mycotal product is a bio-insecticide that contains the blastospores of Akanthomyces muscarius Ve6. Mycotal is a biological solution for a range of pests [...] Download trial results Everything you need to know about Mycotal Discover everything you need to know about Mycotal . You can also download the FAQ document [...] will start to build up a population as soon as the conditions are favourable.This can become a serious threat to you crop in a later stage. New research