Pollination checklist outdoor

work and can therefore be released into the same crops. Position a bumblebee hive at least 100 metres away from a honeybee hive, out of the sight of the [...] results. The recommended number of hives is dependent on the crop and the presence of other pollinating insects. Bumblebees and honeybees are able to complement [...] Use of pesticides Exercise caution when using pesticides before and during flowering. Some pesticides can be harmful for pollinating insects and may also

Spidex Vital

conditions Phytoseiulus persimilis is most effective at temperatures between 13 and 27°C (55 and 81°F) and not effective above 30°C/86°F. Phytoseiulus persimilis [...] urticae ) and other Tetranychus spp., except Tetranychus evansi . Mode of action Predatory mites pierce their prey with their sucking mouthparts and suck out [...] Airbug or Natutec Airobug Dosage The dosage of Spidex Vital depends on climate, crop and spider mite density and should always be adjusted to the particular

Pomegranate bacterial blight

Relative humidity above 50% and temperature between 25 - 30 0 C, over-use of nitrogen fertilizer, micronutrient deficiency and reduced plant health leads [...] defoliation. The pathogen also infects branches and stem as water soaked necrotic spots causing girdling and cracking symptoms. Necrotic water-soaked spots [...] oily appearance. Splitting of fruits under severe infection. Disease cycle Infected cuttings are the main source of inoculum and wind splashed rains plays

Amblyseius swirskii

thrips and whiteflies. Amblyseius swirskii can also survive on pollen and other prey and can establish in the crop before the pest appears. These predatory [...] eggs and larvae. By consuming multiple life stages of these pests, Amblyseius swirskii effectively controls thrips and whitefly. Feeding behaviour of Amblyseius [...] cycle of Amblyseius swirskii consists of egg, larva, protonymph, deutonymph, and adult. Eggs are laid on the underside of leaves, often in the axil of veins

Biological seed treatment

stress, the development of the root system, and the productivity of the crop. An overview of positive attributes of microbials depending on the organism: [...] stress, and improve the uptake of plant nutrients. What is biological seed treatment? Biological seed treatment consists of active ingredients that can include [...] like fungi and bacteria, as well as plant extracts and algae extracts. Biological substances are applied to the seed in a powder form or as a liquid. An

Spical Ulti-Mite

us is most effective at temperatures between 13 and 32°C (55 and 90°F) and is sensitive to relative humidity below 60%. Combined use Can be combined with [...] not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites reproduce within the sachet and gradually disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Using their [...] damaging the predatory mites Dosage The dosage of Spical Ulti-Mite depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular

Crop Protection

wasps , beneficial nematodes and beneficial microorganisms , growers can control pests and diseases, minimize pest resistance, and strengthen plant resilience [...] pollinators, and strengthens crop resilience. Advantages Pest and insect management Biological crop protection provides effective pest and insect management [...] Advantages of biological crop protection Easy to use and integrate Biocontrol agents can be integrated into existing farming practices and complement other

Cottony cushion scale

scale is a particular pest of citrus, Acacia spp ., Casuarina spp . and Pittosporum spp ., but it can damage many types of fruit and forest trees, and ornamental [...] shrubs and trees. Damage is mostly caused by sap depletion; the shoots dry up and die, and defoliation occurs. In addition, the copious quantities of honeydew [...] generally a pest in these situations. Life cycle and appearance of Cottony cushion scale As with all scale insects, the females do not have wings and look similar

Miglyphus

Lyriomyza spp.). Mode of action Adult female parasitic wasps of Diglyphus isaea kill second and third instar leaf miner larvae in the mine and lay their eggs [...] the leaves of the crop in the morning or in the evening Dosage The dosage of Miglyphus depends on climate, crop and leaf miner density and should always [...] conditions Diglyphus isaea is most effective at temperatures between 15°C and 25°C (59 and 77°F). Combined use Can be combined with Minusa. Storage time

Thripor-L

species of thrips . Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Adults and nymphs pierce thrips larvae and adults with their sucking mouthparts and suck out [...] introduction site for a few hours after application Dosage The dosage of Thripor-L depends on climate, crop and thrips density and should always be adjusted [...] contents. Visual effect Orius laevigatus sucks out the body contents of its prey leaving only the empty skin. Pack size 500; 2,000 adults and nymphs. Presentation