A dive into organic hop farming and biological crop protection

making the exciting yet challenging shift to organic farming and biological crop protection . This transition required Lukas to question traditional approaches [...] providing a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional crop protection methods. In conclusion, Lukas Locher's journey represents the [...] potential of organic farming and the integration of beneficial insects in crop protection. As he navigates challenges and celebrates successes, his story

2023 trial season proves value of biological solutions in outdoor crops

Biological crop protection boosts yield and profitability with longer spraying windows and zero residue risks

RedStar places trust in Natutec Scout

RedStar — the Netherlands' largest producer of exclusive taste tomatoes and snack tomatoes. The company is very satisfied with it. ‘We don't really need

Tutasan

trapping male tomato leaf miner moths in combination with Pherodis Tuta absoluta . Pests Tomato leaf miner moth ( Tuta absoluta ). Crops Tomato. Mode of action [...] distributed along the walkway and plant rows. Timing During the entire cropping period. Combined use Use in combination with Pherodis Tuta absoluta . Storage

Cotton bollworm

on crops such as cotton, sorghum, tomato, sweet corn, beans, soybeans, tobacco, sunflowers and various fruit crops. Among greenhouse crops, tomato is

Amazone Plants continues the path of organic cultivation

wind at its back but the business started to take off in 2015. In 2019, the tomato nursery also owned by Van Zijl was converted, before being added to the [...] period. This means that there is always a strong population in the greenhouse crop and control of the thrips is maintained at the right level. The method works [...] all, chemicals put so much strain on the safety of the employees, on the crops, and on the local environment. It has never been a favourite activity of

Rancho Los Pinos is nature's ally

ranch produces various tomato and cucumber varieties, along with 55 hectares of open-field Brussels sprouts annually. These crops are distributed to markets [...] "We realized that incorporating pollinators and biological control in our crops significantly reduced our reliance on high-impact pesticides," noted José [...] learned to produce better, healthier food and nearly eliminate pesticides in tomato and cucumber production. We are very proud of this achievement." At Rancho

Swirski-Mite Plus

larvae of whitefly . Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several [...] first pest mites are detected in the crop. Use at least 4,000 sachets per ha and hang them evenly spaced in the crop. Release should be repeated after 4 [...] box. Carrier Bran. Application Hang sachets in sheltered locations in the crop, not exposed to direct sunlight Sachets already have an exit hole Hold sachets

Thripex-Plus

various thrips species. Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several [...] first pest mites are detected in the crop. Use at least 4,000 sachets per ha and hang them evenly spaced in the crop. Release should be repeated after 4 [...] box. Carrier Bran. Application Hang sachets in sheltered locations in the crop, not exposed to direct sunlight Sachets already have an exit hole Hold sachets