• Laeveld_Agrochem_GROEI_20_-_Winter_2022.pdf

  silica to plants is in the form of monosilicic acid, AgriSil K50 is a potasssium silicate, which is a potassium salt of silicic acid. This is a highly One of [...] consider in determining profitability on a farm is the growing condition. What is in the soil? What is in the water? What type and size of irrigation and fertigation [...] Phosphorus is a vital component of ATP, the “energy unit” of plants and a deficiency will limit plant productivity. A deficiency will have a direct influence

• Broad mite

  show a preference for young, developing plant tissue, like the growing tips, young leaves and flower buds. The mechanism causing the deformation is not [...] brown stripes forming a fine network on the leaves. In case of a more serious infestation, this network becomes so dense that there is no more green tissue [...] latus) are not a serious problem, as they are unable to overwinter. Mites belonging to the family of tarsonemids ( Tarsonemidae ) display a greater diversity

• Pear

  management with Anthobug (Anthocoris nemoralis) , a predatory bug that feeds on psyllid eggs and nymphs, and Lovell, a paraffinic oil that helps control eggs and [...] storage life, and lead to significant economic losses. A preventive approach during cultivation is essential for minimizing storage diseases. Regular monitoring [...] temperatures and variable weather conditions, visiting flowers efficiently throughout the flowering period. Effective pollination improves fruit set, promotes

• Neoseiulus cucumeris

  thrips larvae. Neoseiulus cucumeris is a valuable solution in integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, where it acts as a natural enemy to help control thrips [...] Release should be repeated after 4 weeks if the pest is not controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice [...] controlling thrips is mainly dependent on the size of the prey larvae. Thrips larvae try to defend themselves against an attack by a predatory mite by violently

• Blueberry

  inch) in diameter and have a flared crown. The berries are greenish pale at first, then turn reddish-purple and they are a dark blue/purple colour when [...] protected by a layer of powdery epicuticular wax, commonly known as the "bloom". Blueberries usually taste sweet and can vary in acidity. They have a sweet taste [...] About Blueberries are flowering perennials with dark blue/purple coloured berries. The plant belongs to the section of Cyanococcus and the genus Vaccinium

• Biological thrips management starts with monitoring

  October 14, 2026

  horticultural crops in Zambia. Their feeding causes silvering, leaf distortion, flower damage, and fruit scarring, while several species also transmit destructive [...] of the most effective tools for monitoring and reducing thrips populations is Horiver Sticky Cards from Koppert. Sticky traps are exceptionally effective [...] light. While yellow sticky cards work well, bright blue sticky traps reflect a specific spectrum that thrips find irresistibly attractive, drawing them away

• Macrocheles robustulus

  Macrocheles robustulus is a species of predatory mite known for its role in biological pest control , particularly in agricultural and horticultural settings [...] settings. Macrocheles robustulus is also a soil-dwelling predatory mite, controlling eggs and larvae of flies , thrips pupae, nematodes and other soil living [...] robustulus plays a vital role in integrated pest management (IPM) strategies. Macrocheles robustulus for pest control Macrocheles robustulus is used for the

• Less use of chemical pesticides due to Natutec Scout

  Scout at Schreurs, explains: “Scouting is very important within this cultivation. This is why we not only conduct a weekly count of all sticky traps but [...] and diseases The flower grower has been utilizing the crop scout app for a considerable time now, yielding positive outcomes. ''Scouting is more efficient [...] Data-driven IPM Natutec Scout is a scouting tool for crops designed for accurate pest monitoring and real-time notifications. A crop scouting tool can contribute

• Apple

  yield Monitoring and trapping bugs in apple orchards Halyosan is a trap used in combination with a species-specific aggregation pheromone to attract and capture [...] orchards Apple sawfly (Hoplocampa testudinea) is an early-season pest that attacks young fruit shortly after flowering. Larvae feed inside developing fruitlets [...] support healthy apple trees. Find solutions Apple powdery mildew Powdery mildew is a common fungal disease in apple orchards that affects leaves, shoots, blossoms

• The How and Why of IPM

  June 7, 2022

  growth promotion and crop resilience is a critical success factor within IPM. A healthy soil or substrate is the basis for a healthy crop. Think about soil or [...] enemies on the other. A big part of a holistic approach is also to continuously monitor how both aspects develop in your crop - monitoring is crucial . Early [...] The How and Why of IPM Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a term we see everywhere today. But what does it mean, exactly? And how do you apply this method