• The importance of women in Agriculture

  August 15, 2022

  than 26 years and she emphasises that you do not have to compromise your femininity to be successful in agriculture. You do not have to be like a man, [...] yourself with the right skills and training. Laurika du Bois is just the person to talk to when it comes to skills and training. Having grown up on a farm herself [...] comes to land and livestock ownership, equal pay, participation in decision-making entities and access to credit and financial services. We need to work

• On the farm with our fly control enthusiasts

  May 19, 2022

  control, both chemical and biological. For the past three seasons however, they have started using the Biopar and Macro-Mite tag-team to help clients with natural [...] solutions. It is also important to us to help clients in putting out biological products to ensure the correct application and optimum control. Our motto is [...] van der Westhuizen and Reghardt van der Westhuizen in Standerton, Mpumalanga, to hear more about their experience working with Biopar and Macro-Mite . This

• Natutec Scout

  on pest and disease populations by using technologies to collect, process, and analyze data from crops in real-time, enabling more informed and effective [...] knowledge and expertise on effectively scouting crops for pests and diseases. Save time and increase efficiency by automating data collection and analysis [...] products and maintain biological balance. Improved data management Digitally storing and centralizing your scout data makes it easier to manage and analyze

• Understanding the importance of scouting for successful IPM in Macadamia Orchards

  September 26, 2024

  leaves, stems, and nuts for pests and possible beneficials. Use a loupe to closely inspect small pests and their predators. 5. Identification and assessment [...] type and number of pests and beneficials observed, the locations within the orchard, and any signs of pest damage. Take clear photos of pests and beneficials [...] Montdo Ulti-mite and Larvanem for thrips Crypotbug for mealybugs and Rhyzobug for long-tail mealybugs By understanding the role and effectiveness of these

• Spical-Plus

  between 13 and 32°C (55 and 90°F) and is sensitive to relative humidity below 60%. Combined use Can be combined with Phytoseiulus persimilis and Feltiella [...] in the crop, not exposed to direct sunlight Sachets already have an exit hole Hold sachets by the cardboard strip at the top, to avoid damaging the predatory [...] The dosage of Spical-Plus depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively

• Thripex-Plus

  in the crop, not exposed to direct sunlight Sachets already have an exit hole Hold sachets by the cardboard strip at the top, to avoid damaging the predatory [...] The dosage of Thripex-Plus depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively [...] temperatures between 15 and 25°C (59 and 77°F). It is not effective at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Neoseiulus cucumeris is sensitive to relative humidity below

• Aphelinus abdominalis

  is 2.5 to 3 mm in length, with short legs and short antennae. Females have a black thorax and yellow abdomen. Males are slightly smaller and their abdomen [...] dry and at its introduction site for a few days The dosage of Aphilin depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the [...] parasitized. The control of the aphids is due to host feeding and parasitization in roughly equal measure. Life cycle and appearance of Aphelinus abdominalis An

• Spical Ulti-Mite

  between 13 and 32°C (55 and 90°F) and is sensitive to relative humidity below 60%. Combined use Can be combined with Phytoseiulus persimilis and Feltiella [...] in the crop, not exposed to direct sunlight Sachets already have an exit hole Hold sachets by the cardboard strip at the top, to avoid damaging the predatory [...] dosage of Spical Ulti-Mite depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively

• Aphytis melinus

  cover is flipped over, the dead scale will be flat and dehydrated, and the parasite's cast skin and fecal pellets will be evident. After reaching adulthood [...] small round hole in the scale cover and leaves. Males and females are a lemon-yellow with green compound eyes and three red ocelli (single eyes) on top [...] belonging to the family Aphelinidae . This tiny wasp is widely recognized for its role in the biological control of various scale insect pests.Native to Southeast

• Citripar

  mealybugs , particularly the second and third larval and adult stage of female citrus mealybugs ( Planococcus citri ) and vine mealybugs ( Planococcus ficus [...] The dosage of Citripar depends on climate, crop and mealybug density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively [...] Pupae develop in the mummified skin of the host and look like swollen mealybug larvae. Empty pupae have an irregular exit hole at the posterior end of the