• Whitefly

  damage The larvae need a lot of nutrients for growth, and thus consume a large quantity of plant sap. This contains a high proportion of sugar, and the excess [...] crops and prevent the spread of diseases. Biological control of whiteflies uses a combination of natural enemies and tools that target different pest stages: [...] development of fruit and lead to a reduction in yield. By sucking plant sap and secreting honeydew, whitefly reduces the aesthetic value of crops. This

• Caterpillars

  can rapidly decimate a plant. Very small caterpillars are not able to chew and therefore graze the underside of leaves. This causes a window effect where [...] them difficult to detect and control. In addition to consumption of the plant, caterpillars also spoil the plant with the large quantities of frass they leave [...] leave behind. Life cycle of caterpillars Caterpillar control videos Take a look at the video or go to our Youtube channel to see our caterpillar control

• Crop Monitoring and Scouting

  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 [...] 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

• 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 systematic observation of crops throughout their growth cycle. This involves a close inspection of plants for signs of pests and diseases. This practice

• Laeveld_Agrochem_GROEI_20_-_Winter_2022.pdf

  will be utilised by one of the many carbohydrate sinks of a macadamia tree. >> To understand the impact of this, the role of Mg in a macadamia tree must also [...] potassium salt of silicic acid. This is a highly One of the most efficient ways of applying silica to plants is in the form of soluble form of silicon which [...] 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