Chula Brand is a pioneer in biological pest control in papaya

responsible for losses in its production in a safe and effective way. Chula Brand is a company with more than 20 years of experience in the production and [...] al practices that can be implemented in open field crops. This is confirmed by Chula Brand, a leading company in the production and export of papayas, [...] adaptability of insects in open field and the preventive approach of natural enemy releases was challenging at first, they found an ally in Koppert that not only

Koppert is investing in smarter scouting

Category: News Date published: May 29, 2019 Koppert is investing in smarter scouting

The journey of sustainable citrus farming in agriculture

to know Balbino Garre Martínez, a grower with over 35 years of experience in citrus and livestock farming. Balbino, along with his two brothers, operates

Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

biological control of pests and diseases in crops such as raspberries, led them to make the decision to implement this tool in the production of Hass avocado. The [...] avocados and other farm products. Based in Michoacán, Mexico, this family business started using biological control in its raspberry production when it su [...] has allowed them to go one step further. Pest and disease control in avocado trees In avocado production there are a number of pests such as thrips , brown

Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

increase in effective organic methods." Limitation in usage chemical pesticides The increasing interest, especially from governmental bodies, in organic [...] In Dronten lies Koen's farm, where traditional and organic agriculture come together. In an interview, Koen shares his personal experiences and insights [...] organic farming was miles ahead in terms of sustainability and environmental friendliness, but that gap is getting smaller. In 15 years, I expect there will

Grape downy mildew

overwinters as oospores in fallen, infected leaves. In mild climates, it can also survive as mycelium in grape buds and canes. In spring, oospores germinate [...] Plasmopara viticola is a plant pathogen causing downy mildew in grapes. P. viticola occurs in nearly all grape-growing regions worldwide. Damage symptoms [...] y with weather. Rigorous management is essential in wet climates and during unusually wet seasons in typically dry areas. Most grape cultivars are highly

Beneficial microorganisms

biological systems and organisms. These microorganisms play a crucial role in biological pest control by effectively infecting and controlling harmful pests [...] for pest control include fungi, bacteria and viruses that naturally occur in environments such as soil, water, and air. These microorganisms are harnessed [...] released into the environment to infect other pests. Advantages of microorganisms in agriculture No harmful residue Unlike chemical pesticides, beneficial mic

Aphid Control with Green Lacewing (Chrysopa carnea) in Iceberg Lettuce

Phytoseiulus persimilis

mite (Tetranychus urticae) and has been used in many crops worldwide, mainly in greenhouses, but also in outdoor crops such as strawberries. This predatory [...] disappears rapidly in the absence of suitable prey. When prey is in short supply, mainly adult females will leave the prey patch in search of other spider [...] Phytoseiulus persimilis in sachets The predatory mite Phytoseiulus persimilis is also available in breeding sachets ( Spidex Vital Plus). In this case the predatory

Neoseiulus californicus

californicus in sachets The predatory mite Neoseiulus californicus is also available in breeding sachets ( Spical-Plus , Spical Ulti-Mite ). In this case [...] predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Hang sachets in sheltered locations in the crop, avoid hanging [...] can also survive longer than Phytoseiulus persimilis in the complete absence of food, remaining in the crop to await the arrival of new prey. Life cycle