Sticky plate

the desired number of pheromone traps. Hang the traps about 10 cm above the crop in a location where they can easily be inspected (e.g. along the centre aisle)

Psyllids

Biological solutions offer multiple benefits

few years, we have developed a range of biological solutions for outdoor crops and gathered a wealth of experience on multiple continents. Building on this [...] customers reduce their reliance on chemicals and grow stronger, more resilient crops. ‘We’ve been developing biological solutions for horticulture for 55 years [...] years. Eleven years ago, we decided that we’d start to focus on outdoor crops as well, as this is an area in which sustainable solutions can make a big difference

The How and Why of IPM

protect the crop. You tackle diseases and pests. You strengthen and protect the population of natural enemies. Plant growth promotion and crop resilience [...] 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 [...] root zone and the air above. You also need to consider your choice of crop variety. Crop varieties can differ significantly in their susceptibility to pests

Rhyzobug – ready to deal with armoured scale

Introducing your crops’ new favourite ladybird – Rhyzobius lophanthae – that will help you to control various types of armoured scales in your crops. The species [...] species is proving to be effective in a number of outdoor crops that include citrus, grapes, blackberries, kiwi and mango. Armoured scales suck cell sap in [...] prevent this, Rhyzobug can be applied both in greenhouses and in outdoor crops to control a wide range of harmful scale insects. Product Manager Jenette

Blueberry

About Blueberries are flowering perennials with dark blue/purple coloured berries. The plant belongs to the section of Cyanococcus and the genus Vaccinium (cranberries, bilberries and grouseberries al

Raspberry

About The raspberry ( Rubus idaeus ), also referred to as red raspberry or occasionally as European raspberry to distinguish it from other raspberries, is a red-fruited species of Rubus. This particul

Blackberry

About The blackberry is an edible fruit that originates from a wide range of species belonging to the genus Rubus that is part of the family of Rosaceae , but also from hybrids within the Rubus subgen

Macadamia

About The macadamia plant (Macadamia integrifolia) belongs to the Proteaceae family, known for their richly flavoured edible seeds. The macadamia is a genus of four species of trees. Three species of

Orchid

About The orchid is part of an extremely large and diverse of flowering plants, the Orchidaceae or the orchid family . The plant’s flower are usually colourful and fragrant. Nowadays there are no less