Integrated Pest Management

often referred to as IPM, is a sustainable and environmentally responsible approach to pest management. It employs a combination of strategies to prevent and [...] Beneficial insects and biological control One of the key aspects of IPM is harnessing the power of natural enemies to control pest populations. Predatory mites [...] the presence of pests and respond accordingly. The use of insect traps can also be an effective way to control pests without resorting to chemicals. Mass

Greenhouse whitefly

The larvae of whitefly need a lot of protein for growth, and thus consume a large quantity of plant sap. This contains a high proportion of sugar, and [...] development of fruit and lead to a reduction in yield. The honeydew deposited on fruit makes it sticky. Dirt adheres to the fruit, and the growth of sooty moulds [...] can be transmitted. The consumption of plant sap and secreting of honeydew by whiteflies reduce the aesthetic value of crops. This is particularly important

Crop Protection

lished understanding of biocontrol's benefits. Lower risk to human health Biological crop protection poses minimum to no risks to growers and consumers [...] t interval – Safe to apply up to harvest with no waiting period. Low resistance risk – Pests typically do not develop resistance to natural enemies. Supports [...] protection, often referred to as biocontrol, is a natural and sustainable approach to managing pests and diseases in agriculture. Instead of relying on synthetic

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pest control of young larvae of various thrips species and bud mites. Use Swirski Ulti-Mite as a preventive method and when the first signs of a pest appear [...] physiological phase of crop (flowering, flushing). The sachet is made of a 100% industrial compostable foil. It satisfies the conditions of the ‘Industrial [...] susceptible to diapause and therefore can also be introduced during the winter time. It is tolerant to high temperatures; a swirskii population starts to develop

Crop scouting

Benefits of crop scouting One of the key benefits of crop scouting is its ability to enable early detection and targeted intervention. By identifying problems [...] the risk of yield losses and reducing the need for excessive pesticide or fertilizer use. This not only saves resources but also contributes to environmental [...] crop scouting empowers growers to make informed decisions based on real-time field data. By understanding the specific needs of their crops, growers can tailor

Crop Monitoring and Scouting

detect the presence of pests and respond accordingly. Benefits of crop monitoring and scouting One of the most critical aspects of crop scouting is pest [...] or failure of a harvest. These essential techniques provide growers with insights into the health and growth of their crops, enabling them to take proactive [...] the systematic observation of crops throughout their growth cycle. This involves a close inspection of plants for signs of stress, pests, diseases. This

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lifecycle (around 8 days from egg to adult in summer}, ensuring rapid build-up in times of egg laying by its host. Up to three Tripar-C wasps can hatch from [...] When and how to distribute Tripar-C Citrus Tripar -C must be distributed in affected orchards as soon as the fruit become susceptible to moth damage [...] /clipping them to a leaf in the affected areas. Tripar-C parasitoids will usually start hatching within 2 days of receipt, and care must be taken to store and

Spidex

Application Turn and shake the bottle gently before use Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle material on leaves or pour into Diboxes [...] Natutec Airobug Dosage The dosage of Spidex depends on climate, crop and spider mite density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start [...] Tetranychus urticae ) and other Tetranychus spp., except Tetranychus evansi . Mode of action Predatory mites pierce their prey with their sucking mouthparts and

Trial results onion fly and bean seed fly

Since 1986, many years of experience have gone into the selection, production and quality control of our beneficial nematodes. Each of the nematodes produced [...] Koppert has been selected to target specific pest insects. How does it work? After application, the nematodes set out in search of their prey. They can actively [...] biological control of many pests. Meet Frank Keijzer, the owner of a 57-hectare organic arable farm and is growing a wide variety of crops, including onions

Macadamia Swirski Ultimite

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