Monitoring

Crop Monitoring and Scouting

Understanding crop monitoring and scouting In the world of agriculture and horticulture, the phrase "knowledge is power" couldn't be truer. Crop monitoring and scouting are crucial practices that can determine the success or [...] tool for effective and efficient pest monitoring. With Natutec Scout you can use your preferred scout method. Record

Biological thrips management starts with monitoring

populations reach damaging levels. One of the most effective tools for monitoring and reducing thrips populations is Horiver Sticky Cards from Koppert. [...] , aphids and fungus gnats, whereas blue cards provide more targeted monitoring of thrips populations. Read the full article on Greenspace Zambia here [...] www.greenspacezambia.com/post/biological-thrips-management-starts-with-monitoring

The benefit of pheromone traps for monitoring in IPM programs

natural chemical signals, allowing growers to use them in traps for pest monitoring. A pheromone lure slowly releases a very small amount of the specific [...] the trap. Once inside, the insect is captured, allowing the grower to monitor pest activity. An important point is that pheromone lures are highly [...] only that pest species, making pheromone trapping a precise and useful monitoring method. Koppert’s Pherodis range, for example, contains species-specific

Apple blossom weevil

overwintering sites later in the season. Management of apple blossom weevil Monitoring apple blossom weevil Regular monitoring before and during flowering is [...] occurs during tight-cluster to pink-bud phenological stages Begin monitoring and scouting 2-3 weeks before expected flowering based on local growing conditions Monitoring adult activity helps determine pest pressure and supports timely management

RedStar places trust in Natutec Scout

consultant. That also saves time.’ The Natutec Scout app can also be used to monitor other pests. Koppert is working on making it possible to scan and recognize

Crop scouting

Benefits of crop scouting One of the key benefits of crop scouting is its ability to enable early detection and targeted intervention. By identifying problems at their initial stages, growers can implement timely and precise solutions, minimizing the risk of yield losses and reducing the need for excessive pesticide or fertilizer use. This not only saves resources but also contributes to environmental conservation by reducing chemical inputs.

Pear brown spot

brown spot requires an integrated approach combining cultural practices, monitoring and biological support. Cultural practices Preventive sanitation is [...] or under-canopy micro-sprinklers for irrigation to keep the canopy dry. Monitoring pear brown spot Regular orchard monitoring is essential to detect [...] of pear brown spot. Combine regular orchard scouting with weather monitoring to identify periods of high infection risk. Monitor periods of rainfall

Apple scab

rapidly throughout the orchard. Preventive disease management, regular monitoring, and integrated management measures are essential to limit disease [...] scabe requires an integrated approach combining cultural practices, monitoring, and biological support. Management should aim to limit primary (ascospore [...] inoculum Promote soil health and avoid unnecessary chemical treatments Monitoring apple scab Regular monitoring helps detect infections early and identify

Pear blossom weevil

weevil requires an integrated approach combining cultural practices, monitoring, and timely interventions during vulnerable autumn adult activity period [...] with capped or dried blossoms in early spring to reduce pest pressure. Monitoring pear blossom weevil Regular monitoring in late summer and autumn is [...] dried flower buds in spring Areas with reduced blossom development Early monitoring in autumn is essential to assess pest pressure before flowering.