Air blowers to distribute and apply beneficials

distribution, specific hot spots as well as the release of Nutari, Artefeed and Entofood in vegetable cultivations. The air flow from the fan guarantees the [...] Air blowers to distribute and apply beneficials Blowing systems Koppert's blowing systems are especially developed for effective and efficient distribution [...] This uniform distribution results in effective biological pest control , as the mites are able to reach the pests faster. Save time by using one of our

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Beneficial microorganisms

bacteria and viruses that naturally occur in environments such as soil, water, and air. These microorganisms are harnessed for pest control through ap [...] What are beneficial microorganisms? Beneficial microorganisms, also known as beneficial microbes, are microorganisms that provide positive effects to their [...] causing internal damage. This can lead to the insect's death. Spore production: As the insect succumbs to the fungal infection, the fungus continues to grow

Phytoseiulus persimilis

When moving, the mites stir their first pair of legs up and down in the air as these legs bear sensory organs to register volatiles emitted by damaged [...] should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first pest mites are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically [...] many crops worldwide, mainly in greenhouses, but also in outdoor crops such as strawberries. This predatory mite was the first biological control agent used

Downy mildew of rose

General Peronospora sparsa is a plant pathogen that causes plant diseases, such as downy mildew of rose and diseases on blackberries, raspberries and other Rubus [...] fungi but Oomycetes and related to Pythium and Phytophthora . They survive as oospores. From these oospores or surviving mycelium sporangia are formed, [...] this is where most fluffy symptoms are found. The pathogens are dispersed by air, water and tools. Some species, for example Hyaloperonospora parasitica and

Phytophthora blight

General Late blight (Phytophthora infestans f.sp. infestans) is also known as Phytophthora blight, tomato blight, early / late blight tomato, potato blight [...] s in roots, infected tubers and bulbs or in the soil in different stages: as oospores (sexual overwintering spores), sporangia (special structures which [...] splash promote disease. Ensure fast drying and wound healing, by allowing air circulation Disinfect recirculating nutrient solutions Prevent plant diseases

Damping-off

roots rot and very little of the root system survives. On the border between air and soil or substrate the plant turns brown. A typical symptom of a Pythium [...] separate group of microorganisms and is therefore not a real fungus. It survives as oospores, resting spores which are resistant to unfavourable conditions,

Steinernema carpocapsae

contact your local representative for specific advice Spray the solution as soon as it is prepared and within a short timeframe. Do not store mixed suspensions [...] few days. This species is particularly effective against insect pests such as caterpillars , grubs, beetle larvae , and fly larvae . Steinernema carpocapsae [...] carpocapsae nematodes are often applied to the soil or sprayed onto plant foliage as a biological control method, offering a natural and environmentally friendly

Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

start of February. ‘I have three crops a year,’ he tells us five weeks later. ‘As the old crop is always cleared away, I start from scratch each time and have [...] This is always a critical and tense moment on cucumber farms like mine. And as spider mites can cause real problems in this type of crop, an even better [...] tackling spider mites and hot-spots, the beneficials search more effectively and as they lay their eggs earlier, the population develops more rapidly.’ A sense

Integrated Pest Management

What is IPM? Integrated Pest Management, often referred to as IPM, is a sustainable and environmentally responsible approach to pest management. It employs [...] early issue identification and prompt action. By employing insect traps, such as sticky traps and pheromones, growers can promptly detect the presence of pests [...] soil or substrate that allows gas exchange between the root zone and the air above. Least toxic chemicals When the non-chemical tools are not fully capable